Redmi Buds 6 Review: A Mix of Pros and Cons

The Redmi Buds 6 offers solid on-paper specifications for its launch price of Rs 2,799. Now the question is, do these features truly translate into a solid real-world experience, especially considering the high praise from other reviewers?

Well, the reality is different, and here in this Redmi Buds 6 review, we’ll uncover whether these earbuds are worth your investment or if you should explore other alternatives.

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Main Highlights of Redmi Buds 6

Design & Build Quality

Similar to other earbuds in this price range, the Redmi Buds 6 features a stem-style design with tilted earbuds for improved comfort.

Unlike most earbuds that typically come with a pebble-shaped case, the Redmi Buds 6 case has a flat, square design, which allows the earbuds to sit flat inside.

While there’s nothing inherently wrong with this design, pebble-shaped cases tend to be more practical for everyday use.

The Type-C charging port and bar-style LED are conveniently located on the front, and overall, the earbuds look stylish and modern.

The build quality is sturdy, to say the least. Many earbuds at this price point can feel cheap, but the Redmi Buds 6 is well-built and feels solid in hand.

The carrying case is also solidly constructed, and closing the lid produces a satisfying thumping sound.

Design & Build Quality: 4.1★

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Fit & Comfort

Thanks to the tilted design, the Redmi Buds 6 fit snugly in the ears, minimizing any chance of them falling out. For an even better fit, you can swap out the ear tips with ones that suit you best.

Weighing just around 5 grams each, the earbuds are incredibly lightweight and don’t cause any discomfort, even during prolonged usage.

In our experience, we used the earbuds for several hours without encountering any discomfort, and we’re confident that most users will have a similar experience.

However, if you have very small ears, you might face minor fit and comfort issues. For users with normal to larger ear sizes, the fit and comfort of the Redmi Buds 6 are excellent.

Fit & Comfort: 4.1★

Sound Quality

The Redmi Buds 6 comes equipped with a 12.4mm driver for bass and vocals and a 5.5mm piezoelectric driver for added richness in bass and crisp highs, which sets high expectations for their audio performance.

Dual-driver setups are quite uncommon in this price range, so it’s natural to expect impressive sound quality.

Honestly speaking, while the Redmi Buds 6 sound good overall, they don’t quite live up to the lofty expectations set by their specifications.

Out of the box, the Redmi Buds 6 delivers clear vocals and decently crisp trebles. The soundstage feels open, and instrument separation is handled well, making the listening experience enjoyable.

However, despite the dual drivers, the earbuds lack a certain sparkle and liveliness in their sound. The trebles are crisp, but they don’t stand out as anything particularly special.

The bass is adequate with a noticeable thump, but it lacks depth and fails to hit the lowest frequencies that would give it a richer, more impactful feel.

To sum it up, the Redmi Buds 6 delivers a balanced sound profile. If you’re looking for ultra-crisp highs or super-deep bass, these earbuds may not meet your expectations.

Additionally, when ANC mode is activated, the sound profile changes. The audio becomes narrower and loses some details, which is a bit surprising. While casual users may not pick up on this, more discerning listeners will likely notice the difference.

In our experience, we found the sound quality enjoyable overall. However, as mentioned earlier, these earbuds aren’t the best choice for heavy bass lovers.

Sound Quality: 3.9★

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ANC Performance

Considering the price, the 49dB ANC on the Redmi Buds 6 sounds promising, and we have to say, it doesn’t disappoint in this department.

In moderately noisy environments, the ANC performs well, effectively blocking out most background noise. However, if you pay close attention, you can still hear faint fan or AC humming sounds.

Interestingly, in such environments, the earbuds don’t seem to over-aggressively reduce noise, which is a good thing as it avoids producing unnecessary hissing sounds that some ANC earbuds tend to create.

In extremely noisy conditions, the ANC continues to deliver solid performance, blocking out nearly 80% of surrounding sounds. While honking and running vehicle noises are still noticeable, they feel distant and less intrusive.

Overall, the ANC performance of the Redmi Buds 6 is quite impressive, especially considering its affordable price point.

ANC Performance: 4.1★

Mic & Call Quality

With 4 microphones and AI ENC, the Redmi Buds 6 performs exceptionally well for indoor calling. The person on the other end could hear the voice clearly, and we faced no issues during conversations.

However, as we moved to a noisy environment, the call quality started to deteriorate. While the ENC technology attempted to suppress background noise, it also compressed the voice, making it sound less natural.

Additionally, some background noise remained audible to the receiver, though the overall call quality was still decent.

So, if you primarily use the earbuds indoors, you’ll have no complaints. However, for outdoor use, the Redmi Buds 6 may fall short of high expectations.

Mic & Call Quality: 3.9★

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Battery Life

The company claims up to 10 hours of music playback with ANC off and 6.5 hours with ANC on. With the charging case, the total battery life is advertised at 42 hours.

In real-life testing, here’s what we observed:

• 7 hours 45 minutes at 80% volume with ANC disabled
• 4.5 hours at 80% volume with ANC enabled
• 34 hours total with ANC disabled (including the case)
• 20 hours total with ANC enabled (including the case)

The earbuds also support fast charging, providing up to 4 hours of playback at 50% volume with just 10 minutes of charging.

Overall, the battery life is quite impressive, especially with ANC turned off, and still very respectable with ANC enabled.

Battery Life: 4.2★

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Additional Features

• The Redmi Buds 6 supports dual-device pairing and in-ear detection, both of which are highly convenient features.

• The earbuds also offer app support, allowing for customization of multiple settings. However, the app requires significant improvements as it suffers from alignment issues, and you need to create an account to access all its features fully.

• Unfortunately, there’s no dedicated gaming mode, which results in noticeable latency during gaming sessions.

• On the bright side, the earbuds come with an IP54 rating, making them capable of handling minor water splashes, which is decent for everyday use.

Features: 3.8★

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Pros and Cons

Comfortable fit
Good sound quality
Clear vocals and decently crisp trebles
Good bass quality
Solid battery life
Impressive ANC for the price
Dual-device pairing and in-ear detection
IP54 rating

Noticeable latency in gaming
Lacks deep and heavy bass
Sound profile changes slightly with ANC enabled

Overall Rating: 4.01★

Conclusion

Overall, the Redmi Buds 6 offer good value for money, though they don’t quite reach exceptional levels.

You get a well-rounded experience with good sound quality, comfortable fit, and solid battery life. That said, the earbuds do miss out on certain features, which could be deal-breakers for some users.

If you’re someone who prefers deep, heavy bass, you might want to consider other alternatives in the same price range. However, for most users, the Redmi Buds 6 is definitely worth considering.

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FAQs

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