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Redmi Buds 6 Play vs Xiaomi Type-C

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Redmi Buds 6 Play

Redmi Buds 6 Play

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • 32.8 g for the case.
KSh 1,770In Stock
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Xiaomi Type-C earphones

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • 13.5 g.
  • wired connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Wired device.
  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
KSh 860In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Xiaomi Type-C earphones if you want IP54 water resistance and larger 12.4 mm drivers. Choose the Redmi Buds 6 Play if you prefer Bluetooth 5.4.

Connections

Redmi Buds 6 Play
Bluetooth connection
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Wired connection

Fit

Redmi Buds 6 Play
True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C Wired Earphones

Weight

Redmi Buds 6 Play
3.6 g per earbud
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
13.5 g

Battery life

Redmi Buds 6 Play
Up to 36 hours with the case
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Wired device

Controls

Redmi Buds 6 Play
Touch Control
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi Buds 6 Play

  • Connection: Bluetooth 5.4.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
  • Larger drivers: 12.4 mm.
  • Connection: USB-C wired.
  • wired connection.

What matters most to you?

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How each product answers the questions buyers ask most. Untick a topic to hide it.

Neither has noise cancellation for listening.

Redmi Buds 6 Play

  • True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
  • 3.6 g per earbud.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Touch Control.
  • Bluetooth 5.4.
  • IPX4 water and dust resistance.
  • Ten minutes for up to three hours.
  • 10mm Dynamic.
  • 16Ω.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • USB-C Wired Earphones.
  • 13.5 g.
  • Wired device.
  • Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volume.
  • USB-C wired.
  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
  • 12.4mm driver.
  • 32 ohms.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
BrandRedmiXiaomi
ModelBuds 6 Play57982; 57983
Announced20242024
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsUSB-C Wired Earphones
ColorWhite; Pink; Black; BlueBlack; White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Weight3.6g (Per Earbud), 32.8g (Case)13.5g
Dimensions20.6 × 14.5 × 22mm per earbud—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Battery LifeUp to 7.5 hours; up to 36 hours with charging caseWired device
Fast ChargingTen minutes for up to three hours; charging case at least 35%Wired device
Charging PortUSB-C on charging caseWired device
Charging Time—Wired device
Wireless Charging—Wired device

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
ConnectionBluetooth 5.4USB-C wired
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Wired design
Bluetooth RangeUp to 10m in open space without obstaclesWired design
App SupportXiaomi Earbuds app; five EQ presets and touch-control settings—
Multipoint Connection—Wired design
Connector—Reversible USB-C
Cable Length—1.25m; TPE sheath

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Special FeaturesAndroid (Google Fast Pair) & iOSCompatible USB-C headset audio equipment; audio and remote support depend on connected device

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Drivers10mm Dynamic12.4mm driver
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz—
Impedance16Ω32 ohms
Active Noise CancellationNo — call noise reduction is separate from listening ANCNo
MicrophonesAI Noise Reduction for CallsInline HD microphone with noise reduction for calls
Audio Features—Sensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW, 1000Hz

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Case TypeCharging caseNo charging case
Case Battery LifeIncluded in the total battery-life figures above—
Case ChargingUSB-C—
Case Charging PortUSB-C—
Case Dimensions53.9 × 53.9 × 27.4mm—
Case Weight32.8g—
Case FeaturesProtective charging case—
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
ControlsTouch ControlThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volume
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4 (Splash and Sweat Resistant)IP54; protection can diminish with use; do not bathe or immerse

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 6 PlayXiaomi Type-C earphones
Headphones / EarbudsBuds 6 Play earbudsXiaomi Type-C Earphones
Charging CaseCharging caseNo charging case
Audio CableTrue wireless designProduct design does not use a detachable audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesAdditional S and L ear tips—
DocumentationUser manualOne user manual
Charging Cable—No charging required

Similarities

  • Neither has active noise cancellation.

In summary

Choose Xiaomi Type-C earphones for IP54 water and dust resistance and drivers.

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