OnePlus Nord Buds 3r New Budget Earbuds with Long Battery Life
OnePlus has officially launched the Nord Buds 3R, a modern wireless set of earbuds that boast Bluetooth 5.4, OnePlus 3D audio, type A low latency, and an estimated battery life of 54 hours all for less than $25. However, the launch will be limited to India only.
Design and Durability
The Nord Buds 3R sport an almost AirPods shape, with a design slightly modified from the Buds 4 having a new groove-style touch control area. The charging case is new, having wider edges and a flat bottom. The earbuds are also rated IP55 for dust and water resistance.
Audio and Call Quality
Regarding audio performance, the Nord Buds 3R feature large 12.4mm dynamic drivers with a "titanized" vibrating diaphragm. Instead of Active Noise Cancellation, they support OnePlus 3D Audio. The AI Call Noise Cancellation feature for voice calls employs two built-in microphones per earbud.
Battery and Connectivity Features
- Battery Life: Estimated 54-hour battery life in total with the charging case
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, with support to connect to two devices at the same time
- Pairing: Google Fast Pair is supported for easy pairing
- Codecs: Audio codec support is limited to AAC and SBC
Price and Availability
- The OnePlus Nord Buds 3R started at a "minimum fixed price" of INR 1,799 (about $21) on oneplus.in. These will be launched in India on September 8, 2025, in two colors Aura Blue and Ash Black.
- By comparison, OnePlus Buds 4 are currently on sale at a discounted rate of INR 5,999 on amazon.in.
