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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $139.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $129.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦195,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦182,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Edifier |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | April 17, 2023 (global retail) | 2021-07-06 |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
| Price | $139 / £139 / €159 (global) | $129.99 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm | 10mm |
| Driver Type | Dual-magnetic dynamic driver | Coaxial dual-driver (dynamic woofer + planar diaphragm tweeter) |
| Frequency Response | 16Hz - 40kHz | 20Hz - 40kHz (Hi-Res) |
| Impedance | — | 24 ohms |
| Sensitivity | — | 92 ± 3 dB(A) output SPL |
| Sound Features | Adaptive Ear Matching (AEM) personalized tuning | Hi-Res Audio certified, LDAC & LHDC hi-fi streaming |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, ANC 3.0 with ear-shape adaptive tuning | Yes, hybrid ANC up to 32dB |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | Edifier Connect app (iOS/Android) |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, dynamic low-latency gaming mode | Yes, Game Mode |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | ANC / Ambient / Normal |
| Touch Controls | Yes, capacitive touch on stem | Yes, customizable via app |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode | Yes, Ambient Sound mode |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | Siri, Google Assistant |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | — |
| Range | — | Up to 10m (open space) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LHDC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | No |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Ceramic White, Silver Frost, Coral Orange | Black, White |
| Dimensions | — | Case approx. 65 x 47 x 27 mm |
| Form Factor | Semi-open, water-droplet shape, no ear-tip seal | In-ear with stem, charging case |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds) | IP54 |
| Materials | Polished plastic/ceramic-finish shell | Plastic housing, silicone ear tips |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.4g; Case ~45g | 5.4 g per earbud (10.8 g pair); 47 g case |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 42mAh per earbud; 505mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, ~2 hrs playback from 5-min charge | 10 min charge ≈ 1 hour playtime |
| Total Playtime | Up to 30 hrs with case (ANC off); ~20 hrs (ANC on) | Up to 6 hours (ANC off), 5 hours (ANC on); 24 hours with case (ANC off), 20 hours (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-certified | No |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | Triple-mic per earbud | 6 microphones (3 per earbud) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Triple-mic array with call noise cancellation | Bone conduction sensor plus dual-mic call noise reduction |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | Touch gesture |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | USB-C to USB-A cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (open/semi-in-ear) | S/M/L silicone ear tips |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | NeoBuds Pro earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Included |
| Warranty Card | Included | Included |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS, Windows, macOS | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
| Profiles Supported | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.2+ smartphones/tablets/laptops | Smartphones, tablets, laptops, PCs via Bluetooth |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds 5 | NeoBuds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Bold water-droplet design, and Huawei's first in-ear-style earbud with a triple-microphone system. | Dubbed a 'flagship killer' by reviewers for pairing a planar diaphragm driver and hybrid ANC with Hi-Res LDAC/LHDC audio at a mid-range price |