# Pixel Buds Pro 2

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-10-07.

> Pixel Buds Pro 2 run the Tensor A1 chip for stronger noise cancellation and hands-free Gemini, on iPhone and Android alike.

- Status: On sale
- List price: $229 (The maker's own starting price.)
- Released Sep 26, 2024 (source: [The Keyword (Google)](https://blog.google/products/pixel/google-pixel-buds-pro-2/))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2
- Last updated: 2026-10-07

## Can it do this?

- **How long does the battery last?** It runs 12 hours on a charge with noise cancelling off and 8 hours with it on. The case takes that to 48 hours, or 30 hours with noise cancelling running, which is the longest stretch of any earbuds on this list. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-how-long-does-the-battery-last))
- **What does it cost?** It costs $229 at list, and it has sold nearer $170 discounted for much of its life. The Pixel Buds 2a sits at $129 with the same Tensor A1 chip and lighter noise cancelling. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-what-does-it-cost))
- **Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, no for the shower or the pool. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 is rated IP54, which covers splashes rather than immersion. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-can-it-get-wet-shower-pool-swimming))
- **Does it work with my phone?** Yes, with an iPhone or an Android phone. The settings and the Gemini features live on the Android side, so on an iPhone you get music and calls rather than the whole product. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-does-it-work-with-my-phone))
- **How heavy is it?** Each earbud weighs 4.7g, within half a gram of AirPods 4 and the Galaxy Buds 4. That is light enough to leave in for a long flight. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-how-heavy-is-it))
- **Does it have noise cancelling?** Yes. Google rates Silent Seal on the Pixel Buds Pro 2 at twice the cancellation of the original Pixel Buds Pro, and the Tensor A1 chip is what runs it. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-does-it-have-noise-cancelling))
- **How good is the camera?** No camera is built into Pixel Buds Pro 2, so they cannot take photos or video. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-how-good-is-the-camera))
- **How does it connect?** It connects over Bluetooth 5.4, a step ahead of the Bluetooth 5.3 in Apple's current AirPods. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-how-does-it-connect))
- **What chip is inside?** It runs Google's Tensor A1, which does the noise cancelling and the audio processing on the earbud itself. The cheaper Pixel Buds 2a runs the same chip. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-what-chip-is-inside))
- **Can people tell when it is recording?** No. Nothing on the outside shows when the microphones are live, and that is true of every pair of earbuds on this list. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-can-people-tell-when-it-is-recording))
- **Does it do spatial audio?** Yes, with head tracking, so the sound stays put when you turn your head. The cheaper Pixel Buds 2a does spatial audio without the head tracking. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-does-it-do-spatial-audio))
- **Can I control it with gestures?** Yes. Touch controls on the surface of each earbud handle playback, volume and the noise modes, with no button to press. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-can-i-control-it-with-gestures))
- **Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?** No. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 has no camera. Gemini answers what you say to it, not what is in front of you. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#can-can-it-see-and-answer-questions-about-what-i-am-looking-at))

## Works with

Best with a Pixel phone. They also work with Android phones and iPhone, but some features need a Pixel or Android.

- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with iPhone?** With a limit. Pairs for audio and calls, but full features need Android. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-iphone))
- **Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a PC?** With a limit. Audio works over Bluetooth, with web settings on Windows 11 or later. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-windows-pc))
- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Android?** With a limit. Works with Android 6.0 or later and the Pixel Buds app. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-android))
- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Samsung phones?** With a limit. Works with Android 6.0 or later and the Pixel Buds app. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12921041?hl=en). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-samsung-galaxy-phones))
- **Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a Mac?** With a limit. Audio works over Bluetooth, with web settings on macOS 14 or later. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642078?hl=en). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-mac))
- **Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a Nintendo Switch?** With a limit. Game audio works, but the earbud mic does not. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-nintendo-switch))
- **Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a PS5?** Doesn't work. They cannot connect directly to a PS5 for Bluetooth audio. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-playstation-5))
- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Xbox?** Doesn't work. Xbox consoles do not support Bluetooth audio. Source: [Microsoft](https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/accessories/connect-compatible-headset). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-xbox))
- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with a TV?** With a limit. Works with TVs and streamers that support Bluetooth headphones. Source: [Apple](https://support.apple.com/guide/tv/connect-bluetooth-devices-atvbbf148994/tvos). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-tv))
- **Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Google Pixel phones?** Works. Gets the full feature set on compatible Pixel phones. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#q-google-pixel))

