Xiaomi Buds 5
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro
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Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro vs Apple AirPods 5
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro leads Apple AirPods 5 overall by 8 points (85 vs 77 out of 100).
- Key differences: only Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro has wireless charging case; IP rating, where Apple AirPods 5 has IP57 vs IP54; weight per earbud, where Apple AirPods 5 is 1.3 g lighter; Bluetooth version, where Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro has Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3; case weight, where Apple AirPods 5 is 9.5 g lighter.
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro leads overall
Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro · 87 overall, #1 of 68
85
Apple AirPods 5 · 81 overall, #18 of 68
77
Key differences
- Wireless Charging CaseXiaomi Buds 5 Pro only
- IP RatingApple AirPods 5 IP57 vs IP54
- Weight per EarbudApple AirPods 5 1.3 g lighter
- Bluetooth VersionXiaomi Buds 5 Pro Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3
- Case WeightApple AirPods 5 9.5 g lighter
Scores by Category
Buds 5 Pro wins 2 of 6 categories · AirPods 5 wins 1
| Category | Buds 5 ProAirPods 5 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | Tie | |
| Battery | +38 | |
| Connectivity | +16 | |
| Build | +21 | |
| Audio | Tie | |
| Calls | Tie |
Physical Comparison
Buds 5 Pro
41.8g
Weight
AirPods 5
32.3g
Weight
Buds 5 Pro
5.6g
Weight
AirPods 5
4.3g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Buds 5 Pro
AirPods 5
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes |
Transparency Mode | Yes | Yes |
Battery
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | N/A | 6 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h | N/A |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | N/A |
Calls
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | Buds 5 Pro | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 5.6 g | 4.3 g23% less |
Case Weight | 41.8 g | 32.3 g23% less |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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