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Nothing Ear (a) — LDAC · Transparent design · $99
Nothing

Nothing Ear (a)

LDAC · Transparent design · $99

85
/ 100
From $99
VS
Google Pixel Buds Pro — True-wireless · 2022
Google

Google Pixel Buds Pro

True-wireless · 2022

85
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nothing Ear (a) lands at 85 and Google Pixel Buds Pro at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Nothing Ear (a) if…

  • ✓Amazing value at $99
  • ✓LDAC support
  • ✓Great sound for price

Pick Google Pixel Buds Pro if…

  • ✓Compact carry
  • ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
  • ✓Quick pair
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound

Nothing Ear (a)

Compared on the sound sub-score

Nothing Ear (a) leads on sound (88 vs 84).

Comfort

Nothing Ear (a)

Compared on the comfort sub-score

Nothing Ear (a) leads on comfort (86 vs 83).

Features

Nothing Ear (a)

Compared on the features sub-score

Nothing Ear (a) leads on features (88 vs 81).

Value for money

Nothing Ear (a)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Nothing Ear (a) more score per dollar ($99 vs $199).

Nothing Ear (a) 85
vs
85 Google Pixel Buds Pro

Score breakdown

Nothing Ear (a)
85
anc 82
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 82
features 88
Google Pixel Buds Pro
85
anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 78
features 81

Specs side-by-side

Nothing Ear (a) versus Google Pixel Buds Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Nothing Ear (a) Google Pixel Buds Pro
Drivers
11 mm dynamic
—
Codecs
LDAC, AAC, SBC
—
Battery
5.5 h (ANC) / 24.5 h case
—
Water rating
IP54
—
Type
—
True-wireless
Release year
—
2022

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

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

FAQ: Nothing Ear (a) vs Google Pixel Buds Pro

Which is better, Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro? +

Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nothing Ear (a) worth the price? +

At $99, Nothing Ear (a) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.

Is Google Pixel Buds Pro worth the price? +

At $199, Google Pixel Buds Pro delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.

Does Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 sound, Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro? +

Nothing Ear (a) — leads on sound (88 vs 84). Compared on the sound sub-score.

Which is better for comfort, Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro? +

Nothing Ear (a) — leads on comfort (86 vs 83). Compared on the comfort sub-score.