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Updated January 10, 2024·
If price is a concern and you're seeking good value, the Google Pixel Buds A Series are less expensive while still offering a solid overall sound quality, comfortable fit with included silicone fins, and a notable feature like low-latency mode suitable for gaming. Consider your priorities, whether it's budget-friendliness, sound immersion, or advanced features, to guide your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel Buds A Series
- Very good for phone calls
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.4
8.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.5
7.0
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for phone calls, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
4.6
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is poor.
Cost
$58
$188
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The Google Pixel Buds A Series has a price of $58 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
7.4
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.3
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for gaming.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
8.4
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.8
7.7
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both good for TV and video.
Battery
5.0 Hours
4.8 Hours
The Google Pixel Buds A Series has 5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
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How the Google Pixel Buds A Series and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Google Pixel Buds A Series | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$58 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 7.4/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.1 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Google Pixel Buds A Series
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Sound Guys
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."
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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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 Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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