OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with up to 32dB Active Noise Cancellation, 10mins for 11Hours Fast Charging with Up to 43h Music Playback -Harmonic Gray

Writing this review after these incidents 1. While a trip to USA, Lost one earpiece in snow (3ft), 2 days later i found it in this state and it works, no change to sound quality nor any Charge issue. It works the same 2. In a prior case one of the ear piece fell in to water though i was quick enough to pull it out blowed out the water particles and dried it for some time. -- It works..! 3. Don't remember how many times i had dropped the case with buds in it (due to my slippery hands) still they just rock For information brought these buds on 1st May 2025, review on Jan 5th 2026, i have been using these with out any case protection. Pro's :- Charge, Capacity, Sound, ANC, Build Quality at mentioned price point it peaks..! Cons :- With rough user like me Case wont maintain that shiny look & the touch on the earpiece wont be as smooth as the start (single tap is ok, double tap & triple tap a little problematic). Common things :- one plus mastered in the fit so not gonna say anything on that. These buds are crazy good in terms of Build Quality, ANC & Sound "when plugged in with ANC ON, world wont be silent for you but these buds makes sure it will" Thank you Oneplus,

See , i first wanted to go for headphone for sound and ANC but due to portability issues i had to buy ear buds . Music quality of nord 3 pro- damm good , bass is awesome and customizable , you can also enhance bass from the app. Instrument seperation is also good for this price . And if you don't like bass you can decrease it. ANC - now ANC is good for the price. Not extraordinary but at this price almost every buds at 2500 will provide same / maybe less. quality of anc . It reduces background noise and shuts fans noise by upto 70 percent , which is actually good for this price . It cuts dj sounds upto 60-70 percent , and if you play Music with ANC you wont hear any thing outside at all. It has 3 modes of ANC but i always use it at max . Build quality - its good , design is good . Baattery - without ANC , almost 8-9 hours, With MAX ANC --- 5 to 6 hours . Features - it has a really good features for this price like basswave / audio equalizer etc.. Latency - bad , not targeted to gaming , if you are buying specifically for gaming then gor for something else. Conclusion - its good , value for money , sound quality and customizable bass is very good . But if you are specifically buying this for ANC then i will say go for headphones not earbuds cause they can provide better ANC . But for this price and for an earbuds , ANC is good , you won't be dissappointed .

If you have the budget go for these earbuds without any doubt. They are really comfortable to wear and don't do in your ear too deep. The sound is also really clear and a bit bassy but all the details are clearly audible. And even though I thought that the white glossy finish of the case would attract scratches very easily but it's been a few months and they are still in very good condition. Overall there are no compromises in the price range.

1. The Sound Quality is awesome for this segment 2. It is very compatible no issues till now like it's been 6 months man 3. Use it with HeyMelody app and you can easily use it love it man 4. Fit is good it sits in my ear perfectly 5. Ease of transport? Ofc awesome what do expect from an bluetooth earbuds man? C'mon!

I purchased the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 less than three months ago, hoping for a reliable audio companion for daily use. As someone who uses earphones more than the average person, durability and a reasonable level of resistance are important factors for me. Size and fit were fine, I was pleased with it's performance until the issues started. Usage & Expectations: My usage pattern involves frequent listening, primarily indoors in air-conditioned environments. While I do sweat more than average, I specifically avoid using earphones during workouts. My exposure to sweat typically happens during commutes or when stepping outside briefly. Given the IP55 rating, which suggests protection against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets, I reasonably expected the Nord Buds 3 to handle this level of sweat – equivalent to what a regular person might encounter. I never exposed them to rain or dropped them in water. The Failure Point - After Just 10 Weeks: Unfortunately, my experience fell drastically short. In just around 10 weeks (less than 3 months), I started experiencing significant connection issues. Upon inspection, I noticed corrosion or damage on the charging contact points. Significantly, all four contact points on the buds were affected simultaneously. The connection problems manifested in frustrating ways: Even after placing the buds back into the charging case, my phone would often still show them as connected and in use, draining their battery unnecessarily. Conversely, sometimes when taking the buds out of the case, they wouldn't connect or function at all, acting as if they were still stored inside. This erratic behavior points directly to the damaged contact points failing to correctly signal whether the buds were docked or undocked. While sweat is corrosive, the simultaneous failure of all four points in such a short time raises questions about whether this was solely due to sweat ingress or potentially indicative of a manufacturing defect or design flaw compromising the seals or contact materials. The IP55 rating certainly led me to believe they should have withstood this level of exposure. Horrible Service Experience: Seeking a solution under warranty, I visited the OnePlus service center. I clearly pointed out the damage to the contact points and described the specific connection issues. Despite this, I was made to wait for approximately 45 minutes, only to be told that the warranty claim was denied due to "liquid damage," citing the shorted contact points. This response was incredibly frustrating. The service felt dismissive, with no real consideration given to the rapid failure time, the specific symptoms linked directly to contact failure, the simultaneous failure of all contacts, or the potential discrepancy between the advertised IP rating and real-world performance. Warranty Policy vs. Expectation: It was only after this denial that the specifics of the warranty became starkly clear. I understand now that OnePlus's official warranty policy may explicitly exclude any form of liquid damage, including sweat. However, even knowing the policy, the overall experience remains deeply unsatisfactory. For a product rated IP55 to fail from moderate, non-exercise sweat exposure in such a short timeframe is concerning. I expected a better experience – both from the product lasting significantly longer than 10 weeks and from a customer service interaction that felt less like an immediate dismissal. Conclusion: My experience with the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 has been extremely disappointing. The earphones failed completely in about 10 weeks due to apparent sweat damage causing critical contact point failure, despite an IP55 rating and careful, non-exercise use. The simultaneous failure of all contact points is suspicious. While OnePlus may not cover liquid damage under warranty according to their policy, the rapid product failure combined with a dismissive and unhelpful service experience leaves a very poor impression. Based on this, I cannot recommend the OnePlus Nord Buds 3, especially to individuals who might expose them to even moderate sweat. The practical durability seems questionable, and the after-sales support was lacking. Potential buyers should be wary. I am now forced to find replacement earphones far sooner than acceptable.

