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Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 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 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro - Great 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 4 of 7 measures.

  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro
HearWiki score
75
82
Sound
8.0
8.0
Noise cancelling
7.6
8.0
Battery
7.0
5.5
Calls
5.9
7.6
Value
8.1
9.3
Price (USD)
$61
$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 5 Pro (2023). The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3 and LE Audio (LC3).

  • Redmi Buds 5 Pro2023
  • Redmi Buds 8 Pro20263 yr newer
What differsRedmi Buds 5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes

Everyday features

Wear detection
Yes
No
Water resistance
Not rated
IP54

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

Specifications

Redmi Buds 5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$61
$75
HearWiki score
75
82
Released
2023
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
2-driver hybrid
3× 11 mm driver
Driver type
hybrid
hybrid
Driver size
11 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
2
3
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
-
95 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
49 ms
45 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
10 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6 h
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
38 h
35 h
Full charge time
60 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 2 h
5 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
-
touch
Weight
10.2 g
10.6 g
Case weight
32.6 g
36.3 g
Water resistance
none
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
3

What reviewers said

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro

These wireless earbuds pack hybrid dual drivers with active noise cancellation and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They offer a solid 10-hour playtime per charge, extendable to 38 hours with the case, plus quick charging and multipoint connectivity. With an IP54 rating and lightweight build, they're a versatile budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Strong ANC for the price
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality audio
  • Pro:Long total battery life with case
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Case is relatively heavy for its size
  • Con:Limited water resistance for sports use

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in adaptive noise cancellation, a triple-driver setup, and support for high-quality LDAC and AAC codecs. They deliver punchy, bass-forward sound with clear call quality, plus useful extras like multipoint connectivity and quick charging, making them a solid pick for everyday listening and commutes. The main compromise is shorter battery life per charge compared to some rivals, but the overall feature set is impressive for the price.

  • Pro:Strong adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Rich, bass-heavy sound with detailed highs
  • Pro:Clear call quality with triple mic setup
  • Con:Battery life per charge is modest at 8.5 hours
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Touch controls may be overly sensitive for some

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

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