OnePlus Buds Pro 3 leads on noise cancelling, scoring 96/100 vs 4/100 for Apple AirPods 4. The biggest gap is only OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has active noise cancelling.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3 vs Apple AirPods 4
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
For most buyers the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 is the better pick — it scores 82/100 to the Apple AirPods 4's 53, leading on Noise Cancelling and Battery. Choose the Apple AirPods 4 instead if build matters most to you, where it comes out ahead.
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- OnePlus Buds Pro 3 leads Apple AirPods 4 overall by 29 points (82 vs 53 out of 100).
- Key differences: only OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has active noise cancelling; only OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has transparency mode; battery life per charge, where OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has 6 vs 5 h; total battery life with case, where Apple AirPods 4 has 30 vs 25.5 h; only OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has wireless charging case.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3 leads overall
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
82
Apple AirPods 4
53
Key differences
- Active Noise CancellingOnePlus Buds Pro 3 only
- Transparency ModeOnePlus Buds Pro 3 only
- Battery Life per ChargeOnePlus Buds Pro 3 6 vs 5 h
- Total Battery Life with CaseApple AirPods 4 30 vs 25.5 h
- Wireless Charging CaseOnePlus Buds Pro 3 only
Scores by Category
Head-to-head score per category, out of 100
OnePlus Buds Pro 3 wins 3 of 6 categories · Apple AirPods 4 wins 1
OnePlus Buds Pro 3Apple AirPods 4
- Noise CancellingOnePlus Buds Pro 3 leadsOnePlus Buds Pro 396Apple AirPods 44
- BatteryOnePlus Buds Pro 3 leadsOnePlus Buds Pro 365Apple AirPods 448
- ConnectivityOnePlus Buds Pro 3 leadsOnePlus Buds Pro 394Apple AirPods 478
- BuildApple AirPods 4 leadsOnePlus Buds Pro 363Apple AirPods 471
- AudioTieOnePlus Buds Pro 385Apple AirPods 485
- CallsTieOnePlus Buds Pro 385Apple AirPods 485
Physical Comparison
Weight, side by side
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
50.62g
Weight
Apple AirPods 4
32.3g
Weight
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
5.29g
Weight
Apple AirPods 4
4.3g
Weight
In-depth analysisAI
AI-generated from the cited sources — may be incomplete or inaccurate; verify important details before deciding · generated Nov 2026.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Pros
- Dual dynamic drivers
- Active noise cancelling
- 25.5-hour total battery
Cons
- Relies on companion app for full features
The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are wireless earbuds featuring dual dynamic drivers, active noise cancellation, and Bluetooth 5.4. They deliver up to 25.5 hours of total battery life with the charging case and support LHDC 5.0 codecs.
Best for android mobile listening
Apple AirPods 4
Pros
- 5 hours battery per charge
- 30 hours total battery with case
- Spatial Audio with Head Tracking
Cons
- No Active Noise Cancelling
- No Transparency Mode
- Wireless charging case not included
The Apple AirPods 4 are open-style wireless earbuds featuring Bluetooth 5.3, an IP54 rating, and a 4.3g per earbud weight. They deliver 5 hours of listening per charge with up to 30 total hours via the case.
Best for open-fit earbud fansBest for apple ecosystem users
Value for Money
What the price difference buys you
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Apple AirPods 4
Detailed Specifications
The specs that count most, side by side
Audio
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No |
Transparency Mode | Yes | No |
Battery
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 6 h20% more | 5 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 25.5 h | 30 h18% more |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | N/A |
Calls
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 | Apple AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 5.29 g | 4.3 g19% less |
Case Weight | 50.62 g | 32.3 g36% less |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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OnePlus Buds Pro 3 is rated for 6 h vs 5 h for Apple AirPods 4 — 20% longer.
The biggest differences are only OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has transparency mode; and total battery life with case, where Apple AirPods 4 has 30 vs 25.5 h. Overall, OnePlus Buds Pro 3 leads 82–53.
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