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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds offer a high-quality listening experience with their planar magnetic drivers and are suitable for audiophiles looking for superior sound reproduction, though they lack features such as low latency mode and Bluetooth integration which can be important for gamers or frequent users of wireless devices. Conversely, the Google Pixel Buds A Series come at a lower cost and offer a more user-friendly experience with features like Adaptive Audio and integrated Bluetooth, making them convenient for everyday use, especially in noisy environments or for those who value seamless connectivity and interactive features over the absolute highest sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
Very good for music
Advantages of the Google Pixel Buds A Series
Very good for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Good for exercise
Good for air travel
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6/10
6.4/10
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is only fair.
Gaming
6.6/10
8.6/10
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3/10
8.5/10
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8/10
8.4/10
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
4.6/10
The 7hz Timeless and Google Pixel Buds A Series are both poor for noise reduction, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The Google Pixel Buds A Series has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$190
$94
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$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $190 and the Google Pixel Buds A Series costs $94.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The 7hz Timeless has very good build quality, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series has good build quality.
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
"For the person who doesn’t want to think about their earphones while using them, Google has created the Pixel Buds A-Series. For a reasonable price, Google packs in a bevy of features like touch controls and a good fit into this Android-friendly set of earbuds to make productivity and life easier."
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About Google
Mainly known as the most popular search engine on the planet, Google is a multinational technology company that also offers a variety of audio-oriented products. Beside their smart speakers under the Nest product line, Google offers several models of true wireless earbuds under the Pixel line, some of which happen to be an affordable but very powerful option for those already in the Android ecosystem.
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