Nothing Buds 2
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 are widely praised for delivering excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price. Users highlight the rich bass, clear vocals, and solid ANC performance that rivals more expensive models. While some note the bass can be slightly overpowering and the touch controls have limited customization, the overall value is considered outstanding. The long battery life, USB-C charging, and premium build further cement these as a top budget choice.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with rich bass
- Effective noise cancellation for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life with USB-C charging
- Premium build and design
Cons
- Bass can be slightly overpowering
- Limited touch control customization
- Case lacks functional dial
- Case is somewhat bulky
- No Google Fast Pair support
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, especially given the affordable price. Users highlight excellent battery life and fast charging, though some note the touch controls can be inconsistent and battery life could be better for heavy use. Overall, they are seen as a great value for budget-conscious buyers.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- Inconsistent touch controls
- Battery life could be better for heavy use
- Case battery life could be longer
- Bass can be overbearing without EQ adjustment
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | OnePlus Nord Buds E511A | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 12.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro, Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, Noise Canceling Earbuds, Deep Bass, Immersive Sound, Up to 44 Hour Playtime with Charging case, Starry Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 12 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 10mins for 11hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 44 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Google Fast Pair, OnePlus Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | OnePlus Fast Pair |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Nothing Buds 2
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 31 specs.
