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OnePlus Buds 3 vs Skullcandy Dime 3

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Dime 3

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AOnePlus Buds 3

BSkullcandy Dime 3

General

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Series

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Dime1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026The page says Dime 3 improves on Dime and Dime 2.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

E509A8Press articlefonearena.com/blog/410958/oneplus-buds-3-fcc-certification.html/ampRead 10 October 2026FCC filing reported before launch under model E509A. Not checked against the product label. Pre-launch figures in that article (4.77 g, 48 dB) differ from the final specifications and are not used.

S2DCW-R951, S2DCW-T990, S2DCW-R740, S2DCW-T9893Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026SKUs in the US store product feed: S2DCW-R951 Bone, S2DCW-T990 Preppy Blue, S2DCW-R740 True Black, S2DCW-T989 Preppy Sage. Limited editions with other model numbers exist and are not stored.

GTIN / EAN

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810045688671, 810145321881, 810045688435, 8101453218743Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026Barcodes from the US store product feed. Each is a valid UPC-A number.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

23 January 20247Press articlethetechoutlook.com/new-release/gadgets-release/earphones/oneplus-buds-3-launched-in-india-at-the-starting-price-of-rs-5499Read 10 October 2026Global launch with the OnePlus 12 and 12R, article dated 23 January 2024. The earbuds had already launched in China in January 2024.

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Status

Available1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Maker still lists the product with a Buy now button.

Available3Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026The US store lists Bone, Preppy Blue and True Black as available on the access date.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

OnePlus Buds 49Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/oneplus-buds-4-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review says the OnePlus Buds 4 are the successors to last year's OnePlus Buds 3.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$993Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Priced at 99 USD at launch. The review is dated 5 February 2024.4Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/oneplus-buds-3-reviewRead 10 October 2026Starts at 99 USD in North America.5Press article9to5google.comRead 10 October 2026Announced at 99 USD, 79 USD below the OnePlus Buds Pro 2.

$29.995Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review spec table lists $29.99. The review footer now gives an MSRP of $34.99, which matches the maker's current store price and is not the launch price.6Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/skullcandy-dime-3Read 20 October 2026Review of 3 January 2024 gives $29 at the Skullcandy store.7Review9to5toys.com/2023/12/14/skullcandy-dime-3-review-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review of 14 December 2023 gives about $30 and says it is $5 above the original Dime at $25. Stored as 29.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€996Press articleandroidworld.nl/nieuws/oneplus-kondigt-oneplus-buds-3-aan-oordopjes-van-99-euroRead 10 October 2026Recommended price 99 EUR in the Netherlands and Belgium from 6 February. VAT included as published. Notebookcheck reports the same 99 EUR for Europe.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US, EU4Maker product pageskullcandy.eu/en-fr/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026US store feed and Skullcandy EU store page both sell Dime 3 with euro pricing on the EU page.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Metallic Gray, Splendid Blue1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 20265Press article9to5google.comRead 10 October 2026

Bone, Preppy Blue, True Black, Preppy Sage3Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026Names as the maker writes them. Limited editions are not stored.

Segment

Music2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Music1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Maker sells it as a true wireless in-ear earbud with no sport or gaming category.

Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The earbuds use silicone ear tips in three sizes.

In-ear1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row Product Type: True Wireless In-Ear. Noise-Isolating Fit with ear gels.

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stem2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Volume is controlled on the stems of the earbuds.

Stem6Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/skullcandy-dime-3Read 20 October 2026Review calls it Skullcandy's small-stem design.

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

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Either bud1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Additional Features: Use Either Bud Solo.

RGB lighting

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

AOnePlus Buds 3

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Woofer	10.4	1
Dynamic	Tweeter	6	1

Source1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 202610.4 mm woofer plus 6 mm tweeter dual drivers per earbud. The overview page calls them dual dynamic drivers.

BSkullcandy Dime 3

Diameter (mm)
6

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row Driver Diameter: 6mm. Driver type, role and count per earbud are not stated.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Dynamic2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

2=CalculatedFrom Drivers per bud

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Diaphragm material

Woofer: dual outer layer of TPU material.2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Woofer outer layer is dual TPU. The tweeter material is not stated.

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

Min15 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 202615 Hz to 40 kHz acoustic frequency response. Test method is not stated.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz. No measurement conditions given.

Impedance

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16Ω1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row Impedance: 16 ohm +/- 15%.

SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

96kHz2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026LHDC 5.0 claim of 96 kHz and 24 bit at 1 Mbps. Needs a compatible source. Not supported on iOS.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

24bits2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

Yes2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

No6Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/skullcandy-dime-3Read 20 October 2026Review says the missing Skullcandy app takes away Personal Sound. The maker says the Dime 3 does not pair with the Skullcandy app.

Onboard EQ

Yes3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

63Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Sound Master EQ offers a customizable 6-band equalizer.

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EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

Balanced, Serenade, Bass3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Three presets: Balanced, Serenade and Bass, plus the BassWave setting.

Music, Bass Boost, Podcast1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Preset EQ Modes: Music, Bass Boost, Podcast. Switched on the earbuds, no app.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

OnePlus 3D Audio2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

No2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Footnote 6: 3D audio does not support head tracking.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review FAQ: the Dime 3 does not have active noise canceling.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

Hybrid2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The microphone graphic shows a feed-forward and a feed-back microphone in each earbud, plus a talk microphone. Both ANC microphone positions make this hybrid.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

42Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Two ANC microphones per earbud, four across the pair. The talk microphone is not counted.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

Yes2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Adaptive noise cancellation scans the ear canal shape. Smart Scene Noise Cancellation analyses ambient noise in the background.

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ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

32Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Three intensity levels: Mild, Moderate and Max. Tom's Guide also lists a Smart mode.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

49dB1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Up to 49 dB Smart Adaptive Noise Cancellation. Overview page adds a 4000 Hz cancellation range and TUV Rheinland certification.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Stay-Aware Mode.

Adjustable transparency

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Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

Yes2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026AI Clear Call with three built-in mics and an anti-wind noise design.

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Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SoundGuys reports a neutral response that closely follows its headphone preference curve. Frequencies from 5 to 9 kHz are over-amplified. The Bass Boost and Podcast presets change the balance. Default Music mode. Company-provided unit tested for one week. Firmware is not stated.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review text on the frequency response chart. No chart values are converted to numbers.

Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SoundGuys reports that the microphones suppress background noise in its office and street demos. High frequencies are weak, so the voice sounds muffled. The microphones struggle with wind noise. Company-provided unit. Firmware is not stated.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review text and the ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant demos.

Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

AOnePlus Buds 3

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	7

Source4Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/oneplus-buds-3-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer reports about seven hours with ANC on, no hi-res playback and default volume. It is an approximate figure from daily use. Firmware and codec are not stated.

BSkullcandy Dime 3

ANC	Hours (h)
No	6.8

Source5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 20266 hours 48 minutes on a single charge, stored as 6.8 hours. Codec, volume and host are not stated. Company-provided unit, one week of testing.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

7h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

6.8h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

61Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 20263 mics per side. The overview page names a feed-forward, a feed-back and a talk microphone, used for AI Clear Call.

25Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review says the microphones suppress background noise. The count of 2 comes from Cubed3, one microphone in each earbud.8Press articlecubed3.com/news/31529/1/tech-up-skullcandy-dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.htmlRead 20 October 2026Article says one integrated microphone in each earbud. Total of 2 across the pair. No case microphone is mentioned.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

61Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

25Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Same as microphone_count. No separate ANC microphones because there is no ANC.8Press articlecubed3.com/news/31529/1/tech-up-skullcandy-dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds.htmlRead 20 October 2026One microphone per earbud, 2 in total.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

AI2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026AI Clear Call algorithm keeps calls free of wind and background noise.

AI1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Clear Voice Smart Mic uses artificial intelligence software to isolate the speaker's voice.

