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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs OnePlus Buds / Nord Buds 4 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • OnePlus Buds / Nord Buds 4 Pro
HearWiki score
84
80
Sound
7.4
7.3
Noise cancelling
7.8
7.4
Battery
9.0
8.7
Calls
7.8
7.5
Value
9.8
9.1
Price (USD)
$22
$37

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Both shipped in 2026. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

  • CMF Buds Neo2026
  • Buds / Nord Buds 4 Pro2026

Level on: ANC type, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoBuds / Nord Buds 4 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$37
HearWiki score
84
80
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
28 Ω
Sensitivity
-
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
6.0
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Battery life
11 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
54 h
Full charge time
10 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.4 g
Case weight
-
34.2 g
Water resistance
-
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
6
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

Nothing CMF Buds Neo

The CMF Buds Neo deliver impressive value for around $22, combining a punchy, bass-forward sound with surprisingly effective adaptive ANC and marathon battery life of up to 52 hours with the case. They offer a comfortable, lightweight fit, app support with a custom EQ, and quick charging, though some premium conveniences like wear detection are absent. Overall, they stand out as a top budget TWS option for listeners who prioritize bass, battery, and noise cancellation over extra features.

  • Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound with good volume
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 52h with case)
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Finicky touch controls at times
  • Con:No physical pairing button on the buds

OnePlus Buds / Nord Buds 4 Pro

The OnePlus Buds / Nord Buds 4 Pro are versatile wireless earbuds that aim to cover all bases without excelling in any single area. They offer adaptive noise cancelling, a comfortable fit, clear calls, and decent sound that can be improved with EQ adjustments. While they pack many features for the price, nothing stands out as exceptional in the current budget market.

  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode included
  • Pro:Clear call quality with six microphones
  • Con:Sound quality requires EQ tweaking to shine
  • Con:ANC performance is usable but not outstanding
  • Con:No wireless charging support

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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