Google Pixel Buds 2a VS Sennheiser Accentum Open

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open both feature wireless, sweat-resistant designs, but their overall build and fit vary. The Pixel Buds 2a have an in-ear fit with included wingtips, while the Sennheiser Accentum Open has an earbud fit with no wingtips.

In terms of water resistance, both products are sweat resistant, but the Pixel Buds 2a have a slightly higher IP rating of IP54 compared to the IPX4 rating of the Accentum Open. The weight of the Pixel Buds 2a is 9.4 g, slightly heavier than the 8.7 g of the Accentum Open.

Neither product features RGB lighting, UV light, or a display. Both also lack neckbands, as they are true wireless earbuds. The Pixel Buds 2a do have stereo speakers, and the Accentum Open also includes stereo speakers, so there is no difference in that regard.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open differ in several key aspects related to sound quality. The Pixel Buds 2a include active noise cancellation (ANC) and passive noise reduction, while the Accentum Open lacks both features, offering no active or passive noise isolation.

Both products have the same driver unit size of 11 mm, but the Pixel Buds 2a have a wider frequency range, supporting frequencies from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. In comparison, the Accentum Open supports a lower frequency range, from 25 Hz to 15,000 Hz, which results in less low-end depth.

Neither product supports spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, Dirac Virtuo, or includes a neodymium magnet, so there is no difference in those areas. The Pixel Buds 2a offer more advanced noise management with ANC, while the Accentum Open has a more basic sound setup.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open both offer rechargeable batteries, but their battery life and case capacities differ. The Pixel Buds 2a provide 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, with a total of 27 hours available when including the charging case. In contrast, the Accentum Open offers a shorter 6 hours of battery life, with 18 hours available from the case.

Neither product supports wireless charging or features a solar power battery. Both products do have a battery level indicator and use rechargeable batteries, which ensures ongoing usability without the need for disposable batteries.

Overall, the Pixel Buds 2a offer a longer battery life and case capacity compared to the Accentum Open, making them a better option for extended use without needing to recharge.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open offer similar connectivity features, with some key differences. Both earbuds have USB Type-C ports for charging, but the Pixel Buds 2a support Bluetooth version 5.4, while the Accentum Open uses Bluetooth 5.3. The Pixel Buds 2a also include fast pairing, which the Accentum Open lacks.

Both products have a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters, and neither supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC. Neither product includes support for LDAC, LDHC, Bluetooth LE Audio, aptX Adaptive, aptX Low Latency, aptX HD, aptX, aptX Lossless, aptX Voice, or Auracast.

The Accentum Open does support AAC, while the Pixel Buds 2a do not, which could affect the audio quality on certain devices that use AAC for better sound transmission.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open share several common features, with a few notable differences. Both products support fast charging, have a mute function, can be used as a headset, include a control panel on the device, and feature voice prompts. They also come with a travel bag and do not have a temperature sensor or built-in camera remote control function.

However, the Pixel Buds 2a offer a few additional features, including ambient sound mode and a find device feature, which are not available on the Accentum Open. Both products cannot read notifications, so there is no difference in that regard.

Overall, while both products offer similar core features, the Pixel Buds 2a include a couple of extra functionalities related to sound and device tracking.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a and Sennheiser Accentum Open both come with 4 microphones and feature noise-canceling microphones. This means that, in terms of microphone setup, both products are identical, offering similar capabilities for clear audio capture and noise reduction during calls or voice commands.

There are no differences between the two products in this category, as both provide the same number of microphones and noise-canceling technology.

Thus, both the Pixel Buds 2a and Accentum Open are equally equipped when it comes to microphone performance.