True Wireless
QCY T18
68Good
$40
Full review dataQCY T18 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 T18
Sound6.5
Battery6.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Realme Buds Air 7
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.0
Calls7.0
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | QCY T18 | Realme Buds Air 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $40 | $59 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 4 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Voice, AAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | - | 45 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 7 h | 13 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 7.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 52 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 10 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | none | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Siri, Bixby | Google Assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.65 g | 50 g |
| Case weight | 43 g | 40 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IP55 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | cVc ENC | 6-mic AI call noise reduction |
What reviewers said
QCY T18
The QCY T18 MeloBuds stand out as a budget-friendly true wireless option that brings seamless multipoint connectivity to the table, allowing easy switching between devices. While the sound quality and call performance are decent for the price, they don't quite reach the polish of more premium earbuds, making them a solid but not exceptional choice for cost-conscious buyers.
- Pro:Excellent multipoint connectivity for the price
- Pro:Compact and lightweight design
- Pro:Good battery life with the charging case
- Con:Call quality could be clearer
- Con:Sound tuning feels less refined
- Con:No wireless charging or transparency mode
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
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