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

5.31Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row Connection Type: Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth codecs

LHDC, AAC, SBC1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026LHDC, AAC and SBC. The overview page names LHDC 5.0.3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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Bluetooth profiles

HFP, A2DP, AVRCP1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026The page lists Dual Connection. The overview page says two devices can be connected simultaneously.2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Feature list: Multipoint Pairing.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

21Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

22Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026Multipoint Pairing connects two devices at once. A third paired device replaces the first.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 202610 m. Footnote: requires Bluetooth-compatible devices with a maximum transmission range of 10 meters. Interference may break the connection.

10m2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: 30+ feet (10+ meters). Stored as 10. Published as a minimum and depends on the environment.

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

Yes1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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Claimed latency

AOnePlus Buds 3

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	Select OnePlus phones with Pro Gaming mode on	94

Source1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Audio latency 94 ms. Overview footnote: as low as 94 ms with select OnePlus phones and Pro Gaming mode enabled.

BSkullcandy Dime 3

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Lowest claimed latency

94ms=CalculatedFrom Claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

Android, iOS2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026HeyMelody is available on Google Play and the iOS App Store. Other Bluetooth devices are supported. Hi-Res is not supported on iOS.

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Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

AOnePlus Buds 3

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

BSkullcandy Dime 3

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Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

AOnePlus Buds 3

Feature	Needs
Hi-Res audio with LHDC	Needs a source device with LHDC 4.0 or later. Set in Earbuds Function on OnePlus phones with Android 12 or later. Other Android 7.0 or later devices use HeyMelody. Not supported on iOS.
OnePlus Audio ID 2.0	OnePlus phones with Android 11 or later set it in Earbuds Function. Other Android 7.0 or later and iOS devices use HeyMelody.
OnePlus 3D Audio	Does not support head tracking. OnePlus phones with Android 11 or later set it in Earbuds Function. Other Android 7.0 or later and iOS devices use HeyMelody.
OnePlus Fast Pair	OnePlus 6 series and later phones running Android 11 or later.
94 ms low latency	Select OnePlus phone models with Pro Gaming mode enabled.

Source2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

BSkullcandy Dime 3

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

58mAh1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

AOnePlus Buds 3

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	AAC	No	10
ANC off	AAC	Yes	44
ANC on	AAC	No	6.5
ANC on	AAC	Yes	28
ANC off	LHDC	No	7
ANC off	LHDC	Yes	30
ANC on	LHDC	No	5.5
ANC on	LHDC	Yes	24
Call	Not available	No	4

Source1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026All rows at 50 percent volume. ANC on rows are listed as ANC on or Transparency mode. AAC: ANC off 10 h earbuds and 44 h with case, ANC on 6.5 h and 28 h. LHDC: ANC off 7 h and 30 h, ANC on 5.5 h and 24 h. Talk time with ANC on or transparency in HFP: up to 4 h, earbuds only.

BSkullcandy Dime 3

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	8
ANC off	Yes	20

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 202620 hours total: 8 hours in the earbuds and 12 hours in the case. The page and FAQ say up to 8+ and 12+ hours. No ANC. Codec, volume and test conditions are not stated. The 20 hours include the initial earbud charge.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

6.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

44h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

28h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

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60min2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: 1 hour of charging the earbuds in the case to reach 100%. SoundGuys also says one hour.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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Maker FAQ: 10 minutes of charging the case by USB-C also gives 2+ hours of playtime. The case charges with or without the earbuds inside. SoundGuys states 2.5 hours for an empty case, which differs from the maker's 1 hour.2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026

Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

10min1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

10min2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: 10 minutes of the earbuds charging in the case equals 2+ hours of playtime.

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

2h1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 202610 minutes of charging gives 2 hours of earbuds playback, with ANC off, 50 percent volume and AAC. The 7 hour figure includes the charging case and is not stored.2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

2h2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026Published as 2+ hours. Stored as 2. This is earbuds-only playback after 10 minutes in the case. ANC does not exist. Codec and volume are not stated.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

520mAh1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

USB-C2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026USB-C Rapid Charge cable.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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60min2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: 1 hour charging the case to 100% via the USB-C cable. SoundGuys states 2.5 hours for an empty case. The maker figure is stored.

Wireless charging

No3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The charging case does not support Qi wireless charging.4Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/oneplus-buds-3-reviewRead 10 October 2026The reviewer states there is no wireless charging.

