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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $213.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $215.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦298,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦301,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Huawei |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 15, 2023 (announced); retail October 18, 2023 | February 26, 2026 (global, ahead of MWC 2026) |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 3 | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 |
| Price | €199 global (~$213 USD) | €199/£179 (~$215 USD); promo €169/£149 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm dynamic + micro planar tweeter | 11mm + micro-planar tweeter |
| Driver Type | Dual driver: dynamic + planar diaphragm tweeter | Dual driver: ultra-linear dual-magnet + micro-planar diaphragm |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz - 48kHz | 10Hz - 48kHz |
| Sound Features | Triple Adaptive EQ, LDAC/L2HC Hi-Res dual gold certification | Intelligent dual-engine ANC, conversation awareness, dynamic EQ |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, ANC 3.0 adaptive multi-mode | Yes, dual-engine ANC (claimed 220% more reduction vs Pro 4); up to 100dB call noise suppression |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | HUAWEI AI Life app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, dynamic EQ |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, low-latency mode (NearLink on supported Huawei devices) | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | ANC / Awareness / General |
| Touch Controls | Yes, capacitive touch on stem | Yes, touch/swipe/pinch |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode | Yes, conversation-awareness mode |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 6.0, dual-device |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, dual-device |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, HUAWEI L2HC 2.0 | SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC 5.0; up to 4.6Mbps via NearLink 2.0 |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Green, Silver Frost, White | Sand, White, Grey, Blue |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case 46.9 x 65.9 x 24.5mm | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case ~65.5-66.1 x 46.7-47.0 x 23-24mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips, stem design | In-ear with silicone tips, stem design |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds only) | IP57 (earbuds), IP54 (case) |
| Materials | Nano-processed glass case; plastic/silicone earbuds | Plastic/metal-accented shell, champagne-finish case |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.8g; Case ~45.5g | Earbud ~5.5g; Case 43-46g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | 60mAh per earbud; 537mAh case |
| Fast Charging | Yes, USB-C fast charging | Yes, ~1 hr wired charge time |
| Total Playtime | Up to 31 hrs with case (ANC off); ~22 hrs (ANC on) | Up to 38 hrs with case (ANC off, AAC); ~22-25 hrs (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible | Yes, ~2 hr wireless charge time |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 4 per earbud (8 total): 3 mics + 1 bone conduction | 8 total (3 mics + 1 bone conduction per earbud) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Mic array + bone conduction mic, AI call noise reduction | Mic array + bone conduction mic, AI-enhanced noise cancellation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | Touch gesture / voice wake |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | USB-C cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | S/M/L silicone tips | 4 silicone sizes |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | 2x earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide |
| Warranty Card | Included | Included |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS, Windows, macOS | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS 6, Windows, macOS |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.2+ smartphones/tablets/laptops | Bluetooth 6.0/NearLink-capable devices for full feature set |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | FreeBuds Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Huawei's 2023 flagship refresh — ANC 3.0, dual drivers, LDAC/L2HC hi-res codec support in a glass charging case. | Huawei's 2026 flagship — first with Bluetooth 6.0 and NearLink 2.0 streaming, plus a dual-engine ANC system claimed to more than double the noise reduction of its predecessor. |