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Galaxy Buds 3 vs OnePlus Buds Pro

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

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Galaxy Buds 3

Galaxy Buds 3

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.7 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
KSh 13,000In Stock
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OnePlus Buds Pro

OnePlus Buds Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • IPX4 rating for the case.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 13,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The OnePlus Buds Pro has hi-res Bluetooth audio, lasts longer between charges (up to 38 hours) and has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings, while the Galaxy Buds 3 has better water and dust protection (IP57) and is slimmer.

Connections

Galaxy Buds 3
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
OnePlus Buds Pro
Bluetooth 5.2 connection

Controls

Galaxy Buds 3
Touch controls for playback
OnePlus Buds Pro
Touch controls for everyday use

Fit

Galaxy Buds 3
Open-fit design
OnePlus Buds Pro
Three sizes of silicone ear tips

Weight

Galaxy Buds 3
4.7 g per earbud
OnePlus Buds Pro
4.35 g per earbud

Battery life

Galaxy Buds 3
Up to 24 hours with the case
OnePlus Buds Pro
Up to 38 hours total (ANC off)

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Galaxy Buds 3

  • IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.2).
  • Slimmer: 18.1 mm thick (vs 24.9 mm).
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).

OnePlus Buds Pro

  • LHDC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 38 hours (vs 24 hours).
  • Transparency / ambient mode.
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
FitOpen-fit designThree sizes of silicone ear tips
Weight4.7 g per earbud4.35 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with the caseUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)
Two devicesSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.2
Water resistanceIP57 water and dust resistanceIP55 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
BrandSamsungOnePlus
ModelGalaxy Buds 3 (SM-R530)Buds Pro
Announced20242021
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Weight4.7g per earbudBuds: 4.35g each, Case: 52g
Dimensions18.1 x 20.4 x 31.9mm 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

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Battery LifeUp to 5 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC offUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (case)
Wireless ChargingYesYes, Qi charging case
Charging Time—10 min for 10 hours (Warp Charge)
Fast Charging—10 minutes provides up to 2 hours earbuds or 10 hours including case

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth, USB-C charging
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.2
Multipoint ConnectionSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesYes, Dual Connection
ConnectorWireless audio connection—
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportGalaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settingsHeyMelody
Bluetooth Range—10 m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Voice AssistantBixby—
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, VPU(Voice Pickup Unit)—
Special FeaturesLE Audio; Samsung Find; Neck Stretch ReminderDolby Atmos, Zen Mode Air, Transparency mode

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Drivers1-way11mm dynamic
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQSBC, AAC, LHDC
Active Noise CancellationYesAdaptive up to 40dB
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoYes
Spatial AudioSamsung 360 Audio—
Microphones6 microphones3 per earbud
Audio FeaturesAdaptive EQ; Adaptive ANC; Super Wide BandOnePlus Audio ID; Zen Mode Air
Frequency Response—20Hz – 20kHz

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC offIncluded in the total battery-life figures above
Case ChargingUSB-C; wireless chargingUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesYes, Qi
Case Dimensions48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4mm (H x W x D)60.1 × 49 × 24.9 mm
Case Weight46.5g52 g
Case Features515mAh typical batteryProtective charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—IPX4

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
ControlsTouch, pressure/pinch and swipe controlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Water & Dust ResistanceIP57IP55 (buds), IPX4 (case)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-fit designThree sizes of silicone ear tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3OnePlus Buds Pro
Headphones / EarbudsGalaxy Buds 3 earbudsBuds Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C cable not includedUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-fit designEar tips/accessories supplied for the product design
DocumentationQuick Start GuideQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have virtual surround sound.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Both use touch controls for playback and calls.

In summary

Get the OnePlus Buds Pro if you want hi-res Bluetooth audio and longer battery life, or the Galaxy Buds 3 if you would rather have better water and dust protection and a slimmer build.

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