Google Pixel Buds Pro
True-wireless · 2022
AirPods Pro 4
H3 · Adaptive ANC · Real-time translation
AirPods Pro 4 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Google Pixel Buds Pro lands at 85 and AirPods Pro 4 at 94. That puts AirPods Pro 4 ahead by 9 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Google Pixel Buds Pro if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick AirPods Pro 4 if…
- ✓H3 chip doubles ANC performance
- ✓Real-time Live Translate
- ✓Improved fit/heart-rate sensor
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testFeatures
AirPods Pro 4Compared on the features sub-score
AirPods Pro 4 leads on features (98 vs 81).
Noise cancelling
AirPods Pro 4Compared on the noise cancelling sub-score
AirPods Pro 4 leads on anc (96 vs 82).
Comfort
AirPods Pro 4Compared on the comfort sub-score
AirPods Pro 4 leads on comfort (94 vs 83).
Value for money
Google Pixel Buds ProSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Google Pixel Buds Pro more score per dollar ($199 vs $279).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Google Pixel Buds Pro | AirPods Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | — |
| Release year | 2022 | 2025 |
| Chip | — | H3 |
| Battery | — | 6 h (ANC) / 35 h case |
| Connectivity | — | BT 5.4 |
| Water rating | — | IP57 |
Google Pixel Buds Pro
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
AirPods Pro 4
- +H3 chip doubles ANC performance
- +Real-time Live Translate
- +Improved fit/heart-rate sensor
- −Pricier than AirPods Pro 3
- −Android compatibility limited
- −Battery ~6h still
FAQ: Google Pixel Buds Pro vs AirPods Pro 4
Which is better, Google Pixel Buds Pro or AirPods Pro 4? +
AirPods Pro 4 scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Google Pixel Buds Pro worth the price? +
At $199, Google Pixel Buds Pro delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.
Is AirPods Pro 4 worth the price? +
At $279, AirPods Pro 4 delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in features.
Does Google Pixel Buds Pro or AirPods Pro 4 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for features, Google Pixel Buds Pro or AirPods Pro 4? +
AirPods Pro 4 — leads on features (98 vs 81). Compared on the features sub-score.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Google Pixel Buds Pro or AirPods Pro 4? +
AirPods Pro 4 — leads on anc (96 vs 82). Compared on the noise cancelling sub-score.