OnePlus Buds Pro 3: Premium Audio Comes at a Cost
Recent leaks have unveiled exciting details about the upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3, suggesting significant audio improvements and a redesign - but also a potential price increase.
Audio Enhancements
The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are rumored to feature:
- A dual driver system with a 6mm tweeter and 11mm woofer
- Individual DACs (digital-to-analog converters) for each driver
- Support for the LHDC 5.0 codec, enabling 25-bit/192 kHz high-resolution audio
- Improved Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) capable of blocking up to 50 dB of ambient noise
- Dynaudio EQ profiles for precision-tuned audio
These upgrades point to OnePlus' focus on delivering a premium audio experience.
Design Changes
Leaked renders reveal:
- Polished metal stems with matte bases on the earbuds
- A redesigned oval charging case, measuring 65 x 52 x 26mm and weighing 61 grams
Potential Price Increase
Industry insider Max Jambor claims the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 will retail for €199 in EU markets. This represents a €20 increase over the Buds Pro 2's launch price of €179.
Other Notable Features
- Bluetooth 5.4 support
- Multi-point connectivity
- IP55 water and dust resistance rating
- Estimated 43-hour total battery life (a slight decrease from previous models)
While the price hike may give some consumers pause, the leaked specifications suggest OnePlus is positioning the Buds Pro 3 as a serious contender in the premium true wireless earbud market. The official release date remains unknown, but the abundance of leaks indicates a launch may be imminent.