I recently tried the Nord Buds 3 and came away pretty impressed. For their price point, they hit a lot of the right notes. Here’s a breakdown. 1. Sound Quality & Drivers The earbuds are equipped with 12.4 mm dynamic drivers with a titanized diaphragm. The bass is punchy, which is great if you like tracks with strong low end. At the same time, there’s decent clarity in the mids — vocals and instruments come through nicely. Highs are less sharp or detailed, but that’s forgivable given the price. 2. Battery Life & Charging One of the biggest strengths. With ANC turned off, you get up to 12 hours of playback just on the earbuds, and around 43 hours with the case. With ANC on, those numbers drop (about 8 h earbuds / 28 h with case) but are still very usable. Also, fast charging is a highlight: a 10-minute charge gives you roughly 10-11 hours of playtime (when ANC is off). That kind of quick top-up is especially helpful. 3. Noise Cancellation & Features The device offers active noise cancellation (ANC) up to ~32 dB. Enough to reduce background hums, airplane noise, or traffic, though it struggles a bit more with mid/high frequency sounds or sudden noise (e.g. construction). Transparency mode is included, which is useful when you want ambient sound. Other useful features: IP55 rating for sweat/dust resistance. Dual-device connectivity and Google Fast Pair for easier switching between gadgets. Customizable EQ and controls via the HeyMelody app. 4. Design & Comfort The earbuds are lightweight (about 4.2 g each) and fairly comfortable for extended listening. The case is reasonably sized and sturdy. 1. Microphone / Call Quality In quieter settings it’s okay. But if you are in a noisy environment, call clarity drops. There are instances of voice sounding garbled or fluctuating. Wind or ambient noise can become problematic. 2. ANC Limitations As strong as the ANC is in many daily-scenarios, it’s not perfect. Mid and high frequency noises tend to pierce through. Also, some reviews note that turning ANC on for sharp noises (like rain or chatter) sometimes backfires slightly, making the high-frequency bits more noticeable. 3. Missing Features There’s no in-ear detection. That means music doesn’t automatically pause when you take the earbuds out. A feature many users expect. ANC levels are not adjustable — you can only turn it on/off or switch to transparency. No fine-tuning for different environments. 4. High frequencies & Detail If you love crisp highs, intricate instrument separation, or a super detailed treble, this probably isn't the best for you. The sound leans toward warmth and strong bass, which is great for some genres, less so for audiophile tast

Sturdy design looks primeum, sound quality is very good for the price, bass is clear and it has clarity in vocal as well as instruments, Good for calling, mics catch clear voice, ANC is good but not up to the point, Transperancy mode is quite good, in the sound modes bass mode is gimmick no difference from default mode use default mode with bass wave at level 5 to 10 for optimal performance, battery life is best I used continuously 5 hours even then it has 70% battery in both earbuds. A allrounder package for rs. 2199 to 2599 range.

This ear bud is highly recommend for base lover .... A high quality clear sound. I use this ear buds and found that this ear buds is worth it in this price range . Thank u one plus for such a wonderful sound