Η Xiaomi launched the headphones in China today REDMI Buds 8 in China along with the smartphone REDMI K90 Max and the tablet REDMI K Pad 2
The new headphones feature a lightweight, ergonomic in-ear design with a secure fit and come in a vertical charging case in a choice of colors. black, white and green.
The headphones use noise reduction (ANC) technology that is certified by China Institute of Metrology, which adapts to the ear canal for personalized active noise cancellation. It provides maximum noise reduction of up to -50dB, with an average depth of 24,9dB, and supports noise reduction up to 4kHz.
For flexibility, the headphones support multiple functions, including:
- ANC: Deep, Balanced, Light, Adaptive
- Transparency: Standard, Voice Enhancement, Ambient Enhancement
For calls, Xiaomi includes AI noise reduction system with triple microphone with wind resistance up to 12 m/s, ensuring clear voice performance outdoors.
The sound is powered by a dynamic 11mm speaker driver, tuned to deliver balanced bass, natural vocals and detailed high frequencies. The headphones support LHDC V5 transmission and are certified for wireless high-resolution audio playback. They also include spatial audio (spatial) through the algorithm Xiaomi HRTF, along with EQ presets and personalization Sound ID.
The battery life reaches:
- at 11 o'clock (with ANC off)
- 6,5 hours (with ANC on)
- Up to 44 hours total (with ANC off)
- Up to 28 hours total (with ANC on)
- 10 minute quick charge = 4 hours of playback
Connectivity is via Bluetooth 5.4, with functions Xiaomi HyperConnect such as device tracking, camera control, voice notifications, audio sharing, dual device connection, and smart switching.
The specifications of the REDMI Buds 8
- Design: Ergonomic in-ear fit, vertical case, 5g per earbud, 44,5g total
- Sound & driver: 11mm dynamic speaker driver, LHDC V5, Hi-Res Audio Wireless, spatial sound (HRTF)
- Sound adjustment: 5 EQ presets + custom EQ + Sound ID
- Noise control: Up to 50dB ANC, 24,9dB average, range up to 4kHz
- ANC functions: Deep, Balanced, Light, Adaptive
- Transparency functions: Standard, Voice Enhancement, Ambient Enhancement
- Microphones: Triple microphone AI noise reduction, wind resistance up to 12 m/s
- Battery & Charging: 54mAh (earbuds), 475mAh (case), 11 hours/6,5 hours playback, up to 44 hours total, 10 minutes = 4 hours quick charge
- Charge:USB Type-C
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, HyperConnect (monitoring, camera control, audio sharing, dual device, switching)
- Construction & Protection: IP54 dust and water drop resistance
- Frequency range: 20Hz–40kHz (up to 40kHz @ 96kHz encoding)
- Dimensions: 30,59 × 21,33 × 23,2 mm
- Colors: Black, White, Green
Pricing and Availability
The REDMI Buds 8 cost 249 yuan (36 USD or 31 euro approximately), with a starting bid price of 229 yuan (33 USD or 28 euro (approx.) in China. The headphones are now available for order in the Chinese market.
