Xiaomi Redmi Earbuds S: Compact Design and Gaming Mode

Technical Specifications

• General

  • Model Name: Redmi Earbuds S / Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic S
  • Colors: Black
  • Design: In-Ear
  • Weight: 4.1 g per earbud, approx. 35.4 g total weight with charging case

• Connectivity

  • Wireless Connection: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Bluetooth Protocols: HFP, A2DP, HSP, AVRCP
  • Range: Approx. 10 meters

• Audio

  • Driver: 7.2 mm dynamic driver
  • Noise Reduction: DSP noise reduction for calls
  • Audio Codecs: SBC

• Battery & Charging Case

  • Battery Capacity (Earbud): 43 mAh
  • Battery Capacity (Charging Case): 300 mAh
  • Charging Port: Micro-USB
  • Battery Life (Earbuds): Up to 4 hours
  • Total Battery Life with Charging Case: Up to 12 hours

• Special Features

  • Water Resistance: IPX4 (splash-proof)
  • Controls: Multi-function button
  • Gaming Mode: Yes, with low latency (122ms)
  • Voice Assistant: Supports Google Assistant, Siri

Description

The Xiaomi Redmi Earbuds S, also known as the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic S, are wireless in-ear headphones that stand out for their balanced price-performance ratio. They are an updated version of the Redmi AirDots and offer improved connectivity and a special gaming mode.

Design and Comfort

Weighing only 4.1 grams per earbud, they are extremely lightweight and provide high wearing comfort, even over long periods. The matte plastic finish gives them a simple and elegant look, and the compact charging case is easy to transport. The package includes three different sizes of silicone ear tips to ensure an optimal fit and good noise isolation.

Connectivity and Performance

One of the biggest improvements over the previous model is the dual-earbud connection technology. Instead of a master-slave connection, both earbuds can connect to the device simultaneously, allowing for seamless switching between mono and stereo mode. The integrated Bluetooth 5.0 chip ensures a stable and fast connection. For gamers, the earbuds offer a dedicated low-latency mode that reduces audio latency to 122ms and enables better synchronization of audio and video.

Battery Life and Functionality

The earbuds offer a battery life of up to 4 hours on a single charge. The included charging case allows for two additional full charges, extending the total usage time to up to 12 hours. Control is handled via a physical multi-function button on each earbud, which controls answering calls, pausing music, and activating the voice assistant.

Sound and Call Quality

The Redmi Earbuds S are equipped with a 7.2 mm dynamic driver. The sound is described as clear, with a solid bass. The DSP noise reduction for calls effectively filters out ambient noise to improve voice quality during phone calls.