For years, the Nord Buds series has focused on offering the essentials without making buyers feel like they’re settling. The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 continue that philosophy, but this time, OnePlus has packed in features that were once reserved for more expensive earbuds. You get up to 52dB active noise cancellation (ANC), spatial audio, Bluetooth 6.1, AI-powered features, and an impressive battery life, all at an affordable price.
I spent several days using the Astral Teal variant for music, calls, videos, gaming, and commuting. While they aren’t perfect, they easily outperform what you’d expect from earbuds in this price segment.
2Surprisingly rich sound for the price
OnePlus has equipped the Nord Buds 4 with 12mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers, and they deliver a lively sound signature that most users will immediately enjoy.
Bass is the highlight here. It has plenty of punch without becoming muddy, making Bollywood tracks, EDM, hip-hop, and action movie soundtracks particularly enjoyable. At the same time, vocals remain clear enough that podcasts and acoustic tracks don’t get drowned out by the low end. Spatial Audio also adds a greater sense of immersion when watching movies or playing supported games, giving audio a wider and more spacious presentation.
Audiophiles looking for an analytical sound signature may still want something more refined, but for everyday listening, the Nord Buds 4 strike a pleasing balance between energetic bass and clear mids.
