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OnePlus Buds 3 vs Sony WF-C710N

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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OnePlus Buds 3

OnePlus Buds 3

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.8 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 14,000In Stock
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Sony WF-C710N

Sony WF-C710N

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 8.5 hours per charge.
KSh 14,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The OnePlus Buds 3 is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP55) and hi-res Bluetooth audio.

Fit

OnePlus Buds 3
S, M and L silicone ear tips
Sony WF-C710N
Ear tips included

Weight

OnePlus Buds 3
4.8 g per earbud
Sony WF-C710N
About 38 g

Battery life

OnePlus Buds 3
10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off)
Sony WF-C710N
Up to 8.5 hours per charge

Controls

OnePlus Buds 3
Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Sony WF-C710N
Volume control, Quick Attention

Noise cancellation

OnePlus Buds 3
Active noise cancellation
Sony WF-C710N
Noise cancellation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

OnePlus Buds 3

  • IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • LHDC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

Sony WF-C710N

  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PriorityOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
FitS, M and L silicone ear tipsEar tips included
Weight4.8 g per earbudAbout 38 g
Battery life10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off)Up to 8.5 hours per charge
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesVolume control, Quick Attention
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP55 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
BrandOnePlusSony
ModelBuds 3WF-C710N
Announced20242025
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorSplendid Blue, Metallic GrayBlack Glass Blue White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Weight4.8g per earbud; 40.8g caseApprox. 1.34 oz
DimensionsEarbud 31.68 x 20.22 x 24.4mm; case 58.72 x 50.15 x 25.81mm—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Battery Life10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off); 6.5 hours / 28 hours with case (ANC on)Max. 8.5 hrs (NC ON)/Max. 12 hrs (NC OFF)
Fast Charging10 minutes provides 7 hours total—
Charging PortUSB-C (case)USB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNo
Charging Time—Approx. 3.5 hrs (USB charging)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Range10m32.81 ft
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
App SupportHeyMelody appSony | Sound Connect
Connector—Wireless audio connection
Cable Length—No audio cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Special FeaturesGolden Sound; Hi-Res LHDC; Google Fast PairAmbient Sound Mode; multipoint; Sound Connect app

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Drivers10.4mm woofer + 6mm tweeter0.2"
Frequency Response15Hz-40kHz20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
Audio CodecsLHDC, AAC, SBCSBC, AAC
Active Noise CancellationSmart Adaptive ANC up to 49dBYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeYesAmbient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention
Microphones3 microphones per earbudBuilt-in microphones
Audio Features—Dsee

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Case TypeCharging caseCharging Case
Case Battery LifeIncluded in the total battery-life figures above—
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Dimensions58.72 x 50.15 x 25.81mm—
Case Weight40.8gApprox. 1.34 oz
Case FeaturesProtective charging caseCharging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 3.5 hrs (USB charging)
Case Wireless Charging—No

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesVolume control, Quick Attention
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55 earbudsYes (IPX4)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsS, M and L silicone ear tipsEar tips included

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Headphones / EarbudsBuds 3 earbudsWF-C710N earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging Case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB Cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designNot included
Ear Tips / AccessoriesEar tips/accessories supplied for the product designHybrid silicone rubber earbuds
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationWarranty Card; Reference guide

Similarities

  • 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.
  • Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.

In summary

The OnePlus Buds 3 is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and hi-res Bluetooth audio.

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