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| Buds 5 Pro | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $207.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦290,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Xiaomi | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | February 27, 2025 (China); March 2, 2025 (global, MWC) | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | Global €199.99 (~$207 USD); China CNY 1,299/1,499 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 11mm coaxial triple-driver | — |
| Driver Type | Coaxial triple driver: dual-magnetic dynamic + planar tweeter | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 15Hz - 50kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Spatial audio with head tracking, AI speech-to-text, Wi-Fi audio streaming (Wi-Fi edition) | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, up to 55dB ultra-wideband adaptive ANC | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Xiaomi Earbuds app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, as low as 50 ms (LE Audio) | — |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Transparency / Off, Spatial Audio | — |
| Touch Controls | Yes, customizable via app | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Google Assistant / Siri (via phone); AI transcription | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | BLE, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, two devices |
| Range | 10m (open space) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Lossless (48kHz/24-bit) | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Titan Gray, Ceramic White, Translucent Black | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 25.78 x 31.39 x 21.24mm; Case 60.5 x 48.45 x 26.79mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Plastic housing, silicone tips | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | Earbud 5.6g; Case 41.8g | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 53-64mAh; Case 570mAh | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10 min = 4 hours | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | 8-10 hrs; up to 40 hrs with case | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | — | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 3 mics per earbud | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 3-mic AI noise reduction | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Multiple silicone sizes | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Yes | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS | — |
| Profiles Supported | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, BLE | — |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.4+; Wi-Fi edition streams direct from Wi-Fi | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Xiaomi's most advanced earbuds yet — rare Wi-Fi audio streaming edition, coaxial triple driver, and up to 55dB ANC. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |