These are the Redmi Buds 8 Pro in Glacier Blue, and we’re ready to unbox them soon after their global premiere. They’re the latest addition to the Redmi brand’s audio portfolio and bring some impressive specs, including triple drivers, Hi-Res audio streaming with LDAC support, and active noise cancellation (ANC) rated up to 55dB, all while retailing for under €100/£100.
Our Glacier Blue review sample is arguably the best color option, the other two being plain black and white. It has a satin-like matte finish with a slight hint of silver throughout the case and buds. The outer parts of the stems, which contain the touch controls, are glossy for some contrast.
Box contents include a short USB-C cable as well as two extra pairs of silicone ear tips.
The Buds 8 Pro charging case has the same battery level LED strip that was present on the Redmi Buds 6 Pro and it once again shows the charging animation when you plug the case into power.
The Buds 8 Pro are paired over Bluetooth 5.4 with the ability to stay connected to two devices simultaneously. In terms of sound, Redmi claims that the Buds 8 Pro offer better bass in the sub-100Hz region.
These feature updated ANC with adaptive real-time noise cancellation and noise masking profiles for public transport and airplane travel. The ANC system scans surrounding noise 32,000 times per second to constantly give you optimal noise control.
The buds are equipped with triple microphones and updated AI call noise reduction that promises clear calls even in windy environments. Battery life from the earbuds is rated at 8 hours and the case boosts that number to 33 hours. The buds are IP54-rated against dust and water, while the case offers no ingress protection.
redmi buds 8 pro
€70 on Amazon DE £65 on Amazon UK
And that’s all we have to share for the Redmi Buds 8 Pro for now. These Buds are shaping up to be solid successors to the 6 Pro. Be sure to check out our take on the Redmi Pad 8 Pro and Xiaomi Watch S5, which were also announced at Xiaomi’s big launch event.