OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
EarFun Air Pro 4
What Buyers Say
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
EarFun Air Pro 4
The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds deliver exceptional value, with users praising their high-end sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and robust battery life. Many reviewers note they outperform far more expensive competitors like AirPods Pro and Sony XM4s, especially after customizing the EQ via the app. A few minor issues include occasional fit adjustments and a quirk with single-bud Bluetooth connectivity, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with LDAC and aptX Lossless
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life (11 hours per charge)
- Great value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
Cons
- Single-bud Bluetooth connectivity quirk
- Occasional fit adjustments needed
- LDAC disables multipoint pairing
- Le Audio not working for some users
Scores
Specifications
| OnePlus Nord Buds E511A | EarFun Air Pro 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 5 pairs of ear tips |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 12.399999618530273 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | 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 | aptX Lossless, LDAC, LC3 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 11 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10mins for 11hrs | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 44 hrs | 54 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair, OnePlus Fast Pair | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | OnePlus Fast Pair | EarFun Audio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
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
EarFun Air Pro 4
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.