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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs Realme Buds T300: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • Realme Buds T300
HearWiki score
84
68
Sound
7.4
6.1
Noise cancelling
7.8
5.4
Battery
9.0
7.2
Calls
7.8
5.8
Value
9.8
7.8
Price (USD)
$22
$20

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Nothing CMF Buds Neo is 3 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • CMF Buds Neo20263 yr newer
  • Buds T3002023

Level on: ANC type, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoBuds T300
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$20
HearWiki score
84
68
Released
2026
2023
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Latency
-
50 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
8 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
6 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
40 h
Full charge time
10 min
10 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
10 min → 7 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.1 g
Case weight
-
40.7 g
Water resistance
-
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
4
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

What reviewers said

Nothing CMF Buds Neo

The CMF Buds Neo deliver impressive value for around $22, combining a punchy, bass-forward sound with surprisingly effective adaptive ANC and marathon battery life of up to 52 hours with the case. They offer a comfortable, lightweight fit, app support with a custom EQ, and quick charging, though some premium conveniences like wear detection are absent. Overall, they stand out as a top budget TWS option for listeners who prioritize bass, battery, and noise cancellation over extra features.

  • Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound with good volume
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 52h with case)
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Finicky touch controls at times
  • Con:No physical pairing button on the buds

Realme Buds T300

The Realme Buds T300 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack adaptive active noise cancellation and a punchy 12.4mm dynamic driver. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and a total battery life of up to 40 hours with the case, they deliver solid value for everyday listening. Their IP55 rating and touch controls make them a practical choice for active users.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Long total battery life with case
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs
  • Con:Average frequency response range

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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