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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $213.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $207.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦298,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦290,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Xiaomi |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 15, 2023 (announced); retail October 18, 2023 | February 27, 2025 (China); March 2, 2025 (global, MWC) |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 3 | Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro |
| Price | €199 global (~$213 USD) | Global €199.99 (~$207 USD); China CNY 1,299/1,499 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm dynamic + micro planar tweeter | 11mm coaxial triple-driver |
| Driver Type | Dual driver: dynamic + planar diaphragm tweeter | Coaxial triple driver: dual-magnetic dynamic + planar tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz - 48kHz | 15Hz - 50kHz |
| Sound Features | Triple Adaptive EQ, LDAC/L2HC Hi-Res dual gold certification | Spatial audio with head tracking, AI speech-to-text, Wi-Fi audio streaming (Wi-Fi edition) |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, ANC 3.0 adaptive multi-mode | Yes, up to 55dB ultra-wideband adaptive ANC |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | Xiaomi Earbuds app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, low-latency mode (NearLink on supported Huawei devices) | Yes, as low as 50 ms (LE Audio) |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | ANC / Transparency / Off, Spatial Audio |
| Touch Controls | Yes, capacitive touch on stem | Yes, customizable via app |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | Google Assistant / Siri (via phone); AI transcription |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | BLE, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, dual-device |
| Range | — | 10m (open space) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, HUAWEI L2HC 2.0 | SBC, AAC, aptX Lossless (48kHz/24-bit) |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Green, Silver Frost, White | Titan Gray, Ceramic White, Translucent Black |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case 46.9 x 65.9 x 24.5mm | Earbud 25.78 x 31.39 x 21.24mm; Case 60.5 x 48.45 x 26.79mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips, stem design | In-ear with silicone tips |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds only) | IP54 |
| Materials | Nano-processed glass case; plastic/silicone earbuds | Plastic housing, silicone tips |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.8g; Case ~45.5g | Earbud 5.6g; Case 41.8g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | Earbud 53-64mAh; Case 570mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, USB-C fast charging | Yes, 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 31 hrs with case (ANC off); ~22 hrs (ANC on) | 8-10 hrs; up to 40 hrs with case |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible | — |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 4 per earbud (8 total): 3 mics + 1 bone conduction | 3 mics per earbud |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Mic array + bone conduction mic, AI call noise reduction | 3-mic AI noise reduction |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | — |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | USB-C cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | S/M/L silicone tips | Multiple silicone sizes |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | 2x earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Yes |
| Warranty Card | Included | — |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS, Windows, macOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | — | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, BLE |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.2+ smartphones/tablets/laptops | Bluetooth 5.4+; Wi-Fi edition streams direct from Wi-Fi |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 3 | Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Huawei's 2023 flagship refresh — ANC 3.0, dual drivers, LDAC/L2HC hi-res codec support in a glass charging case. | Xiaomi's most advanced earbuds yet — rare Wi-Fi audio streaming edition, coaxial triple driver, and up to 55dB ANC. |