## Questions

### Do the Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with a charger?

They charge in a wireless charging case with USB-C charging port, which is in the box. Google's in-the-box list does not include a cable or a power adapter. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332?hl=en). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2#faq-do-the-pixel-buds-pro-2-come-with-a-charger))

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Source: iDevice (https://idevice.com). Every spec, rumor and grade above links to where it came from. Full Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap/buds-pro-2. This file: https://idevice.com/guide-text/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-curr.md.

## Questions and answers

### Using it

**New color?** Order Pixel Buds Pro 2 in Olive starting August 12, and software updates start rolling out in September. Source: [Google](https://blog.google/intl/en-in/products/hardware/heres-whats-new-with-pixel-buds-pro-2-and-pixel-buds-2a/)

**Does it have noise cancelling?** Yes, it cancels noise. Source: Pixel

**What does it cost?** It costs $229. That is the list price. Source: Pixel

**Does it work with my phone?** Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone. Source: Pixel

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 4.7g. Source: Pixel

**How good is the camera?** It has no camera. Source: Pixel

**How does it connect?** It connects over Bluetooth 5.4. Source: Pixel

**What chip is inside?** It runs on Google Tensor A1. Source: Pixel

**Can people tell when it is recording?** No, there is no recording light. Nothing outward-facing shows when it is capturing. Source: Pixel

**Does it do spatial audio?** Yes, it does spatial audio. It tracks your head, so the sound stays put when you turn. Source: Pixel

**Can I control it with gestures?** Yes, you can control it with gestures. Source: Pixel

**Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?** No, it cannot see what you are looking at. Source: Pixel

### Sizing and fit

**How do I pick the right size?** Your Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with: Earbuds Wireless charging case Eartips with 4 size options: extra small, small, medium (attached to earbuds), large Quick Start Guide Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_pro_2?hl=en-US)

### Battery and charging

**How do I set it up?** Ensure that the earbuds and charging case are charged. Open the Google Pixel Buds charging case and keep it next to your device. Press and hold the pairing button on the back of the case until the status light starts pulsing white. Pair Pixel Buds with your device. Other devices: Select Google Pixel Buds from the list of new available Bluetooth devices. Make sure that your device is unlocked and both Bluetooth® and Location are on. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7558528?hl=en)

**How do I clean it?** Do not use chemical detergents, powders, or other chemical agents, such as alcohol or benzene, to clean the earbuds or the charging case. Do not clean the earbuds or the charging case while they're charging. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to gently clean the earbuds, including the charging contacts. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9112670?hl=en)

**How do I reset it?** Go to your device’s Bluetooth settings and forget Google Pixel Buds. On the back of the case, press and hold the pairing button for 30 seconds. Leave the charging case open the entire time. After the reset process: The status light will bounce white again. This means your Pixel Buds have been reset and are ready for pairing with your devices. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642886?hl=en)

**How do I charge it?** To charge your earbuds: Insert them into the correct slots until the indicator light turns on and the lid closes. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/15436760?hl=en)

**Is it water resistant?** Both Pixel Buds 2a and Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds have a minimum water protection rating of IP54. Their charging cases also have the same minimum water protection rating of IPX4. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9112670?hl=en)

**Battery life?** Up to 30 hours of listening time (with charging case). Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_pro_2?hl=en-US)

**How long does the battery last?** It runs 2 days with the case and noise cancelling off. That is 12 hours of listening with noise cancelling off, and 8 hours of listening with noise cancelling on. Source: Pixel

### Water

**Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP54. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. Source: Pixel

### Price and models

**When did the Pixel Buds Pro 2 come out?** It went on sale September 26, 2024. Announced August 13, 2024. Source: iDevice

