Exciting news from OnePlus! They are set to launch the Buds 3 on January 4, along with the Ace 3 smartphone. We’ve seen a sneak peek of the TWS earphones earlier, and it turns out those glimpses were accurate – the Buds 3 will closely resemble the Buds Pro 2 in design.
What’s new? The Buds 3 are boasting top-notch sound quality, thanks to their dual drivers. OnePlus even shared a comparison chart, suggesting these buds outperform a rival brand in five important areas.
Features of the OnePlus Buds 3
These earbuds are bringing the dual-driver design, previously seen in the Buds Pro series, to the standard model. Expect advanced noise cancellation for clearer audio and calls. However, the design of the earbuds and their case doesn’t seem to offer any groundbreaking changes.
OnePlus claims the Buds 3 excel in performance – scoring 4.7 for bass, 4.8 for clarity, timbre, and vocals, and 4.6 for spatial sound, averaging at 4.74 out of 5. But remember, these are in-house tests by OnePlus, so take these ratings with a grain of salt until we see real-world usage.
| OnePlus Buds 3 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | January 4 |
| Design Type | Semi-in-ear |
| Finish | Glossy stem, matte silicone ear tips |
| Shape | Squarish storage and charging case |
| Design Note | Ditches dual-tone design of OnePlus Buds Pro series |
| Color Options | Space Grey, Clear Sea Blue |
| Noise Cancellation | True wireless noise-cancelling |
| Audio Technologies | 3D spatial audio, LHDC 5.0 |
| Drivers | 10.4mm woofer, 6mm tweeter |
| Noise Cancellation Level | 48dB |
| Connectivity | Google Fast Pair, dual connectivity |
| Durability (IP Rating) | IP55 |
| Battery Life | Up to 44 hours |
| Availability | Pre-orders open in China (Tmall, JD, OPPO Mall) |
| Target Audience | Marketed as the first choice for OnePlus users with flagship sound quality |
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Nick, the Co-founder of Earbuds Arena, is a seasoned freelance tech journalist with over ten years of experience covering wearables, apps, headphones, and gadgets. When he’s not immersed in the tech world, you’ll likely find him unwinding with video games, going for a run, or enjoying a game of soccer on the field.
