Nothing
Nothing Ear (a)
LDAC · Transparent design · $99
85
/ 100
From $99
VS
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
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
| 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.