Weight
- JBL Tune 230NC
- 10.2 g per earbud
- OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- 0.2 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Tune 230NC vs OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Tune 230NC
KSh 11,000In Stock | 02  OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
KSh 11,900In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro has better water and dust protection (IP55), connects to two devices at once and has larger 12 mm drivers, while the JBL Tune 230NC lasts longer between charges (up to 40 hours).
Connections
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Uses USB-C
- OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- Charging case uses USB-C
Controls
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Touch controls for playback
- OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Ear tips included
- OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- S, M and L tips
Battery life
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Up to 40 hours
- OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- Up to 13 hours
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Tune 230NC
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 13 hours).
- Lower price: KSh 11,000 (vs KSh 11,900).
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Connects to two devices at once.
- OnePlus 3D Spatial Audio.
- Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.2).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Tune 230NC | OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | S, M and L tips |
| Weight | 10.2 g per earbud | 4.4 g |
| Battery life | Up to 40 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Connects to two devices at once |
| Controls | Touch Control | Swipe volume and touch controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging time | 2 hours from empty | Earbuds about 60 minutes |
| Drivers | 6 mm dynamic drivers | 12 mm dynamic |
| Impedance | 16Ω | 28 ohms |
| App support | JBL Headphones app | HeyMelody app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Aware, TalkThru | Yes |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
For most buyers the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro is the better buy; the JBL Tune 230NC makes sense if you want longer battery life.
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