Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5A

Redmi Buds 5 Review: Solid Affordable ANC Earbuds

Price: Rs. 2999
Launch: India (recent), China (last year)
Highlights: Lightweight, 46dB Hybrid ANC, 38-hour battery with case

Box Contents

• Earbuds (Fusion Purple)
• Ear tips (S, L, M pre-installed)
• User manual

Design & Build

• Matte finish, round charging case
• USB Type-C, LED indicator
• IP54 rating
• Touch controls on earbuds

Connectivity & Controls

• Bluetooth 5.3, Google Fast Pair
• Dual-device pairing
• Customizable touch controls via app

Audio & Noise Cancellation

• 12.4mm dynamic drivers, titanium-plated polymer
• High bass, no custom EQ
• 3 ANC modes, Transparency mode
• Effective call noise cancellation

Battery Life

• Earbuds: 10h without ANC, 8h with ANC
• Case: 38h without ANC, 30h with ANC
• Fast charge: 4h playback in 10 mins

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Good audio quality
• Compact, lightweight
• Effective ANC and transparency
• Dual-device pairing
• Fast charging

Cons:

• No custom EQ
• No low-latency gaming mode

Redmi Buds 5A Review

Price: Rs 1,499
Features:

• Design: Sleek, oval-shaped case, matte finish, IPX4 water resistance
• Fit: Lightweight, snug fit with extra silicone tips
• Controls: Touch controls for play/pause, calls, ANC modes, and low latency mode
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Google Fast Pair

Sound Quality:

• 12mm dynamic drivers, bass-focused, decent audio
• Supports only SBC codec
• Loud but distorts over 70% volume
• Xiaomi Earbuds app with transparency, ANC, and ANC Off modes

ANC: Basic functionality, minimal difference

Call Quality: Clear in quiet areas, struggles in noisy environments

Battery:

• 5 hours (ANC off), 3.5 hours (ANC on) per charge
• 440mAh case recharges buds 3 times

Verdict:

• Good for budget-conscious users
• Solid battery, satisfactory sound, useful features
• Better alternatives: OPPO Enco Buds 2, Realme Buds T300

Rating: 7.5 / 10
Pros: Comfortable, good battery, satisfactory audio
Cons: SBC codec only, call quality needs improvement