Sony WF-1000XM4 vs Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
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| Feature |  Sony WF-1000XM4 |  Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 29,500.00 | KSh 28,000.00 |
| Drivers | 6 mm dynamic driver | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0 |
| Battery Life | Music: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off; calls: up to 5.5 hours with ANC on or 6 hours with ANC off | Up to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 30 hours with case (ANC on) |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 earbuds | IP54 earbuds; IPX4 case |
| Weight | Approximately 7.3 g per earbud | 4.7g per earbud; 65g case with earbuds |
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General
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | |
| Model | WF-1000XM4 | Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
| Announced | 2021 | 2024 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Silver | Porcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, Peony, Moonstone |
Design
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 7.3 g per earbud | 4.7g per earbud; 65g case with earbuds |
| Dimensions | — | Earbud 22.74 x 23.08 x 17.03mm; case 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Music: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off; calls: up to 5.5 hours with ANC on or 6 hours with ANC off | Up to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 30 hours with case (ANC on) |
| Charging Time | Approximately 1.5 hours for earbuds | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes provides up to 60 minutes playback | 5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours (ANC off) |
| Charging Port | USB-C (charging case) | USB-C (case) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes (Qi case) |
Connectivity
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Range | Approximately 10 m / 32.8 ft | — |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes (firmware-supported) | Yes |
| Connector | N/A - wireless audio connection | — |
| Cable Length | N/A - no audio cable | — |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect | Google Pixel Buds app on Android |
Features
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa support | Gemini and Google Assistant |
| Sensors | Wearing detection and touch sensors | Capacitive touch, IR proximity, accelerometer, gyroscope and Hall sensors |
| Special Features | Speak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control; 360 Reality Audio | Google Tensor A1; Conversation Detection; Find My Device network |
Audio
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 6 mm dynamic driver | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz–20,000 Hz (AAC); 20 Hz–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz/990 kbps) | — |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0 |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound Mode and Quick Attention | Yes |
| Spatial Audio | 360 Reality Audio compatible | Spatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devices |
| Microphones | Built-in beamforming microphones | Three microphones per earbud |
| Audio Features | DSEE Extreme; Speak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control | Google Tensor A1 audio processing; multi-path signal processing; hearing wellness features |
Charging Case
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 24 hours total with ANC on or 36 hours total with ANC off | Included in total battery figures above |
| Case Charging | USB-C or Qi wireless charging | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Case Features | Status LED; Qi wireless charging | Protective charging case |
| Case Dimensions | — | 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm |
| Case Weight | — | 65g with earbuds |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls; Quick Attention | Capacitive touch and swipe controls |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 earbuds | IP54 earbuds; IPX4 case |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | WF-1000XM4 earbuds | Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB-C charging cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - true wireless design | N/A - true wireless design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
| Documentation | Reference Guide and warranty documentation | Quick start guide and safety documentation |