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OnePlus

OnePlus Buds Z (1st Gen)

Name: OnePlus Buds Z (1st Gen)
Brand: OnePlus
SKU: B08K9YT25X

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Noise Isolation / ANC

4.9/ 10

Noise Isolation / ANC — measured in the SoundGuys lab.

Key specs

Battery Life Earbuds

5 hBelow average

5 h

3 h16 h

below average for wireless earbuds — based on 243 of 271 we've cataloged.

Battery Life With Case

20 hBelow average

20 h

7 h60 h

below average for wireless earbuds — based on 245 of 271 we've cataloged.

IP Rating

IP55

IPX433%IP5516%IP5415%IPX512%

IP55 appears on 16% of the 244 wireless earbuds we've cataloged (of 271).

Noise Cancellation Type

Passive

Active61%Passive14%None9%Adaptive8%

Passive appears on 14% of the 172 wireless earbuds we've cataloged (of 271).

Battery

Battery Life Earbuds: 5 h
Battery Life With Case: 20 h
Full Charge Minutes: 10 min
Fast Charging: Yes

Build

IP Rating: IP55
Sweat Resistance: Yes
Water Resistance: Yes

Sound

Noise Cancellation Type: Passive
Driver Count: 1
Driver Size: 10 mm
Driver Type: Dynamic
Frequency Response: 20-20000 Hz
Frequency Response High Hz: 20000 Hz
Frequency Response Low Hz: 20 Hz
Frequency Response Signature: V-shaped

Connectivity

Bluetooth Version: 5
Bluetooth Codec: SBC, AAC
Bluetooth Range: 10 m
Connection Type: Bluetooth

Design

Earbud Form Factor: In-ear
Case Dimensions: 75×36×29 mm
Color Options: White
Ear Tip Material: Silicone
Ear Tip Sizes Included: S, M, L
Wearing Style: Deep insert
Weight Per Earbud: 4.4 g
Weight With Case: 40 g

Features

Companion App: Android only
Control Type: Touch controls
Auto Connect: Yes
Auto Pause: Yes
Mono Mode: Yes

Microphone

Noise Reduction Type: Passive
Type: Dual microphone

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating

6.9/ 10

Worth a look

Reviewed byLil KatzReviewed January 2022

Isolation4.9

Battery life5.0

Comfort & fit8.0

Connectivity5.0

Design7.0

Portability9.7

The verdict

The OnePlus Buds Z is a very good pair of earbuds for anyone on a budget and among the favorite true wireless earbuds under $50. While limited onboard controls can be addressed with firmware updates, the earbuds excel at what they do: fast charging is superb, the IP55 durability certification is impressive for the price, and overall value is exceptional for budget-conscious buyers.

✓What we like

✓Affordable price point at $49.99 USD

✓Good secure fit with proper ear tip selection

✓Fast charging capability delivers 180 minutes of playtime in 10 minutes

✓IP55 rating provides dust and water resistance suitable for workouts and outdoor use

✓Automatic ear detection with reliable pause/resume functionality

✓Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with consistent connection stability

✕What could be better

✕SBC and AAC codec support only, no aptX support

✕Limited app features with HeyMelody app still in development and not available on iOS

✕Stems can catch on face mask strings causing earbuds to fall out

✕No active noise cancellation