Google
Google Pixel Buds Pro
True-wireless · 2022
85
/ 100
From $199
VS
Nothing
Nothing Ear (a)
LDAC · Transparent design · $99
85
/ 100
From $99
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Google Pixel Buds Pro lands at 85 and Nothing Ear (a) at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Google Pixel Buds Pro if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick Nothing Ear (a) if…
- ✓Amazing value at $99
- ✓LDAC support
- ✓Great sound for price
Google Pixel Buds Pro 85
vs 85 Nothing Ear (a)
Score breakdown
Google Pixel Buds Pro
85 anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 78
features 81
Nothing Ear (a)
85 anc 82
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 82
features 88
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Google Pixel Buds Pro | Nothing Ear (a) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Drivers | — | 11 mm dynamic |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Battery | — | 5.5 h (ANC) / 24.5 h case |
| Water rating | — | IP54 |
Google Pixel Buds Pro
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
Nothing Ear (a)
Pros
- +Amazing value at $99
- +LDAC support
- +Great sound for price
Cons
- −ANC trails flagships
- −App required for full customization
- −Build is plasticky
FAQ: Google Pixel Buds Pro vs Nothing Ear (a)
Which is better, Google Pixel Buds Pro or Nothing Ear (a)? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 Nothing Ear (a) worth the price? +
At $99, Nothing Ear (a) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.
Does Google Pixel Buds Pro or Nothing Ear (a) 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.