Fit
- Pixel Buds 2a
- Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
- Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Four ear-tip sizes
Earbud comparison
Pixel Buds 2a vs Beats Powerbeats Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Pixel Buds 2a
KSh 21,500In Stock | 02  Beats Powerbeats Pro
KSh 22,300In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Pixel Buds 2a is the better buy: it has active noise cancellation.
Controls
- Pixel Buds 2a
- Capacitive touch controls
- Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Volume rocker and multifunction Beats button on each earbud
Connections
- Pixel Buds 2a
- Bluetooth 5.4
- Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Bluetooth wireless
Charging
- Pixel Buds 2a
- 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour
- Beats Powerbeats Pro
- 5 minutes for up to 1.5 hours
Sensors
- Pixel Buds 2a
- Capacitive touch, IR proximity and Hall sensors
- Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Optical wear detection, speech and motion accelerometers
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Pixel Buds 2a
- Active noise cancellation.
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2019).
- Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Lower price: KSh 21,500 (vs KSh 22,300).
Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Up to 9 hours per charge.
- 5 minutes for up to 1.5 hours.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Pixel Buds 2a | Beats Powerbeats Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L | Four ear-tip sizes |
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours / 27 hours with case (ANC off) | Up to 9 hours per charge; listed playback: 24 hours with the case |
| Controls | Capacitive touch controls | Volume rocker and multifunction Beats button on each earbud |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth wireless |
| Charging | 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour with ANC | 5 minutes for up to 1.5 hours |
| Sensors | Capacitive touch, IR proximity and Hall sensors | Optical wear detection, speech and motion accelerometers |
| Microphones | Two microphones per earbud | Dual beamforming microphones with speech-detecting accelerometers |
| Voice assistant | Gemini and Google Assistant | Hands-free Hey Siri with compatible Apple devices |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same case type: charging case.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
The Pixel Buds 2a is the better buy for almost everyone, with active noise cancellation.
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