OnePlus Buds V with 12.4mm drivers with titanium coating, IP55 rating Released: price, specifications

The OnePlus Buds V was launched in China on Thursday, March 21, alongside the OnePlus Ace 3V. The true wireless headphones carry dual 12.4mm drivers and offer three customizable preset sound modes. The headphones also come with an AI-powered noise canceling feature that is said to help users experience clearer conversations. They are compatible with OnePlus phones running ColorOS 11 or OxygenOS 11 and above, along with other Android models running a user interface based on Android 7.0 or above. These headphones are currently available for pre-order and will go on sale later this year.

OnePlus Buds V price, availability

The OnePlus Buds V are priced in China at CNY 179 (roughly Rs. 2,100). The handset is currently available for pre-order through Oppo China e-shop. The headset is available in Interstellar Blue, Silver Sand White and Shadow Black shades. Customers who pre-ordered the audio wearable can get it at a discounted price of CNY 149 (roughly Rs. 1,700). They will go on sale in China on March 25.

OnePlus Buds V specs, features

The OnePlus Buds V feature 12.4mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers that are claimed to offer clear sound with more pronounced bass. These headphones support Dolby Panoramic Sound, which is said to offer a better experience when paired with a Dolby Atmos-enabled OnePlus smartphone.

The newly launched true wireless headphones come pre-installed with three customizable sound modes – Balanced, Deep Bass and Clear and Bright. Users can also customize the equalizer settings using the HeyMelody app. They feature dual microphones with an AI-powered noise cancellation feature that helps filter out background noise, offering improved voice input during a call.

In terms of battery life, the OnePlus Buds V are claimed to offer up to eight hours of playback time on a single charge and up to 38 hours with the charging case. The case has a USB Type-C port for charging. The company also says that with a one-hour charge, the headphones can offer up to five hours of playback time.

The OnePlus Buds V also supports Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity at a low latency of 94 ms. The earphones are said to be lightweight as each earbud weighs 4.3g. They also offer intuitive touch controls that users can use to control music playback, receive or end calls, and more.