OnePlus Nord Buds 3r TWS Earbuds up to 54 Hours Playback

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OnePlus Nord Buds 3R – First Day User Review.(Updated review is in bottom)Initially I was confused oneplus nord 3r or realme T200.My preference was good battery and reliability.I heard ANC models consumes lot of battery so I bought nord 3rPurchase Date: 28 July 2026Device Used: Realme X2Initial Battery Level: 80%Unboxing ExperienceI purchased and unboxed the OnePlus Nord Buds 3R today. The earbuds arrived with 80% battery charge, which is a good sign for a brand-new unit and allowed immediate use without charging. The build quality felt solid and premium for the price range.Sound QualityOut of the box, the default sound profile was Balanced, but it still produced noticeably heavy bass. After installing the HeyMelody app, I tested the available sound modes:- Balanced – strong bass emphasis- Bass – even more bass-heavy- Serenade – clearer vocals and a more natural sound signatureAfter switching to Serenade, the audio quality improved significantly. Vocals became cleaner, instruments were easier to distinguish, and the overall listening experience felt much more refined without excessive bass. For users who prefer clarity over bass, Serenade is highly recommended.Battery PerformanceI listened to music continuously from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM (approximately 5 hours) and the battery dropped from 80% to 30%. This means about 50% battery was used in 5 hours, suggesting an estimated 9–10 hours of playback on a full charge, which is very good for real-world usage at moderate volume levels.Comfort and ControlsThe earbuds fit securely in the ears. While lying on a pillow, I noticed that the volume was automatically reduced. This was caused by the touch-and-hold gesture being triggered accidentally. Disabling or adjusting the touch controls solved the issue completely.Durability ObservationOn the first day, one earbud accidentally fell to the floor while removing a T-shirt over my head. Fortunately, the earbud appeared undamaged, with no visible scratches, loose parts, or audio issues afterward. The construction seems sturdy enough to withstand a minor accidental drop.Pros- Excellent sound quality, especially in Serenade mode- Strong battery life (around 9–10 hours estimated)- Good build quality and durability- Comfortable fit for extended listening sessions- Useful customisation through the HeyMelody appCons- Default tuning is too bass-heavy for some listeners- Touch controls can be triggered accidentally when resting on a pillow and that's very common.you can disable only touch and holdOverall RatingCategory| RatingSound Quality| 9/10Battery Life| 10/10Comfort| 10/10Build Quality| 9.5/10App Features| 8/10Value for Money| 8/10Final VerdictThe OnePlus Nord Buds 3R made an excellent first impression. Although the default tuning is bass-heavy, the Serenade sound mode transforms the earbuds into a much more balanced and enjoyable audio device. Battery life appears impressive, and the earbuds feel durable enough for everyday use. After the first day of ownership, I would confidently recommend the OnePlus Nord Buds 3R to users looking for clear sound, long battery life, and good overall value in the budget wireless earbud segment.First-Day Score: 9/10I will update later after 1 month completely testing it.I did not charge till now I will update how many hours it takes to fully charge.Hello guys this is review after 15 days :-1-First of all you will forget about charging, battery lasts for atleast minimum 2-3 days2- sound is very loud at 40%volume itself3- fast quick charging (*no cable inside box)4-Even serenade mode was very bassy so I changed to custom Equalizer.Now i have customized Equalizer (u will love it) check in image.5-call quality good6-Droped it down twice in roadside while driving two wheeler .even though it works seamlessly without any damage.Other than that everything is good 👍 😊Additional info:-Battery & Charging Indication🔋One useful feature of the OnePlus Nord Buds 3R is the detailed battery information available through the HeyMelody app.Open the HeyMelody app and open the charging case. It shows the battery percentage separately for:- Case: Battery percentage🔋- L: Left earbud battery percentage🔋- R: Right earbud battery percentage🔋Another useful indication is the red LED light. When the battery is low, the red light indicates low battery when you close the earbuds inside the charging case. This gives you a quick visual warning without needing to open the app.

simonbritto · review on Amazon

Worth it

Nice buds... Better sound quality... No lag while playing BGMI, PUBG.... Low latency, fast charging, long lasting battery... All good.... But no active noise cancellation while calls...

harikrishnan · review on Amazon

Good charging and also good voice

Amazing product ☺️Really happy with these earphones! The sound quality is clear, the bass is good, and they’re comfortable to wear. The connection is smooth and the battery lasts well. Overall, great quality for the price and perfect for everyday use.😊😊

Barkha prajapati · review on Amazon

Worthy

Great earbuds! Excellent sound quality, fantastic battery backup, and the overall user experience is really smooth. Totally worth it

E.Dinesh · review on Amazon