No7Review9to5toys.com/2023/12/14/skullcandy-dime-3-review-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review says Qi charging for the case was dropped in favour of USB-C only.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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No2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026The case has a single LED next to the USB-C port that shows the case battery level. It has no screen.

Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch, Swipe1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 20262Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Button2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026The earbuds use a tact switch button on the Skullcandy logo.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Swipe1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 20262Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Slide a finger up or down on the stems to change volume.

Buttons2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026Press twice for volume up and three times for volume down on either earbud.

Gestures

Tap twice: next song, answer or hang up a call, Tap three times: previous song, Tap and hold 3 seconds: reject call, Press and hold: switch noise cancellation or transparency mode, Slide finger up or down: volume1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Specification list of touch control and touch volume control. A single tap does nothing by default, per Android Central.

Press once: play or pause, answer or end a call, Press twice: volume up, Press three times: volume down, Press four times: switch EQ mode, Press once, then hold 1 second: Stay-Aware Mode on or off, Hold 1 second: power on, reject an incoming call, activate the device's voice assistant, Press twice, then hold 1 second: power off, Hold 3 seconds: pairing mode2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026Controls list in the product help page. The guide says either earbud works for each action.

Remappable controls

Yes3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review says controls cannot be customized without a companion app.6Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/skullcandy-dime-3Read 20 October 2026Review says there is no way to assign and personalize the controls.

Voice assistant

Google Assistant, Siri3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Feature list: Activate Voice Assistant. The FAQ names Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa.2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa work by holding the button for 1 second to activate the device's local assistant.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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No6Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/skullcandy-dime-3Read 20 October 2026Review says the buds lack wear detection that pauses content when removed.7Review9to5toys.com/2023/12/14/skullcandy-dime-3-review-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review says ear detection is not included.

Sensors

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Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

S, M, L1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

S, M, L1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Ear Gels (S, M, L).

Ear tip materials

Silicone1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

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StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

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Ear tip fit test

Yes3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Earbud Fit Test is listed among the app features.

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Dust and water rating, buds

IP551Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026IP55 for the earbuds only.

IPX42Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: sweat and water resistant (IPX4). Retailers and reviewers say the rating covers the earbuds. The case has no rating.

Dust and water rating, case

IPX43Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Durability listed as IP55 for the earbuds and IPX4 for the charging case. The maker page states IP55 for the earbuds only.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

HeyMelody and OnePlus Wireless Earphones1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Support by Wireless Earphones and HeyMelody app. Overview page names HeyMelody and Earbuds Function.

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App platforms

Android, iOS2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-dime-3-review-104865Read 20 October 2026Review says there is no supported app, so no firmware updates.

Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

4.8g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Earbuds 4.8 g. Overview footnote: based on a sample mean of 4.84 g.

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Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

40.8g(1.4 oz)1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Charging case 40.8 g.

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Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

TÜV Rheinland certification for noise cancellation2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

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In the box

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In the box

OnePlus Buds 3 earbuds (one pair), OnePlus Buds 3 charging case, User guide, Silicone ear tips (S, M, L), Safety and Warranty card, USB Type-C charging cable1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Earbuds, charging case, user guide, 3 silicone ear tips (S, M, L), safety and warranty card, USB Type-C cable.

Dime 3 True Wireless Earbuds, Charging Case, Ear Gels (S, M, L), USB-C Charging Cable, User Guide1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026What's in the box list, verbatim.

Cables included

AOnePlus Buds 3

Type	Count
USB Type-C charging cable	1

Source1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

BSkullcandy Dime 3

Type	Count
USB-C charging cable	1

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026USB-C Charging Cable. Cable length is not stated.

Links

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Product page

www.oneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-32Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

www.skullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.oneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specs1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026

www.skullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbuds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/dime-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Manual

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www.skullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-32Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026Product Help page titled Dime 3 Setup, User Guide, & FAQ. The maker's PDF guide was not found.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/dime-3Read 20 October 2026FAQ: 1 Year Limited Warranty for a manufacturer's defect. This is the US store page. The Skullcandy EU store page states 2 years.

Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.