Redmi Buds 8 have officially launched in China, bringing a mix of premium audio features and long battery life to the company’s latest true wireless stereo (TWS) lineup. The earbuds support active noise cancellation (ANC) of up to 50dB, feature 11mm dynamic drivers, and use Bluetooth 5.4 for connectivity. They also support the LHDC audio codec and carry Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification. Additional highlights include multi-device pairing and AI-powered call noise reduction. The launch comes alongside several upcoming Redmi products, including the Redmi K90 Max, Redmi K Pad 2, and Redmi Book Pro 2026, which are scheduled to debut in China later today.
Redmi Buds 8
Good Stuff
- 50dB ANC punches above its price class
- LHDC + Hi-Res Wireless for better-than-average sound quality
- 44 hours total battery life (11h single charge without ANC)
- Bluetooth 5.4 with dual-device pairing and audio sharing
- IP54 rating, lightweight at 5g per bud
- Three-mic AI call noise reduction handles wind up to 12m/s
Bad Stuff
- ANC effectiveness drops in very noisy real-world scenarios
- Bass-heavy sound signature won’t suit audiophiles
- Battery life falls to 6.5h with ANC enabled
- Connection can stutter beyond 10m or with interference
- App customization limited compared to premium rivals
- Transparency modes are functional but not exceptional
Redmi Buds 8 Price, Colour Options
The Redmi Buds 8 are priced at CNY 229. Buyers can choose from three colour options: Cyan, Dusk Black, and White. The earbuds are currently listed on the official Xiaomi China website.
Redmi Buds 8 Features, Specifications
The earbuds are built around 11mm dynamic drivers and support a wide frequency response range from 20Hz to 40kHz. With Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and support for LHDC alongside SBC and AAC codecs, the Buds 8 are designed to deliver higher-quality wireless sound across compatible devices.
For noise control, Redmi integrates up to 50dB active noise cancellation. The earbuds use a three-microphone system with AI-backed call noise reduction, helping reduce wind interference at speeds of up to 12m/s for clearer voice calls. Users can switch between multiple ANC modes, including depth, balanced, light, and an adaptive option that adjusts automatically. There are also three transparency modes available: standard, vocal enhancement, and environmental enhancement.
Connectivity is handled via Bluetooth 5.4, with a claimed range of up to 10 metres in open spaces. The earbuds support dual-device pairing, allowing them to stay connected to two devices simultaneously, along with audio sharing and smooth switching between connected devices. Redmi also includes support for the Xiaomi Headphones app, enabling customisation and controls, as well as gesture-based functions such as one-tap photo capture.
Battery performance is another key focus. Each earbud houses a 54mAh battery, while the charging case packs a 475mAh unit. Redmi claims up to 11 hours of playback on a single charge without ANC, extending to a total of 44 hours with the charging case. With ANC enabled, the earbuds are rated for up to 6.5 hours per charge and up to 28 hours in total with the case. Charging is handled via a USB Type-C port.
In terms of durability and design, the Redmi Buds 8 come with an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Each earbud weighs around 5g, and the total weight including the charging case is approximately 44.5g.A/B seamless updates will be mandatory for Android 11 devicesA/B seamless updates will be mandatory for Android 11 devices
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Luiza Mosneagu is Reviews Editor at Droid Tools. A psychologist by training and tech writer by passion, she has tested over 60 Android devices since 2020 - always for a minimum of two weeks before writing a word. Her focus is camera quality, everyday usability, and cutting through marketing claims to tell you what a device is actually like to live with.
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