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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $59.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $64.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦84,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦90,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | realme | Xiaomi |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | May 10, 2023 (China); global rollout August 23, 2023 | December 11, 2022 |
| Model Name | Buds Air 5 Pro | Xiaomi Buds 4 |
| Price | Approx. $59.99 USD (₹4,999 in India at launch) | ~€59 global (~$64 USD); China CNY 349 (~$50) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm dynamic woofer + 6mm tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | Dual dynamic drivers (realBoost woofer + tweeter) | Graphene dual-magnetic dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 40kHz | — |
| Sound Features | LDAC Hi-Res Audio, 360° Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos support | 360-degree spatial audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, up to 50dB adaptive ANC | Yes |
| App Support | realme Link app | Xiaomi Earbuds app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, via realme Link app (Bass Boost+, custom EQ presets) | — |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, approx. 88ms in Gaming Mode | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Transparency / Normal (ANC off) | ANC / Transparency / Off |
| Touch Controls | Yes, tap and swipe gesture controls on stem | Yes, customizable via app |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, dedicated Transparency mode | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Google Assistant, Siri | Google Assistant / Siri (via phone) |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | BLE, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device connection supported | Yes, dual-device |
| Range | Up to 10m (open space) | 10m (open space) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 |
| Wired Mode | Not supported (Bluetooth only) | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Ivory White, Purple Comet, Astral Black | White, Black, Green |
| 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 | Semi-in-ear (open-fit stem) |
| Ingress Protection | IPX5 (sweat and splash resistant) | IP54 |
| Materials | Matte-finish plastic housing | Plastic housing |
| Weight | Earbud approx. 4.6g each; Case approx. 40.7g | — |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case | 30 mAh per earbud; 480 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10-minute charge gives several hours of playback | — |
| Total Playtime | Up to 40 hours total (ANC off); up to ~25 hours total with ANC on | 6 hrs; up to 30-36 hrs with case |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 6 mics total (3 per earbud) | 3 per earbud |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | AI-based ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) for calls | AI call noise cancellation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture activation | — |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB-C cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes of silicone ear tips (S/M/L, M pre-installed) | Semi-in-ear, open-fit |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Quick start guide | Charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds + charging case | 2x earbuds |
| User Manual | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty Card | Yes | — |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, BLE |
| Supported Devices | Smartphones, tablets, laptops with Bluetooth 5.0+ | Bluetooth 5.3+ smartphones/tablets |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Buds Air 5 Pro | Buds 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | First realme TWS with dual drivers plus LDAC Hi-Res audio and up to 50dB ANC at a mid-range price. | Affordable sibling to the Buds 4 Pro — ANC, IP54, and Hi-Res LHDC 5.0 in an open-fit design at a budget global price. |