Highlights
- Realme Buds Air 5 TWS Earbuds launched in India at Rs 3,699.
- Read on for our first impressions and hands-on review of Buds Air 5 as we unbox the newly launched TWS earbuds.
Realme Buds Air 5 TWS Earphone – Key Features
- 4mm Mega Titanizing Driver
- 50dB Active Noise Cancellation
- 6-Mic Call Noise Cancellation
- Dynamic Bass Boost
- 45ms Super Low Latency
- Up to 38 Hours of Playback (with charging case)
- Bluetooth v5.3
- IPX5 Rated Water Resistant
- App Customisation Support
- Pairing Button
Realme Buds Air 5 TWS Earphone – First Impressions
- Buds Air 5 looks premium with its minimalist and striking design choice.
- Sturdy, compact and stylish, it is everything you expect from TWS earbuds of this category.
- Buds Air 5 are comfortable and fit perfectly.
- The sound quality is much better than the previous Realme Buds outing.
- Active Noise Cancellation is arguably the best you can get in this segment.
- The bass effect is strong accompanied by a louder treble response.
- It is also customisable via the different settings of Realme Link app support.
In our first impression, Realme Buds Air 5 seems to be an upgrade from its predecessor.
These are more compact, more comfortable and more capable.
So, let’s get to a more detailed hands-on review.
We received the Deep Sea Blue colour variant for this review.
Realme Buds Air 5 TWS Earphone – Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
| ● Compact and stylish
● Comfortable for long hours also ● Excellent noise cancelling and isolation ● Good sound quality ● Good customisation support via Realme Link App ● Good battery life |
● Sensitive touch controls
● Call quality in busy areas could have better |
Unboxing Realme Buds Air 5 TWS Earphone
Design and Fit of Realme Buds Air 5
- The minimalist design of the pebble shape case and earbuds gives off perfect premium vibes.
- The matt finish case with subtle shine looks stylish.
- With sturdy build quality, the case provides good magnetic hold on the buds.
- The case lid has a snap-closure mechanism to protect buds from accidental falls.
- The earbuds are glossy and follow a design philosophy similar to the predecessor Buds Air 3.
- There are again no logos on the earbuds, although you do get ‘L’ and ‘R’ markings.
- These are IPX5 rated for water resistance.
The earbuds are comfortable thanks to minimal weight and also fit well. We extensively tested the earbuds and didn’t feel any discomfort even during those extended listening sessions.
The in-ear seal is good too and you wouldn’t have to worry about buds falling off.
Realme Buds Air 5 with Great Sound and Impressive ANC
With Buds Air 5, Realme has taken sound quality and the noise-cancelling feature seriously this time.
The sound quality, thanks to the 12.4mm titanizing driver, is definitely a step up from the last earbuds Realme launched.
The bass is stunningly effective. It gives good performance in the mid and high ranges. Also, the vocals and various instruments in most tracks are reproduced with much accuracy and decent clarity.
Tracks such as “Paper Trails” by DARKSIDE and “Rainbow In The Dark” by Dio sound quite impressive on Buds Air 5.
The active noise cancellation feature is definitely a surprise as we mentioned in our first impressions as well.
In practical use, the 50dB ANC cancels about 80 to 85 per cent of continuous noises when turned on.
It also has Transparent Mode for times you do want to be aware of what’s going on around you.
Realme Buds Air 5 Features and Realme Link App Support
The Buds Air 5 come with Bluetooth v5.3 for all-round connectivity. With a 10m range limit, the connectivity is good.
The SBC and AAC Bluetooth codecs ensure users have the same listening experience on Android and iOS.
The 6-mic call noise cancellation feature is decent. The call quality of the Buds Air 5 is good.
However, quieter environments give the best results as we experienced disturbances during calls from a busier area.
It also provides a 45ms super low latency for faster audio signals and an overall improved listening experience.
The Realme Link App (available on Android and iOS) provide customisation support to the buds.
The App can be used for ANC settings (ANC & Transparency Modes), Sound Effect Modes, Dynamic Bass, Game Mode and more.
Realme Buds Air 5 Battery
The battery life on the Buds Air 3 is decent too. The earbuds run for around 7 hours on a single charge.
It provides around 38 hours of playback time with the charging case.
The Type-C charging interface is great and it takes around 2 hours for complete machine charging.
Verdict – Should You Buy Realme Buds Air 5?
Realme Buds Air 5 are a worthy upgrade from the previous Air series earbuds.
They look super stylish and provide a good comfortable fit for a pleasant long listening experience You can expect can enjoy good active noise cancelling (ANC) and great sound quality.
For the price point, Buds Air 5 is definitely something that we recommend if you are looking for a decent pair of ANC earbuds that can be your everyday audio companion.
FAQs
Q1. Does Realme Buds Air 5 has a pairing button?
Answer. Yes, Realme Buds Air 5 comes with a quick pair button, located at the bottom of the case. Users will have to press and hold the button for 3 seconds to establish a connection.
Q2. Can I change the touch control settings?
Answer. Yes, you can certainly change the touch control of the earbuds stems. It can be done through the Button Settings feature on the Realme Link app.
Q3. What is the Earbud Fit Test on the Realme Link App?
Answer. The Realme Link App also has an Earbud Fit Test for you to check if the selected ear tip is the right choice for you. It tests the seal with your ear canals for better noise cancelling and sound quality.