Smart features such as recording and AI transcription
Lightweight and comfortable design
Weak noise cancelling, no real competition for Apple, Sony or Huawei
Problematic recording function without reliable warning for call partners
Very good80/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseAugust 2025
Good noise cancelling
IP54 protection against dust and water
Pleasantly light to wear
Expandable ease of use
Sound only mediocre
The Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro performed solidly when tested, although the sound seemed a little unbalanced to us: the mids were too compressed and the bass was occasionally overdriven. However, the sound can be quite enjoyable with modern songs that emphasise highs and lows. The lightweight buds sit comfortably and unobtrusively in the ear...
Very good91/100
connectSingle testReleaseJuly 2025
Simple, minimalist design
pleasant-to-wear sensation
Excellent operation with many options for customisation
Bluetooth 5.4 with LE and multipoint connection
App with extensive setting options and many features
Audio recordings at the touch of a button
Good66/100
netzwelt.deSingle testReleaseNovember 2024
Comfortable to wear
Long battery life
Waterproof
Google Fast Pair and Multipoint
Removal from the case is fiddly
The sound lacks detail and brilliance
Very good80/100
GameStarSingle testReleaseAugust 2024
Low price
Three colours
Comfortable to wear thanks to silicone inserts
Sound customisable via app
Silicone inserts "crackle"
No wireless charging
The Redmi Buds 5 Pro were presented together with the new Redmi smartphones. The small earphones are a great alternative to the products from the major headphone brands. Their design is reminiscent of Apple's AirPods Pro, but the Buds 5 Pro come in a choice of three colours. Anyone looking for good and, above all, affordable earphones for travelling could find what they are looking for here.