Nothing
Nothing Ear (a)
LDAC · Transparent design · $99
85
/ 100
From $99
VS
Google
Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White
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 · Arctic White 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 · Arctic White if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Nothing Ear (a) 85
vs 85 Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White
Score breakdown
Nothing Ear (a)
85 anc 82
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 82
features 88
Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White
85 anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 78
features 81
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nothing Ear (a) | Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White |
|---|---|---|
| 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 · Arctic White
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 · Arctic White
Which is better, Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White? +
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 · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $199, Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.
Does Nothing Ear (a) or Google Pixel Buds Pro · Arctic White 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.