OnePlus Buds 3

OnePlus Buds 3

Launched Jan 2024 · Earbuds (TWS)

74
GoodGifng score
Good for callsGood for bassGood for batteryGood for noise-cancelling

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Usual price ₹4,299 · launch price ₹5,499

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Score breakdown

Sound
68
Noise cancelling
67
Battery
95
Features
84
Calls
69
Comfort & fit
76

Each part is measured the same way for every model (from specs and lab test measurements where they exist) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • Full, bass-forward sound that keeps vocals clear
  • ANC handles metro and crowd noise
  • Mic clearer than the Enco Air3 Pro indoors
  • Swipe volume and remappable taps
  • About a week of 2-3 h daily use
  • Max ANC very good on low rumble
  • Mic clear and masks background noise

Cons

  • Bass-heavy default won't suit everyone; some pop sounds harsh
  • LHDC works with few phones
  • Narrower stage than Oppo's rival
  • Top LHDC bitrates unstable beyond arm's reach
  • Default V-shaped tuning has sharp treble; limited detail
  • 3D audio and Golden Sound tuning unconvincing
  • Only the Balanced preset can be custom-edited
  • 91mobiles

    Their favourite earbuds under ₹6,000: premium look, fun bass-led sound, handy swipe volume and lasting battery.

  • GSMArenaFeb 2024

    OnePlus's best audio product so far and highly recommended at the price, with strong ANC, clear mics and battery beating claims.

  • India TVMar 2024

    Good-looking buds with strong ANC, clear calls and heavy bass, though cheaper rivals offer similar features.

  • Trusted Reviews

    Pro-style audio features and clean, warm bass at a budget price; ANC and battery are the weaker parts. Tested the global model.

Full specs

Sound
Drivers10.4 mm 2× dynamic
CodecsSBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0
Hi-Res audioYes
Spatial audioYes
EqualiserCustom EQ in the app
Noise cancelling
ANCAdaptive, up to 49 dB (maker's figure)
Transparency / ambient modeYes
Battery
Earbuds alone10 h, 6.5 h with ANC
With the case44 h, 28 h with ANC
Measured in a test11.5 h (AAC, ANC off)
Fast charging10 min = 2 h (buds) / 7 h (with case)
Wireless chargingNo
Calls
Microphones6
Call noise reduction3 mics per bud, AI call noise reduction
Connection
Bluetooth5.3
Multipoint (two devices at once)Yes
Quick pairingYes
Latency / game mode94 ms (maker's figure), game mode
AppYes
Build & fit
Weight (one earbud)4.8 g
Case weight40.8 g
Water resistanceIP55
Controlstouch
In-ear detectionYes
Other
ColoursSplendid Blue, Metallic Gray

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