OnePlus Buds 4 vs Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
OnePlus Buds 4
OnePlus
68 Overall Score
vs
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
OnePlus Buds 4
No customer feedback yet
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Active noise cancellation 8
Sound quality 7
Comfort and fit 9
Battery life 5
Heart rate sensor 3
Live translation 3
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Specifications
| OnePlus Buds 4 | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.12 kg | 0.09 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LHDC 5.0 | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 45 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | built-in voice assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
OnePlus Buds 4
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Pricing
OnePlus Buds 4
No current pricing available
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 31 specs.
