Realme Buds Air 5 Pro

Launched Aug 2023 · Earbuds (TWS)

67
OkayGifng score
Good for valueGood for bassGood for noise-cancellingGood for calls

Usual price₹2,994

Where to buy

Usual price ₹2,994 · launch price ₹4,999

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Score breakdown

Sound
62
Noise cancelling
66
Battery
87
Features
82
Calls
63
Comfort & fit
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Each part is measured the same way for every model (from specs and lab test measurements where they exist) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • Crisp sound with clear vocals and punchy bass
  • Smart ANC mode works well for the money
  • Clear outdoor calls, wind nearly removed
  • Stays in place when running or cycling
  • Two-device pairing and fast charging
  • Bass-rich default sound, balanced preset available
  • ANC handles train and flight chatter well

Cons

  • Mids only average
  • No volume control on the buds
  • Glossy case scuffs and smudges
  • About 4.5 h with LDAC in mixed use
  • Bass can bury vocals on rock
  • Announcements and screeches still get through ANC
  • Touch controls often miss
  • FoneArenaAug 2023

    Dual drivers, LDAC and ANC under Rs 5,000 make it a clear step up from the Buds Air 3.

  • 91mobilesAug 2023

    Strong features for the price with long battery and good ANC; touch controls and case let it down.

  • DigitAug 2023

    A great pick for bass fans with a full feature list, less so for those who want neutral sound.

  • SmartprixAug 2023

    Good value under Rs 5,000 for ANC, LDAC and battery, with a few rough edges.

  • Business TodaySep 2023

    An affordable all-round pair whose LDAC playback is a real plus; minor gripes only.

Full specs

Sound
Drivers11 mm 2× hybrid
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC
Hi-Res audioYes
Spatial audioYes
EqualiserCustom EQ in the app
Noise cancelling
ANCAdaptive, up to 50 dB (maker's figure)
Transparency / ambient modeYes
Battery
Earbuds alone10 h, 7 h with ANC
With the case40 h, 28 h with ANC
Measured in a test8.8 h (8 h 48 min, ANC on, 50% volume)
Fast charging10 min = 7 h
Wireless chargingNo
Calls
Microphones6
Call noise reduction3 mics per bud with beamforming and DNN call noise reduction
Connection
Bluetooth5.3
Multipoint (two devices at once)Yes
Quick pairingYes
Latency / game mode40 ms (maker's figure), game mode
AppYes
Build & fit
Water resistanceIPX5
Controlstouch
In-ear detectionYes
Other
ColoursAstral Black, Sunrise Beige

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