The budget earbuds market has become brutally competitive. A few years ago, spending under ₹3,500 ($37) meant settling for average sound, weak noise cancellation, and mediocre battery life. That’s no longer the case. Today, brands are packing flagship-inspired features into surprisingly affordable earbuds.
The newest contenders are the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 and the Realme Buds T500 Pro. Both promise active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 6.1, long battery life, AI-powered features, gaming modes, and Hi-Res audio, all without crossing the ₹3,500 ($37) mark.
On paper, they look remarkably similar. In reality, they excel in different areas.
Here’s how they compare.
/1. Design and Comfort
At first glance, both earbuds look modern, but they take very different approaches. The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 keep things understated with a clean, minimal design available in Stellar Black and Astral Teal. They’re lightweight, easy to wear for long listening sessions, and the charging case feels slim enough to disappear into a pocket.
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