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OnePlus Buds 3 vs Sony WF-C700N

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BSony WF-C700N

General

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Series

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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.

YY29688Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Cover: model YY2968, WF-C700N.

GTIN / EAN

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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.

3 April 202311Press articleexpertreviews.co.uk/sony/1418291/sony-unveils-the-wf-c700n-and-midnight-blue-wh1000xm5Read 11 October 2026Expert Reviews, 3 April 2023: Sony unveils the WF-C700N. Trusted Reviews also dates its announcement news 3 April 2023 and Tom's Guide 4 April 2023.12Press articletrustedreviews.com/news/sony-announces-wf-c700-true-wireless-and-new-colour-for-wh-1000xm5-4314406Read 11 October 2026Trusted Reviews, 3 April 2023: Sony announced the WF-C700N.15Press articlegiga.de/news/sony-sagt-klobigen-in-ear-kopfhoerern-den-kampf-anRead 11 October 2026GIGA article dated 3 April 2023 reports the announcement.

Status

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

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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.

Sony WF-C710N14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-wf-c700nRead 11 October 2026Editor's note: the Sony WF-C710N are the successors of the WF-C700N.

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.

$119.999Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-c700n-101531Read 10 October 2026Review spec table lists original price $119.99 and its product box shows MSRP $129.99. The $119.99 launch price is stored.

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.

€129.9915Press articlegiga.de/news/sony-sagt-klobigen-in-ear-kopfhoerern-den-kampf-anRead 11 October 2026GIGA, 3 April 2023: 129,99 EUR (UVP) in Germany, incl. VAT. Trusted Reviews quotes about 120 EUR next to 100 GBP, which reads as a rounded conversion. The German sources cite the maker price.16Press articlebasic-tutorials.de/news/sony-wf-c700n-guenstige-true-wireless-earbuds-vorgestellt-wh-100xm5-in-neuer-farbenRead 11 October 2026Basic Tutorials, 4 April 2023: the maker's recommended retail price is 129,99 EUR, available from April 2023.

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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JP, US, DE2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700NRead 10 October 2026Japan open-price listing. Documented subset. The page says the item is currently not handled in the Sony Store.9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-c700n-101531Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys is a US outlet and quotes US prices in dollars. Documented subset together with the Japan open-price listing.15Press articlegiga.de/news/sony-sagt-klobigen-in-ear-kopfhoerern-den-kampf-anRead 11 October 2026German launch price in euros. Documented subset.

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

Black, White, Lavender, Sage Green2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700NRead 10 October 2026Lavender, Sage Green, White and Black, translated from the Japanese page.

Segment

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

Music1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Sony Japan lists the model under headphones as a wireless noise canceling stereo headset for music. The page shows no sport, gaming, office or sleep positioning.

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-ear10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Comfort and Stability text: deep in-ear fit.

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.

Stemless10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Style text: round buds with a minimalist profile.

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

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Either bud7Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_5.htmlRead 11 October 2026Either the left or the right earbud can be used alone while the other stays in the case.

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.

BSony WF-C700N

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	5	1

Source1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Japanese spec table, Headphone section: driver unit 5 mm, closed type. The page names no driver technology. Tom's Guide launch news says Sony describes a 5 mm dynamic driver, which sets the type. One driver unit per earbud is read from the single value.

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

Dynamic13Press articletomsguide.com/news/sony-WF-C700NRead 11 October 2026Launch news: Sony says the earbuds are fitted with a 5 mm dynamic driver.

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

10.4mm=CalculatedFrom Drivers per bud

5mm=CalculatedFrom Drivers per bud

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.

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Impedance

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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

Yes4Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_2.htmlRead 11 October 2026360 Reality Audio personalisation analyses the ear shape in the Sound Connect app.

Onboard EQ

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

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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.

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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

360 Reality Audio4Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_2.htmlRead 11 October 2026360 Reality Audio certified model. Needs a compatible streaming service.

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.

No10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Virtual Soundstage text: 360 Reality Audio without head tracking.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

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

Yes3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_1.htmlRead 11 October 2026

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.

