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Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 76. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 - Great overall at around $43.

Score breakdown

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

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 leads on 5 of 7 measures.

  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6
HearWiki score
69
76
Sound
6.5
7.5
Noise cancelling
5.5
7.0
Battery
6.0
8.0
Calls
7.0
6.5
Value
7.5
8.5
Price (USD)
$30
$43

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?

Half a step newer

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 (2024) against Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 (2022). The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.2. It also adds Multipoint pairing.

  • Redmi Buds 42022
  • Redmi Buds 620242 yr newer
What differsRedmi Buds 4Redmi Buds 6

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
5.4

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes

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

Specifications

Redmi Buds 4Redmi Buds 6
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$30
$43
HearWiki score
69
76
Released
2022
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
10 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Bluetooth
5.2
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
6 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
4 h
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
30 h
42 h
Full charge time
90 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 1 h
10 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
touch
Case weight
50.5 g
43.2 g
Water resistance
IP54
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
-
4

What reviewers said

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 are an affordable pair of true wireless earbuds that deliver solid audio performance and effective noise cancellation for the price. They offer a comfortable fit, reliable call quality, and a total battery life of around 30 hours with the charging case. While they lack some premium conveniences like wireless charging or multi-device pairing, they remain a strong budget-friendly choice for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Effective active noise cancellation for the price
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit for extended wear
  • Pro:Clear call quality and strong transparency mode
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Lacks multi-device Bluetooth pairing
  • Con:Battery life per charge is modest at 6 hours

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6

The Redmi Buds 6 are a budget-friendly pair of true wireless earbuds that pack in a lot of features for the price, including adaptive noise cancellation, dual-device connectivity, and a long-lasting battery. They deliver solid sound quality with a dual-driver setup and offer a comfortable, feature-rich experience that makes them a strong value pick for everyday use. While not perfect, they strike a good balance between performance and affordability, making them a dependable option in the sub-$50 segment.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Solid ANC and transparency modes
  • Pro:Long battery life with the charging case
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Build feels a bit plasticky
  • Con:Sound lacks some bass punch at higher volumes

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

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