True Wireless
Realme Buds Q2
72Good
$30
Full review dataRealme Buds Q2 vs SoundPEATS T3 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the SoundPEATS T3 Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: SoundPEATS T3 Pro - Great overall at around $39.
True Wireless
SoundPEATS T3 Pro
78Great
$39
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Realme Buds Q2
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery7.0
Value8.0
SoundPEATS T3 Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.0
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | Realme Buds Q2 | SoundPEATS T3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $30 | $39 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 10mm LCP diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 119 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | 88 ms | 80 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 5 h | 7 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 28 h | 28 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 3 h | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | feedforward | feedforward |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | voice assistant support not stated | supported |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.5 g | 4.15 g |
| Case weight | 45 g | 44.5 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | ENC | AI-enhanced call noise reduction / ENC |
What reviewers said
Realme Buds Q2
The Realme Buds Q2 are an ultra-affordable pair of true wireless earbuds that bring active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.2, and a companion app to the budget segment. They deliver a well-rounded feature set for the price, though sound quality and battery life with ANC on are decent rather than standout. Overall, they offer strong value for money but come with some expected compromises.
- Pro:Very affordable price for ANC
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
- Pro:Good app support with low-latency gaming mode
- Con:Battery life drops noticeably with ANC on
- Con:Sound quality is average for the price
- Con:No wireless charging or multipoint
SoundPEATS T3 Pro
The SoundPEATS T3 Pro delivers an impressive mix of features for its modest price, including hybrid active noise cancellation, a transparency mode, and multipoint connectivity. It offers a comfortable fit, clear call quality, and a balanced sound signature, making it a standout budget-friendly option. The earbuds also provide decent battery life and low-latency performance for everyday use.
- Pro:Strong active noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching
- Pro:Clear call performance in most situations
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Battery life is only average per charge
- Con:Limited codec support without aptX or LDAC
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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