True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataOnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs Soundcore P41i: 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
Soundcore P41i
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
Soundcore P41i
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.0
Calls5.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 | Soundcore P41i |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $80 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| 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 | - |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h | 192 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 11 hours playback | 10 min = 5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.73 g | 115.7 g |
| Case weight | 50.62 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX5 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | OnePlus Buds 4 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 6 |
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
Soundcore P41i
The Soundcore P41i earbuds stand out as a travel-focused set with an exceptionally long-lasting case that doubles as a power bank and phone stand. They offer solid comfort, adaptive noise cancellation, and multipoint connectivity, though sound quality leans bass-heavy and call clarity is a weak point. Overall, they're a practical, feature-packed choice for frequent travelers rather than audiophiles.
- Pro:Outstanding battery life with case offering many recharges
- Pro:Versatile case doubles as a power bank and phone stand
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
- Con:Call quality is below average
- Con:Bass-forward sound may not suit all listeners
- Con:Android video playback may require a patch
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