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Soundcore V20i vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro

What V20i does better (3) and where Redmi Buds 5 Pro wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Soundcore V20i
Soundcore · 2024V20i
5.8Score
3 advantages≈ $40
vs
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
Xiaomi · 2024Redmi Buds 5 Pro
8.8Score
2 advantages≈ $30
Higher score
4.4Noise control & calls5.0
7.2Battery7.5

Why is V20i better than Redmi Buds 5 Pro?

  1. Microphones4 vs 22×
  2. Charging time2 h vs 3 h+50%
  3. Driver size16 mm vs 11 mm+45%

Why is Redmi Buds 5 Pro better than V20i?

  1. Active noise cancellingNo · V20i: Yes
  2. Total with charging case36 h vs 40 h+11%
Specifications

Side by side

Soundcore V20iSoundcore V20i≈ $405.8
Sound
FitIn-earIn-ear
Ear cup design—Closed-back
Driver type—Dynamic
Driver size16 mm11 mm
Number of drivers—1
Impedance—16 Ω
Hi-Res Audio—Yes
Adjustable equaliser—Yes
Noise control
Active noise cancellingNoYes
Transparency / ambient mode—Yes
Microphones42
Noise reduction for callsYesYes
Battery & charging
Battery life10 h10 h
Battery life with ANC—8 h
Total with charging case36 h40 h
Charging time2 h3 h
Quick charge (claimed)10 min → 2 h10 min → 1,5 h
Fast charging supportYesYes
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version5.45.3
Bluetooth codecs—LDAC, AAC, SBC
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)—Yes
aptX—No
LDAC—Yes
Multipoint (two devices)Yes—
LE Audio—Yes
USB-C—Yes
Smart & streaming
Companion app—Yes
Design & build
Earbud weight (each)—4.1 g
Protection ratingIP55IPX5
Water resistance (IPx)IPx5IPx5
Dust protection (IP)55
ColoursBlack, White, BIue—
Features
Touch controls—Yes
Hands-free calls—Yes
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