Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Active Black Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with 37H Battery Life AI Noise Reduction

The Redmi Buds 8 Active Black skips silicone tips entirely. Instead of sealing your ear canal, a semi-in-ear shape rests lightly against the outer ear, which means you hear traffic, conversation and your own footsteps at the same time as your music — a deliberate trade-off, not a missing feature.

Redmi Buds 8 Active Black: Open-Fit, Not Sealed

An open, unoccluded fit means nothing pushes into the ear canal, which several reviewers have highlighted as noticeably more comfortable over long sessions than tip-based earbuds — there is no pressure buildup, and no risk of a tip working loose or feeling uncomfortable after a few hours.

The shape rests against the outer ear using its own geometry rather than a silicone seal, so fit depends more on ear shape than tip size. At roughly 3.8 g per earbud, weight is rarely what ends a long listening session.

Redmi Buds 8 Active Black: A 14.2mm Titanium-Coated Driver

Xiaomi fitted a 14.2mm dynamic driver with a titanium-coated diaphragm, which the company says improves transient response specifically in the midrange and treble — the frequencies where vocals and instrument detail live. For an open-fit design with no seal to help contain bass, a driver this size is doing real work to keep the sound full rather than thin.

Full specifications are on the official Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Active page.

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No ANC, and Why That Is Stated Plainly

Xiaomi confirms directly that the Redmi Buds 8 Active do not support active noise cancellation for listening. The AI noise reduction feature onboard is specifically for calls, using dual microphones to filter background noise so the person on the other end hears you more clearly — it does not quiet the world while you listen to music.

If ANC for music is what you actually need, this is not that product. If you want an open, aware listening experience with clear calls, that is exactly what it is built for.

Who Black Suits

Black is the least conspicuous of the three colours, matching most gear and hiding scuffs from daily pocket carry better than the lighter finishes. It is the sensible default if the colour itself is not a priority.

White and Blue offer identical hardware in more visible finishes if you would rather the earbuds stood out or matched a specific look.

Redmi Buds 8 Active Black and IP54 Protection

The earbuds themselves carry an IP54 rating, covering sweat during workouts and light rain splashes. The charging case is explicitly not rated for water resistance, so it is worth keeping the case itself out of wet conditions even though the earbuds tolerate them.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Active
• Colour: Black
• Type: True wireless, semi-in-ear (open-fit) design, no silicone tips
• Driver: 14.2mm dynamic driver with titanium-coated diaphragm
• Noise Control: No active noise cancellation (ANC); dual-microphone AI noise reduction for calls only
• Wind Reduction: Effective up to 6 m/s wind speed on calls
• Water Resistance: IP54 on the earbuds; charging case is not water resistant
• Battery per Earbud: 37 mAh, up to 7 hours playback
• Charging Case Battery: 475 mAh, up to 37 hours total with the case
• Fast Charge: 10 minutes gives up to 2 hours of playback
• Charging: USB-C port on the case; no charging cable included
• Battery Replacement: Not user-replaceable
• Bluetooth: 5.4, codecs SBC and AAC
• Connectivity: Multipoint dual-device connection, Google Fast Pair, HyperOS Connect on compatible Xiaomi devices
• EQ: 5 presets plus a 10-band custom equaliser in the Xiaomi Earbuds app
• Weight: Approximately 3.8 g per earbud
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

FAQ – Redmi Buds 8 Active Black

Does the Redmi Buds 8 Active Black have noise cancellation?

No, there is no ANC for listening. Dual-microphone AI noise reduction is included specifically for clearer calls.

Will these fall out during exercise?

The open-fit shape rests against the outer ear using its geometry rather than a seal, and reviewers report a secure fit for typical daily and workout use.

Is the charging case waterproof?

No, only the earbuds themselves carry the IP54 rating. The case should be kept dry.

Does it come with a charging cable?

No, any standard USB-C cable works with the charging case.

Can the Redmi Buds 8 Active Black battery be replaced?

No, the battery is not user-replaceable, which is standard for earbuds at this price point.

Does Totot deliver across the UAE?

Yes. We ship nationwide via Aramex for a fixed AED 10, with cash on delivery, Tabby and Tamara available at checkout.