Image © i.erli.plRedmi Buds 5 are true wireless earbuds with up to 46dB active noise cancellation, a 12.4mm dynamic driver with titanium diaphragm, and up to 40 hours total battery life with the charging case. They support dual-device connectivity and AI-based noise reduction for calls.
The Redmi Buds 5 offer a compelling budget-friendly package with strong hybrid noise cancellation, a punchy V-shaped sound profile, and practical features like dual-device pairing and an app-based equalizer. Their lightweight, compact design and IP54 rating make them a solid daily companion, though the glossy case tends to show smudges and the fit may not suit everyone. Overall, they deliver mainstream-friendly performance and good value for the price.
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| Driver | 12.4 mm dynamic |
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| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | harman |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Driver | 12.4 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 12.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | harman |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Battery life | 6.5 h |
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| Battery life (ANC on) | 4.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 40 h |
| Full charge time | 105 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No |
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| ANC type | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
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| Case weight | 31.4 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 |
| USB-C | Yes |
| Microphones | 4 |
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Reviewers agree the Redmi Buds 5 offer strong value for their price, with most praising the improved sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life, while also noting the lack of water resistance as a common drawback.
6:44The reviewer finds the Redmi Buds 5 to be well-built, lightweight, and affordable, with good call quality and strong bass/treble, but criticizes the weak noise cancellation and the recessed mids in the audio, making them a hard pass for balanced music listening. They suggest alternatives like the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 for better sound at a similar price.
10:37The reviewer finds the Redmi Buds 5 to be a strong budget option, praising the improved design, sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life. However, they note the lack of water resistance and a gaming mode as notable drawbacks, concluding the earbuds are great value for their price.
9:05The reviewer daily-drove the Redmi Buds 5 for about a month and found them to be excellent budget earbuds, praising the sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life. The main drawback is the lack of water resistance, which limits their use for workouts or in rain. Overall, the reviewer considers them a very good purchase at the price.
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