Feedforward12Press articletrustedreviews.com/news/sony-announces-wf-c700-true-wireless-and-new-colour-for-wh-1000xm5-4314406Read 11 October 2026Launch news: Ambient Sound Mode and noise canceling work with the aid of feedforward microphones. The Sony help guide lists a single left and right microphone pair for calls and noise.17Retailer pagecenter.lv/en/sony/Audio/Headphones/4072-WF-C700N-G-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-HeadphonesRead 11 October 2026Sony EU marketing text on the retailer page: Ambient Sound mode captures sound through the feedforward mics.

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.

28Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The same left and right microphones serve calls and noise canceling, so they count once.

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

Yes3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_1.htmlRead 11 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_1.htmlRead 11 October 2026Ambient Sound Mode level can be adjusted in 20 steps.

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.

Yes3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_1.htmlRead 11 October 2026A mesh around the internal microphone reduces wind noise during noise canceling and ambient sound. A fixed physical design, not selectable processing.

Measured

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

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RTINGS describes a warm sound profile. Bass has plenty of thump, the treble is underemphasised so sibilants sound dull and veiled. SoundGuys measures bass under 100 Hz more than 6 dB below its preference curve and treble above 5 kHz underemphasised.9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-c700n-101531Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys frequency response against its preference curve: bass under 100 Hz more than 6 dB quieter, treble above 5 kHz underemphasised.10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Sound Profile text for the Sony WF-C700N. Numeric bass and treble amounts are locked, so none are stored.

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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RTINGS: voice is clean and understandable but somewhat thin. Noise handling is unremarkable and sudden loud noise drowns out most of the voice.10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Recording Quality and Noise Handling text. Numeric results are locked.

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.

BSony WF-C700N

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	7.22

Source9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-c700n-101531Read 10 October 20267 hours 13 minutes with ANC on in the SoundGuys standardized battery test, firmware 2.0.0. The method plays continuous music at 75 dB(SPL).

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)

7.22h=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.

28Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Parts list: Microphones (left, right), one per earbud. They pick up the voice during calls and noise for the noise canceling function.

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

28Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Parts list shows one microphone item per earbud, shared by calls and noise canceling. No other microphone is listed.

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.

DSP7Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_5.htmlRead 11 October 2026Call performance page: noise suppression picks up sound while suppressing ambient noise, plus a mesh in front of the microphone against wind noise. No AI claim.

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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Yes8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Call notes: your voice is heard from the headset through the headset microphone (Sidetone function).

Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

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

Bluetooth8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Bluetooth

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

5.21Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth standard Ver. 5.2, Power Class 1.

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

SBC, AAC1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026

Bluetooth profiles

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

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026

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

Yes6Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_4.htmlRead 10 October 2026

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

28Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Multipoint connection chapter: connects the headset to 2 devices simultaneously, switched on in the app.

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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86Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_4.htmlRead 10 October 2026Multi-pairing with up to 8 devices.

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

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair6Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_4.htmlRead 10 October 2026Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair for Windows 10 and 11.

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.

10m1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Maximum communication range 10 m, line of sight.

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.

BSony WF-C700N

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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.

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Pairing chapters for Android, iPhone, Windows 10, Windows 11 and Mac.

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

BSony WF-C700N

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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

BSony WF-C700N

Feature	Needs
Multipoint connection	Turn on Connect to 2 devices simultaneously in the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Multipoint came with a firmware update after launch.
360 Reality Audio	Needs a compatible streaming service. Personalisation analyses the ear shape in the Sound Connect app.
Adaptive Sound Control	Set in the Sony app. It uses the paired smartphone motion sensor and GPS to switch noise canceling, Ambient Sound Mode and equalizer settings by activity and place.

Source3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_1.htmlRead 11 October 2026Adaptive Sound Control section: the paired smartphone accelerometer detects stopped, walking, running and in-vehicle states and the phone GPS recognises frequent places. The headphones then switch to the noise canceling, Ambient Sound Mode and equalizer settings the user registered for each case.4Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_2.htmlRead 11 October 2026360 Reality Audio certified model. Needs a compatible streaming service. Personalisation in the Sound Connect app.8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Multipoint chapter and the app function list. Multipoint is switched on in the app.

