Noise cancellation is a sought-after feature in headphones for many individuals as it allows for immersive audio experiences and the ability to escape from the surrounding environment.
Realme, a renowned company known for its smartphones, has also ventured into the headphone market, consistently enhancing this aspect in their latest releases. Today, we will explore their newest innovation in this field.
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
The latest addition from Realme continues the success of their previous product, known for its remarkable noise cancellation capabilities ranging from 35dB to 42dB. This is truly impressive when compared to the average noise cancellation level of around 25dB. Even some popular earbuds like AirPods Pro only offer a reduction of 28dB, making Realme’s offering stand out even more.
How does noise cancellation work?
The built-in microphones in the headphones detect ambient noise, typically with one microphone in each ear cup. The system then generates an equal but opposite cancellation signal, effectively blocking out a significant portion of external sounds. This advanced technology enhances the audio quality by reducing unwanted noise interference.
What features do these Buds Air 5 Pro bring?
The latest release of the Air 5 Pro headphones surpasses its previous generation in terms of noise cancellation, exceeding it by a significant margin. These headphones boast an impressive cancellation capability of 50 dB and can effectively reduce noise up to 4000 Hz. With the inclusion of up to 6 microphones, they are equipped to excel in this aspect.
When compared to other headsets, the Air 5 Pro’s performance is truly remarkable. While we await the opportunity to personally test them, initial impressions suggest they deliver exceptional results.
The pre-sale launch in China is scheduled for today, May 23, 2023, with the first units expected to be available for purchase on the 31st of this month. In a little over a week, we can anticipate reviews and assessments of the product to determine if they live up to their promising features. Additionally, the official price in China is set at 399 yuan, which translates to just over €50. Although the European pricing is likely to differ, we do not anticipate a significant increase. They are still expected to be more affordable than AirPods, which offer only a 29dB reduction in noise.
To make a comprehensive assessment, we would need to consider other features and the final sound quality. Thus far, we know that the Air 5 Pro headphones offer approximately 40 hours of battery life when used with the charging case, with up to 11 hours of continuous playback without charging. The case itself requires approximately 2 hours for a full charge and features a Type C connection. Other notable features include a low latency of 40 ms and an IPX5 waterproof rating. Bluetooth version 4.3 is also included.
As we await further information, it is exciting to witness the continuous advancements from Chinese brands that challenge our preconceived notions of technology. We hope that this serves as a stepping stone for other brands to adopt similar features, as effective noise cancellation is a fundamental aspect of headphones. Let us continue to anticipate and appreciate the ongoing improvements across various product categories each year.
