True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataOnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs Skullcandy Rail ANC: 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
Skullcandy Rail ANC
68Good
$72
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
Skullcandy Rail ANC
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling5.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 | Skullcandy Rail ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $72 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | 12mm |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 97 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 47 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7 h | 7 h |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h | 27 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 11 hours playback | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | voice control |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.73 g | 49.8 g |
| Case weight | 50.62 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | OnePlus Buds 4 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 4 |
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
Skullcandy Rail ANC
The Skullcandy Rail ANC earbuds offer a bass-heavy sound signature, a feature-packed companion app, and a robust set of conveniences like wireless charging and multipoint Bluetooth for a budget-friendly price. While they deliver solid battery life and adaptive noise cancellation, the ANC performance is underwhelming compared to rivals, making them a better fit for those prioritizing features and customization over top-tier isolation. Overall, they represent a strong value in Skullcandy's lineup, though not a class leader in noise suppression.
- Pro:Long total battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode
- Pro:Wireless charging and USB-C support
- Con:Noise cancellation is not very effective
- Con:Bass-forward tuning may not suit all listeners
- Con:Battery life with ANC is only average at 7 hours
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