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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs Redmi Buds 3 Pro: 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 7 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • Redmi Buds 3 Pro
HearWiki score
84
71
Sound
7.4
6.5
Noise cancelling
7.8
5.8
Battery
9.0
5.7
Calls
7.8
6.6
Value
9.8
8.1
Price (USD)
$22
$42

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?

Half a step newer

Nothing CMF Buds Neo (2026) against Redmi Buds 3 Pro (2022). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Buds 3 Pro2022
What differsCMF Buds NeoBuds 3 Pro

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Level on: USB-C, Companion app.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoBuds 3 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$42
HearWiki score
84
71
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
9 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
9 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.2
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
6 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
3 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
28 h
Full charge time
10 min
60 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
10 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Google Assistant
Weight
-
4.9 g
Case weight
-
55 g
Water resistance
-
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
TWSEJ01ZM
Microphones
4
3
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

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

Redmi Buds 3 Pro

The Redmi Buds 3 Pro offer a well-rounded budget-friendly true wireless experience, pairing hybrid active noise cancellation with a balanced sound profile and a comfortable, IPX4-rated fit. They come with handy extras like transparency mode, multipoint connectivity, and touch controls, all wrapped in a compact design that delivers solid value for the price. While the noise cancellation is effective rather than exceptional, the overall feature set and performance make them a compelling pick for cost-conscious listeners.

  • Pro:Strong value for the price
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC and transparency mode
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.2 connection
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is only around 3 hours
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Sound tuning may not suit all tastes

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

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