**Is there a newer one?** No. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the current model. Source: iDevice

**How much does the Pixel Buds Pro 2 cost?** List price: $229 (~$170 discounted). Current price we last read at Best Buy: $179, October 7, 2026. Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)

### Returns and warranty

**How long do I have to return it?** 15-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/13806656?hl=en&co=GENIE.CountryCode%3DUS)

**Is there a restocking fee?** Restocking fee: not stated by Google Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/13806656?hl=en&co=GENIE.CountryCode%3DUS)

**Who pays return shipping?** Who pays return shipping: not stated by Google After you start a return you have 14 days to send it. Google gives either a return code for a FedEx drop-off, where the clerk prints the label, or an emailed label for the carrier it names. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/2411741?hl=en&co=GENIE.CountryCode%3DUS)

**Can I return it if I opened or wore it?** Send it back like new Send it back in its box with all accessories and paperwork, after backing up and factory resetting it. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/2411741?hl=en&co=GENIE.CountryCode%3DUS)

**How do I get my money back?** How you get your money back To your original payment method, minus any delivery costs, within 14 days of Google receiving it (the how-to page says about 1 to 14 business days after inspection). Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/13806656?hl=en&co=GENIE.CountryCode%3DUS)

**How long is the warranty?** 1-year warranty Starts the day you buy it. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/product-documentation/answer/12461608?hl=en)

**Is there a paid protection plan?** Paid plan available Pixel Buds are not among the devices listed for Pixel Care+ (phones, watches, tablets, Fitbit). Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/16496166?hl=en)

**Is water damage covered?** Water damage not covered Liquid damage voids the warranty. If a Google product has liquid damage, the warranty no longer applies and Google will not repair it; Google offers a paid replacement or returns the product. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/product-documentation/answer/12461608?hl=en)

**Is the battery covered?** Battery covered only for defects The standard warranty covers a battery only if it fails from a defect. Pixel Care+ adds $0 battery replacement when the battery keeps less than 80% of its original charge capacity (phones; see plan). Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/store/answer/16496166?hl=en)

### In the box

**What's in the box?** Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds, Wireless charging case with USB-C charging port, Ear tips in XS, S, M and L; M attached, Quick Start Guide. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332?hl=en)

### Works with

**Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a Nintendo Switch?** Game audio works, but the earbud mic does not. With a limit Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)

**Can you connect Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a PS5?** They cannot connect directly to a PS5 for Bluetooth audio. Doesn't work Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Xbox?** Xbox consoles do not support Bluetooth audio. Doesn't work Source: [Microsoft](https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/accessories/connect-compatible-headset)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with a TV?** Works with TVs and streamers that support Bluetooth headphones. With a limit Source: [Apple](https://support.apple.com/guide/tv/connect-bluetooth-devices-atvbbf148994/tvos)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 work with Google Pixel phones?** Gets the full feature set on compatible Pixel phones. Works Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support a companion app for settings?** Android gets the app, while supported computers use the web companion. With a limit Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support connecting to two devices at once?** They can stay connected to two devices at the same time. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7685360?hl=en-CA)

**How does it get firmware updates?** Updates install through Android or the web companion on a supported computer. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642078?hl=en)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support Spatial Audio and head tracking?** Spatial Audio works, but head tracking needs a Pixel 6 or newer. With a limit Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7685360?hl=en)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support Gemini?** Gemini works on Android 10 or later with the latest Gemini app. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332?hl=en)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support live translation?** Live translation works with a Pixel or compatible Android phone. With a limit Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7573100)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support finding lost earbuds and the charging case?** Find Hub can locate and ring each earbud and the charging case. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642885?hl=en)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support low-latency gaming mode?** Only a Pixel 8 or newer with Android 14 or later gets it. With a limit Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435?hl=en)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support Hearing Wellness?** Hearing Wellness is supported. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/14005705?hl=en)

**Does it support replacement earbuds, cases and ear tips?** Google sells replacement earbuds, charging cases and ear tips. Works Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/11997887?hl=en-CA)

**Do Pixel Buds Pro 2 support the same features on every phone and in every region?** Features depend on your Android version, Pixel model and region. With a limit Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro_2_specs?hl=en-US)