Google Pixel Buds 2a Wireless
Powered by the Google Tensor A1 chip, these earbuds deliver effective Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 1.5 and crisp audio from an 11 mm dynamic driver. The twist-to-adjust stabilizer provides a secure yet lightweight fit, while IP54 water resistance and 20-hour total battery life add practical durability for the price. They are best for budget-conscious commuters who want solid ANC and direct Gemini AI access without paying a premium.
About This Earbuds
Powered by the Google Tensor A1 chip, these earbuds deliver effective Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 1.5 and crisp audio from an 11 mm dynamic driver. The twist-to-adjust stabilizer provides a secure yet lightweight fit, while IP54 water resistance and 20-hour total battery life add practical durability for the price. They are best for budget-conscious commuters who want solid ANC and direct Gemini AI access without paying a premium.
- Form factor In-Ear
- Wireless
- Active noise cancellation
- Water resistance Water-Resistant
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong build (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong social proof (69th percentile) 69th
Cons
- Below average battery (3th percentile) 3th
- Below average mic (10th percentile) 10th
- Below average sound (28th percentile) 28th
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile) 34th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Impedance | 24 |
| Codecs | Google Pixel Buds 2a - Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode - Lightweight, Comfortable Fit - 20-Hour Battery - Water Resistant - Built for Gemini - Hazel |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
Features
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant |
vs Competition
| Spec | Google Pixel Buds 2a Wireless | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro SM-R630NZWAXAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 8 | 6 | 30 | 6 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 28 | 24 | 18 | 30 | 26 |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP54 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Pixel Buds 2a Wireless | 83.8 | 9.6 | 69.9 | 27.9 | 3.2 | 70.9 | 63.1 | 34.2 | 69.3 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 79 | 99.1 | 79.1 | 93.4 | 91.8 | 99 | 89.3 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.6 | 99.7 | 79 | 96.3 | 75.6 | 70.9 | 79.1 | 99 | 94.4 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 96.6 | 80.5 | 79 | 96.4 | 47 | 93.4 | 79.1 | 97.8 | 94.4 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 Compare | 96.6 | 99.7 | 33.4 | 91.9 | 97.5 | 93.4 | 91.8 | 90 | 89.3 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro SM-R630NZWAXAR Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 98.8 | 91.9 | 72.6 | 93.4 | 0 | 99.6 | 89.3 |
Usage Scores
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