Verdict
At Rs 1,699, the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 is a solid option for anyone who values comfort, call clarity, and battery life over premium audio quality. It’s not for audiophiles, but for students, professionals, or gym-goers who need a reliable neckband for everyday use, it gets the job done, and then some.
The Good
- Excellent call quality with ENC
- Long-lasting battery with fast charging
- Comfortable, durable, and stylish design
The Bad
- Average sound quality
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Design
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Sound Quality
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Functionality
In a market flooded with budget true wireless earbuds, neckband-style earphones still hold their ground, and for good reason.
There’s a distinct audience that swears by them: people who value ruggedness, long battery life, and no-nonsense functionality over trend-driven designs.
Whether it’s for outdoor use, long calls, or hassle-free wear during workouts, neckbands offer a level of practicality that cheap TWS simply can’t match.
The newly launched OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 is clearly built with this audience in mind, offering durability, strong battery life, and excellent call clarity at a wallet-friendly price point.
Let’s take a look at how they fare in daily usage.
Design
The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 keeps it simple but smart. It looks nearly identical to its predecessor, the Z2, but that’s not a bad thing.
The ergonomic silicone neckband is comfortable enough for all-day wear, whether you’re commuting, working out, or just chilling.
The magnetic earbuds offer a slick on/off function, and the Mambo Midnight and Samba Sunset colour options look trendy.
The buttons are tactile, easy to locate, and water-resistant (IP55), making them outdoor-ready.
They’re lightweight, tangle-free, and convenient to carry.
Sound Quality
With 12.4mm drivers, the Z3 delivers decent clarity and clean treble.
Vocals sound clear for casual listeners, but bass lovers and audiophiles may be underwhelmed.
Tracks with layered production show the neckband’s limitations in dynamic range and low-end precision.
There’s no ANC, only ENC for calls, which works well in quieting background noise on calls but won’t help much in noisy environments.
The OnePlus 3D Audio and EQ presets via the HeyMelody app are nice to have, but feel gimmicky overall.
Functionality
Where the Z3 really shines is in its call quality and battery performance.
The mic clarity and ENC during calls are excellent, making it ideal for work-from-home or frequent callers.
With 36 hours of playback and up to 21 hours of call time on a single charge, it’s a battery beast.
Fast charging is another highlight.
Just 10 minutes gives you 27 hours of playback.
Plus, the app support adds flexibility in tweaking playback controls and audio profiles, and Google Fast Pair makes setup effortless.
Just wish there were a custom equaliser.