Verdict: The best earbuds for Pixel owners: small, comfortable and tightly integrated with Android and Gemini. iPhone users lose most of the extras and should look at AirPods Pro 3.
Good for
- Pixel and Android owners who want Gemini hands-free and deep phone integration
- Commuting: Google rates the ANC at twice the original Pixel Buds Pro
- Workouts: a twist-to-adjust stabilizer and IP54 earbuds
- Convenience: wireless (Qi) charging case
Skip it if
- You use an iPhone
- You want hi-res codecs like LDAC; the EarFun Air Pro 4 offers them for much less
Key specs
| Chip | Google Tensor A1 |
|---|---|
| Battery (ANC on) | Up to 8 hours per charge |
| Noise cancelling | Silent Seal 2.0 active noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio |
| Drivers | 11 mm |
| Durability | IP54 earbuds, IPX4 case |
| Charging | USB-C and Qi wireless |
| Released | 2024 |
How it compares
- Apple AirPods Pro 3: the equivalent pick for iPhone owners
- EarFun Air Pro 4: far cheaper, with LDAC and aptX Lossless for Android
Featured in: Best wireless earbuds for Google Pixel 11 & 11 Pro
Specs come from the manufacturer’s published specifications (Google Store tech specs); iTech Level has not tested this product hands-on. How we choose products.
