Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE vs OnePlus Buds Pro
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Key specifications and important differences. Full details follow below.
| Feature |  Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE |  OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 12,000 | KSh 13,000 |
| Drivers | 1-way | 11mm dynamic |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB-C charging |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Adaptive up to 40dB |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 8.5 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Up to 38 hours total (ANC off) |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 | IP55 (buds), IPX4 (case) |
| Weight | 5g per earbud | Buds: 4.35g each, Case: 52g |
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General
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung | OnePlus |
| Model | Galaxy Buds3 FE (SM-R420) | Buds Pro |
| Announced | 2025 | 2021 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Gray (White in some markets) | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant |
Design
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 5g per earbud | Buds: 4.35g each, Case: 52g |
| Dimensions | 21.1 x 18.0 x 33.8mm per earbud (H x W x D) | Buds: 32 x 23.2 mm, Case: 60.1 x 49.1 x 24.9 mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 8.5 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Up to 38 hours total (ANC off) |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C (case) |
| Charging Time | — | 10 min for 10 hours (Warp Charge) |
Connectivity
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB-C charging |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Multipoint Connection | Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices | — |
| Connector | N/A - wireless audio connection | — |
| Cable Length | N/A - no audio cable | — |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settings | HeyMelody |
Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Bixby | — |
| Sensors | Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor | — |
| Special Features | Samsung Find | Dolby Atmos, Zen Mode Air, Transparency mode |
Audio
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1-way | 11mm dynamic |
| Audio Codecs | AAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec) | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Adaptive up to 40dB |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound | — |
| Spatial Audio | Samsung 360 Audio | — |
| Microphones | 6 microphones | 3 per earbud |
| Audio Features | 24-bit Hi-Fi sound, six microphones | — |
| Frequency Response | — | 20Hz – 20kHz |
Charging Case
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Included in the total battery-life figures above |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | 48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4mm (H x W x D) | — |
| Case Weight | 41.8g | — |
| Case Features | 515mAh typical battery | Protective charging case |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 | IP55 (buds), IPX4 (case) |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Silicone ear tips | — |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | OnePlus Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Galaxy Buds3 FE earbuds | Buds Pro earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | N/A - USB-C cable not included | USB-C charging cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - not included | N/A - true wireless design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Three sets of silicone ear tips | Ear tips/accessories supplied for the product design |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide | Quick start and safety documentation |
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