Xiaomi has continually pushed the boundaries in the tech industry, and the new Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro are no exception. These flagship true wireless earbuds seek to give premium features such as high-fidelity music, adaptive noise reduction, and even Wi-Fi audio (with the Wi-Fi variant), which is uncommon in this category. But can they really live up to the hype? Here’s our complete breakdown in this review along with our views and verdict.
Elegant Design with a Comfortable Fit
The Buds 5 Pro feature a sleek, futuristic design and are available in Ceramic White and Titan Grey. They weigh only 5.6 grams per earbud and are designed to provide all-day comfort without compromising durability. It does have an IP54 classification and can withstand dust and water spills, making them ideal for workouts or outdoor use.
Audio Performance: A Triple-Driver Triumph
One of the most notable characteristics is the triple-driver audio system, which includes an 11mm dynamic driver, a planar magnetic speaker, and a ceramic tweeter. This unusual configuration offers rich mids, expressive highs, and overall clarity comparable to more expensive earbuds. The best part is the Buds 5 Pro is professionally tuned with Harman AudioFX technology with with two dedicated EQ profiles.
However, audiophiles that value bass may find the low-end response inadequate. While the earphones work well with most genres (especially classical and vocal focused), very bass-heavy music may lack the oomph that some users seek.
The Buds 5 Pro support a wide range of high-quality audio codecs, including SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless, assuring optimal device compatibility and sound quality.
Active Noise Cancellation & Smart Ambient Modes
The Buds 5 Pro, which include superior ANC technology, can reduce ambient noise by up to 52 decibels. Users can manually select between three levels—Light, Balanced, and Deep—or let the earphones to adapt themselves using an Adaptive Mode that responds to ambient changes.
There are also three transparency settings that allow users to tune into their environment by amplifying speech or ambient sound. These features make commuting and working from the office easier and safer.
Thanks to a triple-microphone system, the Buds 5 Pro generally offer clear voice transmission during calls. In quieter environments, performance is strong. When we tested it in a very windy or noisy settings, the mic is still be able to suppress almost all of the noise away making it highly desirable in different environments and conditions.
Battery Life & Charging Features
Xiaomi also excels in the area of battery life. Without ANC, each earbud can provide up to 8 hours of listening, and the charging case adds around 40 hours. A simple 10-minute charge provides around 4 hours of use. Furthermore, the case enables Qi wireless charging, which is ideal for those who want cordless convenience.
Future proof Next-Level Connectivity with Wi-Fi Support (Yes there is a WiFi Variant of it too)
The base model of the Buds 5 Pro connect using Bluetooth 5.4, offering fast, stable pairing and dual-device support for easy switching between phones, tablets, or laptops.
A significant feature is the Wi-Fi audio functionality, which is also available in a separate version of the earphones. These earphones use Qualcomm’s XPAN technology to produce 96kHz/24-bit lossless music at up to 4.2Mbps. Is there a catch? This cutting-edge function is presently only compatible with Xiaomi 15 and 15 Ultra smartphones, limiting its availability.
Whether it is the Bluetooth or the WiFi variant, both of the variant will still have the base Bluetooth support as it is still the most common way user connect their earbuds to the phone.
Overall Experience
Perhaps this is one of the easiest TWS to set up that we’ve tested, but it still offers a wide range of customizing options via the Xiaomi Earbuds App, which can be downloaded from the Google Play store. It basically lets the user to change the noise cancelling, EQ, and other parameters of the earbuds. You can also install firmware updates to explore other functions.
Controls are easy too with multiple pinch functionalities that is easy to pick up and learn, from pinch to play music and pinch to hold for ANC controls, it provides a simple control over your earbuds that one can memorize and enjoy it quickly.
While the Buds 5 Pro earn praise for audio quality and feature set there is some minor drawbacks such as it may stutters when playing with very high bitrate codec audio like LDAC, however these can be solved pretty quickly with firmware update through the app and its all smooth sailing with more improvements gradually comes as Xiaomi is known to fix and improve their devices from time to time to ensure users get the best experience out from their products.
Pricing & Availability
In terms of pricing, the Bluetooth-only Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro retail for at RM699, while the Wi-Fi-enabled variant costs at RM799. They are available in select markets, including Malaysia, through Xiaomi’s official site and authorized retailers.
Final Verdict
The Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro offer an appealing blend of innovation and polish. Their triple-driver design, adaptive noise reduction, and multiple connection choices make them stand out in their class, especially for those who are using it with the Xiaomi ecosystem.
Pros:
- Impressive audio fidelity with advanced drivers
- Versatile ANC and transparency modes
- Long battery life with fast and wireless charging
- High-bitrate audio support, including Wi-Fi (Xiaomi phones only)
Cons:
- Bass may underperform for some users for certain genre of music
If you want flagship-level earbuds with quality sound and features and own a compatible Xiaomi phone, the Buds 5 Pro are one of the excellent choice in 2025’s congested wireless audio market.