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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $59.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $59.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦84,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦84,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | realme | Skullcandy |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Launch Date | May 10, 2023 (China); global rollout August 23, 2023 | May 17, 2022 |
| Model Name | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
| Price | Approx. $59.99 USD (₹4,999 in India at launch) | $59.99 USD |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS5 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm dynamic woofer + 6mm tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | Dual dynamic drivers (realBoost woofer + tweeter) | — |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 40kHz | — |
| Sound Features | LDAC Hi-Res Audio, 360° Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos support | — |
| Sound Signature | — | Skullcandy signature tuning with app-adjustable EQ |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE11 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, up to 50dB adaptive ANC | No |
| App Support | realme Link app | Yes, Skullcandy app |
| Auto On/Connect | — | Automatically reconnects to last-used device |
| Clear Voice Smart Mic | — | AI-based background noise reduction for calls |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, via realme Link app (Bass Boost+, custom EQ presets) | Yes, custom EQ plus presets |
| Find My Earbuds | — | Tile app integration |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, approx. 88ms in Gaming Mode | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Transparency / Normal (ANC off) | Music, Movie, Podcast |
| Touch Controls | Yes, tap and swipe gesture controls on stem | Yes, customizable via Skullcandy App |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, dedicated Transparency mode | Yes, adjustable Stay-Aware Mode |
| Voice Assistant Support | Google Assistant, Siri | Yes |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION7 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device connection supported | Yes, up to 2 devices |
| Range | Up to 10m (open space) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | — |
| Tile Finding | — | Yes |
| Wired Mode | Not supported (Bluetooth only) | No |
BUILD AND DESIGN7 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Ivory White, Purple Comet, Astral Black | True Black (more colors later) |
| Dimensions | Earbud approx. 29.6 x 22.6 x 24.3 mm; Case approx. 66 x 47.9 x 26.9 mm | — |
| Form Factor | In-ear stem-style TWS earbuds with compact charging case | In-ear true wireless earbuds designed for work-from-anywhere use |
| Ingress Protection | IPX5 (sweat and splash resistant) | IP55 |
| Materials | Matte-finish plastic housing | Plastic with rubberized faceplate |
| Single-Bud Use | — | Yes |
| Weight | Earbud approx. 4.6g each; Case approx. 40.7g | 54.8 g (earbuds and case) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10-minute charge gives several hours of playback | Yes, 10 min = 2 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 40 hours total (ANC off); up to ~25 hours total with ANC on | Up to 7 hours; 34 hours with case |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | — |
| Mic Count | 6 mics total (3 per earbud) | — |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | AI-based ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) for calls | Noise Reduction on Calls: Yes, AI-based; Call Quality Features: Clear Voice Smart Mic with AI noise reduction |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture activation | — |
BOX CONTENTS7 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes of silicone ear tips (S/M/L, M pre-installed) | 3 sizes (S, M, L) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Quick start guide | Built-in Tile tracking |
| Included Items | — | Mod earbuds, charging case, USB-C charging cable, extra sized ear gels/tips, quick start guide |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds + charging case | — |
| User Manual | Yes | — |
| Warranty Card | Yes | — |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS | Android: Compatible with Android devices; iOS: Compatible with iPhone and iOS devices |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Smartphones, tablets, laptops with Bluetooth 5.0+ | Compatible with any Bluetooth-enabled device, multipoint across platforms |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Mod |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | First realme TWS with dual drivers plus LDAC Hi-Res audio and up to 50dB ANC at a mid-range price. | Positioned as a work-from-anywhere earbud with multipoint pairing across platforms and AI-driven Clear Voice Smart Mic for clearer calls. |