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OnePlus Buds Pro vs OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro

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

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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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OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro

OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 0.2 g per earbud.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 11,900In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The OnePlus Buds Pro lasts longer between charges (up to 38 hours), while the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro is slimmer.

Connections

OnePlus Buds Pro
Bluetooth 5.2 connection
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Bluetooth 6.0 connection

Fit

OnePlus Buds Pro
Three sizes of silicone ear tips
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
S, M and L tips

Weight

OnePlus Buds Pro
4.35 g per earbud
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
4.4 g

Battery life

OnePlus Buds Pro
Up to 38 hours total (ANC off)
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Up to 13 hours

Two devices

OnePlus Buds Pro
Stays connected to two devices
OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Connects to two devices at once

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

OnePlus Buds Pro

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 38 hours (vs 13 hours).
  • Connection: Bluetooth, USB-C charging.

OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro

  • Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.2).
  • Slimmer: 17.52 mm thick (vs 24.9 mm).
  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2021).
  • Lower price: KSh 11,900 (vs KSh 13,000).
  • Connection: Bluetooth wireless.

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PriorityOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
FitThree sizes of silicone ear tipsS, M and L tips
Weight4.35 g per earbud4.4 g
Battery lifeUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)Up to 13 hours
Two devicesStays connected to two devicesConnects to two devices at once
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 6.0
Water resistanceIP55 water and dust resistanceIP55 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
BrandOnePlusOnePlus
ModelBuds ProNord Buds 4 Pro
Announced2021March 2026
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
WeightBuds: 4.35g each, Case: 52g4.4 g +/- 0.2 g per earbud
DimensionsBuds: 32 x 23.2 mm, Case: 60.1 x 49.1 x 24.9 mm31 x 20 x 17.52 mm per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Battery LifeUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)Up to 13 hours; AAC, ANC off, 50% volume
Charging Time10 min for 10 hours (Warp Charge)Earbuds about 60 minutes; earbuds and case about 90 minutes
Fast Charging10 minutes provides up to 2 hours earbuds or 10 hours including case10 minutes provides up to 13 hours including charging case
Charging PortUSB-C (case)USB-C on case
Wireless ChargingYes, Qi charging case—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
ConnectionBluetooth, USB-C chargingBluetooth wireless
BluetoothBluetooth 5.26.0
Bluetooth Range10 m10 m
Multipoint ConnectionYes, Dual ConnectionDual-device connection
App SupportHeyMelodyHeyMelody app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Special FeaturesDolby Atmos, Zen Mode Air, Transparency modeGoogle Fast Pair; Microsoft Swift Pair; AI Translation; 62 mAh battery per earbud
Voice Assistant—AI Assistant; supported device and service requirements apply
Sensors—Acoustic sensors monitor ambient noise, in-ear sound and wearing status

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Drivers11mm dynamic12 mm dynamic
Frequency Response20Hz – 20kHz20 Hz–40 kHz
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC, LHDCLHDC 5.0; AAC; SBC
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive up to 40dBReal-time active noise cancellation
Transparency / Ambient ModeYesYes
Microphones3 per earbudSix microphones; three per earbud
Audio FeaturesOnePlus Audio ID; Zen Mode AirBassWave; six-mic AI call noise cancellation
Impedance—28 ohms
Spatial Audio—OnePlus 3D Spatial Audio; Game Sound Spatial Audio

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Case TypeCharging caseRechargeable charging case
Case Battery LifeIncluded in the total battery-life figures aboveUp to 54 hours combined; AAC, ANC off, 50% volume
Case ChargingUSB-CWired USB-C; 530 mAh case battery
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYes, Qi—
Case Dimensions60.1 × 49 × 24.9 mm60 x 49.64 x 25.04 mm
Case Weight52 g34.2 g +/- 1 g
Case Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4No water or dust resistance
Case FeaturesProtective charging case—

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesSwipe volume and touch controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55 (buds), IPX4 (case)IP55
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsThree sizes of silicone ear tipsS, M and L tips; M preinstalled

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Buds ProOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro
Headphones / EarbudsBuds Pro earbudsOnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesEar tips/accessories supplied for the product designS, M and L tips; brand sticker
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationUser manual; safety and warranty

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP55.
  • Both connect to two devices at once.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the OnePlus Buds Pro if you want longer battery life, or the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro if you would rather have a slimmer build.

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