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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 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
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
HearWiki score
84
71
Sound
7.4
7.1
Noise cancelling
7.8
6.0
Battery
9.0
6.7
Calls
7.8
6.2
Value
9.8
6.9
Price (USD)
$22
$57

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 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • CMF Buds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Redmi Buds 4 Pro2022

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

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$57
HearWiki score
84
71
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
12.4 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
-
24 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
LDAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
9 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
6 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
36 h
Full charge time
10 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
5 min → 2 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
-
5 g
Case weight
-
39.5 g
Water resistance
-
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
3
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
-
noise-cancelling mic

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

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro offer a feature-packed true wireless experience at an affordable price, combining balanced sound, adaptive noise cancellation, and a reliable multipoint connection. With LDAC support, a hybrid dual-driver setup, and solid battery life, they stand out as a strong value pick in their class, though ANC performance is moderate and some features rely on the companion app.

  • Pro:Balanced, detailed sound with LDAC support
  • Pro:Feature-rich: multipoint, transparency, and adaptive ANC
  • Pro:Comfortable fit and good battery life
  • Con:ANC is not exceptionally strong
  • Con:Some features require the companion app
  • Con:No wireless charging support

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

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