True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataOnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds FE: 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
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
72Good
$70
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.0
Calls7.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 | Samsung Galaxy Buds FE |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $70 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 6.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 | SBC, AAC, SSC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 47 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13 h | 8.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7 h | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | 96 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 11 hours playback | 10 min = 2.5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | active |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | built-in voice assistant support |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.73 g | 5.6 g |
| Case weight | 50.62 g | 40 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX2 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | OnePlus Buds 4 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
The Samsung Galaxy Buds FE deliver impressive audio quality and effective noise cancellation at a budget-friendly price, making them a standout choice under $100. They offer a comfortable, secure fit and clear call performance, though some premium conveniences are missing. Battery life is decent in practice, though it may fall short of the company's stated figures.
- Pro:Excellent sound for the price
- Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
- Pro:Effective active noise cancellation
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:IPX2 rating offers limited water resistance
- Con:Battery life may be shorter than advertised
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