True Wireless
QCY T13 ANC
68Good
$30
Full review dataQCY T13 ANC vs Realme Buds Air 7: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Realme Buds Air 7 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Realme Buds Air 7 - Great overall at around $59.
True Wireless
Realme Buds Air 7
78Great
$59
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY T13 ANC
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Realme Buds Air 7
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.0
Calls7.0
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | QCY T13 ANC | Realme Buds Air 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $30 | $59 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 7.2mm dynamic driver | dynamic |
| Driver size | 7.2 mm | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 45 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 13 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | 7.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 52 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes charging for 1 hours playtime | 10 min = 10 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | Google Assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 50 g |
| Case weight | - | 40 g |
| Water resistance | none | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 6-mic AI call noise reduction |
What reviewers said
QCY T13 ANC
The QCY T13 ANC delivers a budget-friendly true wireless experience with active noise cancellation that handles low-frequency rumble reasonably well, though it's not top-tier. It improves on its predecessor with better sound, broad app customization, and a sturdy 30-hour total battery life, making it a solid pick for cost-conscious buyers. While call quality and ANC strength aren't the best in class, the features and price make it a compelling option.
- Pro:Affordable price with ANC
- Pro:Good sound quality for the cost
- Pro:Long battery life with case
- Con:ANC is modest, not class-leading
- Con:Call quality could be crisper
- Con:No wireless charging
Realme Buds Air 7
The Realme Buds Air 7 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that combine hybrid active noise cancellation with a punchy 12.4mm dynamic driver. They offer strong battery longevity, multipoint pairing, and a clear, natural sound profile with a bass-forward tilt, making them a versatile pick for everyday use under $50. With IP55 durability and LDAC support, they pack impressive features for the price.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with the charging case
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Supports LDAC and multipoint connectivity
- Con:Bass may feel overpowering for some listeners
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Touch controls can be overly sensitive
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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