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.

BSony WF-C700N

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	AAC	No	7.5
Transparency	AAC	No	7.5
ANC off	AAC	No	10
ANC on	SBC	No	7
Transparency	SBC	No	7
ANC off	SBC	No	9
ANC on	AAC	Yes	15
ANC off	AAC	Yes	20
Call	Not available	No	5

Source1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Continuous music playback up to 7.5 h with NC on and up to 10 h with NC off. Continuous talk time up to 5 h with NC on or off. Codec rows come from the Help Guide table.8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Available operating time table: AAC NC ON 7.5 h, Ambient Sound Mode 7.5 h, OFF 10 h. SBC NC ON 7 h, Ambient 7 h, OFF 9 h. Communication time max 5 h in every mode. With-case totals come from the maker feature page.

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

10h=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

7.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

10h=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

15h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

4h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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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90min8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 1.5 hours (headset). Exact conversion to 90 minutes.

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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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

10min6Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_4.htmlRead 10 October 202610 minutes of charging gives 1 hour of playback.

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

1h6Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_4.htmlRead 10 October 2026Footnote: AAC, noise canceling ON, DSEE and equalizer OFF, other features at default settings. Earbuds-only playback.

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-C8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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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180min8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 3 hours (charging case). Exact conversion to 180 minutes.

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.

No10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Base/Dock text: the case does not support wireless charging.

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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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

Button8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Buttons on both earbuds, with press counts and press and hold.

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.

Buttons8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Press 4 or more times: left decreases, right increases the volume.

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, Press twice, Press 3 times, Press 4 or more times, Press and hold8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Remappable controls

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

Yes8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Voice assistant

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

Google app, Siri8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Press and hold on the right earbud for the Google app on Android or Siri on iPhone.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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No14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-wf-c700nRead 11 October 2026Review: there is no auto-pause or play when you take the buds out or put them in.17Retailer pagecenter.lv/en/sony/Audio/Headphones/4072-WF-C700N-G-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-HeadphonesRead 11 October 2026Retailer spec table, Sony EU text: automatic pause and play No.

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

SS, M, LL8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Package contents: hybrid silicone rubber earbud tips, SS, M and LL, 2 each. M tips come attached.

Ear tip materials

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

Silicone8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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

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None10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wf-c700n-truly-wireless-vs-sony-wf-c500-truly-wireless/39641/28723Read 10 October 2026Public RTINGS Stability text: they lack stabilizers.

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.

IPX48Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Water resistance equivalent to IPX4 in IEC 60529 for the headset only. The charging case is not water resistant.

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.

Sony | Sound Connect8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The 2023 guide names the app Sony | Headphones Connect. The maker's Japanese pages say it was renamed Sound Connect.

App platforms

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

Android, iOS8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The guide says Android smartphones and iPhone/iPod touch both support the app.

User firmware updates

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

Yes8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026App function list: update the headset software.

Finding network

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Last location in the app17Retailer pagecenter.lv/en/sony/Audio/Headphones/4072-WF-C700N-G-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-HeadphonesRead 11 October 2026Sony EU marketing text on the retailer page: Fast Pair lets you check where you last placed the headphones. Sony Japan describes a ring function on the Fast Pair device. Stored as last-location finding through the phone, as for the LinkBuds S. No crowd network is claimed.

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.

4.6g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Approx. 4.6 g x 2 including ear tips (M).8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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.

31g(1.1 oz)5Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_3.htmlRead 10 October 2026Charging case approx. 31 g.8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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

360 Reality Audio certified4Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/feature_2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Page heading: 360 Reality Audio certified model.

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.

Wireless noise canceling stereo headset (earbuds), Hybrid silicone rubber earbud tips (SS, M, LL, 2 each), Charging case, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C), approx. 20 cm2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700NRead 10 October 2026Included items: hybrid ear tips (SS, M, LL, 2 each), charging case, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C, approx. 20 cm), warranty card.8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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

BSony WF-C700N

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C	0.2	1

Source8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C), approx. 20 cm.

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.sony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700NRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

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

www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.html1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-C700N/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026

Manual

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helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdf8Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2968/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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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