OnePlus Nord Buds 2R

Highlights of OnePlus Nord Buds 2R

The capsule-shaped case is almost identical to the Nord Buds 2 case in size and appearance, with rounded corners and the same matte finish. However, this surface is very slippery. The quality of the earbuds is good, and they are comfortable even when listening for long periods. The charging case weighs 38.1g, and each earbud weighs 4. 3g, making the package very lightweight.

The earbuds are rated IP55, an improvement over the previous generation Nord Buds CE. The sales package includes two additional sets of silicone earphones and a short charging cable for the USB Type-C port. Both earbuds have touch controls, allowing you to adjust all control settings using your smartphone. OnePlus will enable you to set the equaliser to its three presets (Balanced, Bass, Bold), plus several custom EQ profiles. A game mode is designed to reduce audio lag while gaming by prioritising a stable, high-speed connection over sound quality.

Each earbud of the OnePlus Nord Buds 2R is equipped with a 12.4mm dynamic driver with 111dB sensitivity and a frequency response range of 20Hz to 20,000Hz, ensuring the best sound quality. Lasts eight hours of continuous music playback without a case. The case allows up to four additional charges, extending total listening time to nearly two days for music-only use and almost 1.5 days for mixed-use. This is similar to the 38-hour battery backup that OnePlus claims, which is pretty impressive for a no-frills, affordable pair of truly wireless earbuds.

Pros and Cons of OnePlus Nord Buds 2R

Pros

• Water-resistant (IP55) for durability during workouts and outdoor activities.
• Three presets (Balanced, Bass, Bold), plus several custom EQ profiles.
• 12.4mm dynamic driver with 111dB sensitivity
• 38 hours of battery life

Cons

• Charging case is very slippery
• No fast charging