Highlights
- The Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro launched with an industry-first dual-amplifier triple-driver system and Qualcomm’s aptX Lossless codec for high-resolution audio.
- It features 55dB ultra-wideband ANC, 3-mic AI noise reduction system, up to 40 hours of battery life and smart AI features.
- Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro comes at the starting price of 1,299 yuan (approx $178 or INR 15,549).
Xiaomi has unveiled the Buds 5 Pro series alongside its Xiaomi 15 Ultra flagship smartphone and SU7 Ultra EV. These earbuds introduce an industry-first dual-amplifier triple-driver system promising high-fidelity audio with minimal distortion.
Here’s a closer look at the key features and pricing.
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro – Features & Specs
The Buds 5 Pro come with a coaxial triple-driver setup including an 11mm dual-magnetic dynamic driver and a planar diaphragm unit. This combination covers a wide frequency range of 15Hz to 50kHz, ensuring crisp highs, detailed mids and deep bass.
For high-resolution audio, Xiaomi has included Qualcomm’s aptX Lossless codec capable of transmitting 48kHz/24-bit audio at speeds of up to 2.1Mbps. Additionally, the earbuds are Harman-tuned and offer an exclusive “Harman Master” sound profile for a refined listening experience.
The Wi-Fi edition takes things up a notch with next-generation Wi-Fi audio transmission, reaching speeds of 4.2Mbps, which is twice as fast as standard Bluetooth. When paired with compatible Xiaomi devices like the 15 Ultra, this allows for studio-quality lossless audio.
The Buds 5 Pro feature 55dB ultra-wideband adaptive noise cancellation covering a 5kHz range for effective background noise reduction. For calls, Xiaomi has integrated a 3-mic AI noise reduction system that suppresses up to 100dB of background noise, ensuring clear voice transmission. The earbuds also offer wind noise resistance up to 15m/s, making them perfect for outdoor use.
Xiaomi has included an independent spatial audio system with dynamic head-tracking, creating a 360-degree surround sound experience. The earbuds also support personalised spatial audio calibration, fine-tuning the sound based on the listener’s ear structure.
On the smart features side, the Buds 5 Pro introduce AI-powered real-time speech-to-text conversion with an impressive 98.7% accuracy. They also support face-to-face translation and simultaneous interpretation, making multilingual communication easier.
The Buds 5 Pro come with a USB-C charging case. The standard Bluetooth version packs a 53mAh battery per earbud and a 570mAh charging case, offering 8 hours of playback per charge and up to 40 hours with the case.
The Wi-Fi edition has a larger 64mAh battery per earbud, providing 10 hours of standalone playback while keeping the same 570mAh charging case and 40-hour total battery life.
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro – Pricing & Availability
The Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro are available in Snow Mountain White and Titanium Gold colour options, while the Wi-Fi edition comes in Phantom Black colour.
- Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro (Bluetooth version) – 1,299 yuan (approx $178 or INR 15,549)
- Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro (Wi-Fi edition) – 1,499 yuan (approx $206 or INR 17,995)
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro – Key Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Audio | Dual-amplifier, aptX Lossless |
| ANC | 55dB ultra-wideband ANC |
| Battery | Up to 40 hours total playback |
| AI Features | Speech-to-text, Translation |
| Price | From 1,299 yuan (~$178 / ₹15,549) |
FAQs
Q1. What is the audio system in the Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro?
Answer. The Buds 5 Pro feature an industry-first dual-amplifier triple-driver system, including an 11mm dual-magnetic dynamic driver and a planar diaphragm unit.
Q2. What codec is used for high-resolution audio in the Buds 5 Pro?
Answer. The Buds 5 Pro use Qualcomm’s aptX Lossless codec, capable of transmitting 48kHz/24-bit audio at speeds of up to 2.1Mbps.
Q3. How effective is the noise cancellation in the Buds 5 Pro?
Answer. The Buds 5 Pro offer 55dB ultra-wideband adaptive noise cancellation and a 3-mic AI noise reduction system that suppresses up to 100dB of background noise.
Q4. What is the battery life of the Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro?
Answer. The standard Bluetooth version offers up to 8 hours of playback per charge and up to 40 hours with the charging case, while the Wi-Fi edition provides 10 hours of standalone playback with the same 40-hour total battery life.
Q5. What smart AI features do the Buds 5 Pro include?
Answer. The Buds 5 Pro introduce AI-powered real-time speech-to-text conversion with 98.7% accuracy, face-to-face translation, and simultaneous interpretation.
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