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Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $75.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro leads on 5 of 7 measures.

  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro
HearWiki score
71
80
Sound
7.1
8.0
Noise cancelling
6.0
8.0
Battery
6.7
5.5
Calls
6.2
7.6
Value
6.9
9.3
Price (USD)
$57
$75

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?

New platform

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro (2026) against Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro (2022). The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3 and LE Audio (LC3). The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Wear detection and Custom EQ.

  • Redmi Buds 4 Pro2022
  • Redmi Buds 8 Pro20264 yr newer
What differsRedmi Buds 4 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes

Everyday features

Wear detection
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No

Level on: Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

Redmi Buds 4 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$57
$75
HearWiki score
71
80
Released
2022
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
2-driver hybrid
3× 11 mm driver
Driver type
hybrid
hybrid
Driver size
10 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
2
3
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sound signature
neutral
-
Impedance
24 Ω
-
Sensitivity
-
95 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
Codecs
LDAC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
45 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
9 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6 h
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
36 h
35 h
Quick charge
5 min → 2 h
5 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
5 g
10.6 g
Case weight
39.5 g
36.3 g
Water resistance
IP54
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
3
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
noise-cancelling mic
-

What reviewers said

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

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro deliver a compelling budget-friendly package with adaptive noise cancellation, a bass-forward sound signature, and clear call quality. Despite a shorter battery life when ANC is active, they offer strong everyday performance for commuters and remote workers, backed by Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint, and a comfortable fit.

  • Pro:Powerful adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Deep, immersive bass response
  • Pro:Clear call quality with triple mics
  • Con:Battery life drops noticeably with ANC on
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:No custom EQ in the app

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

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