True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataOnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the OnePlus Buds Pro 4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: OnePlus Buds Pro 4 - Great overall at around $130.
True Wireless
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro
72Good
$80
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery6.5
Calls5.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 | OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $80 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 47 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7 h | 5.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h | 44 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | 80 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 11 hours playback | 10 min = 11 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | Google Assistant / voice assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.73 g | 4.4 g |
| Case weight | 50.62 g | 38.2 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | OnePlus Buds 4 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI call noise cancellation |
What reviewers said
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
The OnePlus Buds Pro 4 are a well-rounded pair of true wireless earbuds that deliver impressive audio, adaptive noise cancellation, and strong battery life for their price. They're particularly suited for active lifestyles thanks to their IP55 rating and secure fit, with a feature set that includes multipoint, wireless charging, and customizable EQ. Overall, they offer excellent value and perform above their price point across most key areas.
- Pro:Rich dual-driver sound with LHDC support
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC and transparency mode
- Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
- Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
- Con:No official mention of wear detection
- Con:Slightly bulky case compared to rivals
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro delivers a well-rounded budget TWS experience with solid sound, effective hybrid noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit. It falls short in call clarity, gaming latency, and reliable multipoint connectivity, keeping it from top-tier status in its price range. Overall, it's a strong value pick for everyday listening, though not without compromises.
- Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
- Pro:Strong active noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Good sound quality with customizable EQ
- Con:Mediocre call quality
- Con:Multipoint connection can be unreliable
- Con:Gaming performance has noticeable latency
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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