Weight
- OnePlus Buds 3
- 4.8 g per earbud
- Galaxy Buds 3
- 4.7 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
OnePlus Buds 3 vs Galaxy Buds 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  OnePlus Buds 3
KSh 14,000In Stock | 02  Galaxy Buds 3
KSh 13,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Galaxy Buds 3 has better water and dust protection (IP57), lasts longer between charges (up to 24 hours) and is slimmer, while the OnePlus Buds 3 has hi-res Bluetooth audio, an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and a transparency / ambient mode.
Connections
- OnePlus Buds 3
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Controls
- OnePlus Buds 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Touch controls for playback
Fit
- OnePlus Buds 3
- S, M and L silicone ear tips
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Open-fit design
Battery life
- OnePlus Buds 3
- 10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off)
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Up to 24 hours with the case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
OnePlus Buds 3
- LHDC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Transparency / ambient mode.
- Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
Galaxy Buds 3
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 24 hours (vs 10 hours).
- Wireless charging.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Slimmer: 18.1 mm thick (vs 20.22 mm).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | OnePlus Buds 3 | Galaxy Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | S, M and L silicone ear tips | Open-fit design |
| Weight | 4.8 g per earbud | 4.7 g per earbud |
| Battery life | 10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off) | Up to 24 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls |
| Noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
Get the Galaxy Buds 3 if you want better water and dust protection and longer battery life, or the OnePlus Buds 3 if you would rather have hi-res Bluetooth audio and an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
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