Therefore, the Buds Pro mostly uses AAC as standard for audio transmission. But then there are not many smartphones compatible with LHDC. The earbuds support LHDC (Low Latency High-Definition Audio Codec), besides SBC and AAC. Likewise, the Dolby Atmos is available only on the OnePlus 7 series smartphones and above. For example, the buds’ fast pair function is available on the OnePlus 6 series smartphones and above. However, most of its key differentiating features are limited to OnePlus smartphones, and that too not all of them. The case is water resistant too (IPX4) but not dust resistant.įrom adaptive active noise cancellation to wireless charging, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, and Dolby Atmos support, the OnePlus Buds Pro is brimful with premium features. The OnePlus Buds Pro’s charging case is heavier than those of most peers, but it is one of the few that come with wireless charging support. The top, surprisingly, is not boring and features the OnePlus branding. The back side sports the case USB-C charging port. On the front, there is a tiny LED battery indicator that doubles up as the pairing light indicator.

It is a tiny rectangular unit with curved corners which makes it slide easily even in the most cramped spaces like a jeans pocket. The black matte finish extends to the earbuds' charging-cum-storage case. The Buds Pro is IP55-rated for water and dust resistance. They might withstand everyday abuse, but they do easily become dirty and require regular cleaning to stay in a good condition. As for quality, the earbuds seem to have a durable and sturdy build. The matte finish makes the buds easy to handle and use. Made of plastic, these earbuds have a matte black finish (review unit) with a dual tone colour texture. It boasts in-ear design with a tiny stem protruding from the earbuds. The OnePlus Buds Pro looks similar to the OPPO Enco X in more ways than one, but with a better texture and design language. This is one area where OPPO’s influence is apparent.

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