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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize comfort and call quality for daily use, the Google Pixel Buds A Series might be the better option as they are rated higher for comfort and calls. However, if active noise canceling, dustproof, sweatproof, and wireless charging features are important, especially for exercise or travel, then the Jaybird Vista 2 would be a more suitable choice. The Vista 2 is also rated higher in overall sound quality and comes with an app that offers an equalizer and audio control customization, which can enhance your listening experience depending on your preferences. Keep in mind that the Jaybird Vista 2 has a longer charging time compared to the Pixel Buds A Series. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel Buds A Series
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Best in class for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
5.2
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for gaming, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.5
8.0
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Jaybird Vista 2 are both very good for phone calls, though the Google Pixel Buds A Series is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
9.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is good for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
7.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is poor.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Google Pixel Buds A Series has 5 hours of battery life. The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$58
$118
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Google Pixel Buds A Series has a price of $58 and the Jaybird Vista 2 costs $118.
Build Quality
7.4
9.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.4
6.3
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Jaybird Vista 2 are both only fair for music.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Google Pixel Buds A Series | Jaybird Vista 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$58 | $118 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.4/10 | 10/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 7.4/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.1 Grams | 6.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Google Pixel Buds A Series
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Jasper Lastoria | October 2022
"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."
Jaybird Vista 2
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Chase Bernath | September 2022
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
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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.
About Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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