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Redmi Buds 8 Lite vs Redmi Buds 6 Lite

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

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Redmi Buds 8 Lite

Redmi Buds 8 Lite

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • Bluetooth 5.4.
KSh 3,790In Stock
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Redmi Buds 6 Lite

Redmi Buds 6 Lite

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 38 hours with the case.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
  • Ten minutes for up to two hours.
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Redmi Buds 8 Lite if you want Bluetooth 5.4. Choose the Redmi Buds 6 Lite if you prefer Bluetooth Low Energy / HFP / A2DP /.

Connections

Redmi Buds 8 Lite
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Redmi Buds 6 Lite
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Battery life

Redmi Buds 8 Lite
Up to 36 hours with the case
Redmi Buds 6 Lite
Up to 38 hours with the case

Controls

Redmi Buds 8 Lite
Touch controls for everyday use
Redmi Buds 6 Lite
Touch controls for playback

Fit

Redmi Buds 8 Lite
True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Redmi Buds 6 Lite
In-ear fit

Weight

Redmi Buds 8 Lite
4.5 g per earbud
Redmi Buds 6 Lite
4.2 g per earbud

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi Buds 8 Lite

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4.
  • Connection: Bluetooth 5.4.

Redmi Buds 6 Lite

  • Connection: Bluetooth Low Energy / HFP / A2DP /.
  • Active noise cancellation.

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Redmi Buds 8 Lite

  • True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
  • 4.5 g per earbud.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
  • Up to 42dB wide-frequency active noise cancellation.
  • Bluetooth 5.4.
  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
  • 10-minute charge provides up to 2 hours.
  • Works with the Xiaomi Earbuds app.

Redmi Buds 6 Lite

  • In-ear fit.
  • 4.2 g per earbud.
  • Up to 38 hours with the case.
  • Touch gestures.
  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Bluetooth 5.3.
  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
  • Ten minutes for up to two hours.
  • Xiaomi Earbuds.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
BrandRedmiRedmi
ModelBuds 8 Lite57179; 57181; 57186
Announced2026—
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack, White, BlueBlack; White; Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Weight4.5g ±0.2g per earbud4.2g ±0.2g per earbud; 47g ±1g total
Dimensions31.02 × 21.45 × 23.48mm per earbud31 × 21.4 × 23.45mm per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Battery LifeUp to 8 hours; AAC at 50% volume, ANC and dual-device connection disabledUp to seven hours per charge; AAC at 50% volume with ANC off in manufacturer testing
Fast Charging10-minute charge provides up to 2 hours; case battery at least 20%, ANC disabledTen minutes for up to two hours; case at least 20%; AAC, 50% volume, ANC and transparency off
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C on charging case

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
ConnectionBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth Low Energy / HFP / A2DP / AVRCP
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
App SupportXiaomi Earbuds app; Android 6.0 or later / iOS 14.0 or laterXiaomi Earbuds; Android 6.0 or iOS 14.0 and later; Android app 1.20.0 / iOS app 1.11.0 and later
Bluetooth Range—Up to 10m in unobstructed open space

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Special FeaturesGoogle Fast Pair; app EQ; AI wind-noise reductionGoogle Fast Pair on supported Android devices; AAC audio; app EQ and gestures

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Drivers12.4mm titanium-diaphragm dynamic drivers12.4mm titanium-diaphragm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz
Impedance32Ω32Ω
Audio CodecsSBC and AAC—
Active Noise CancellationUp to 42dB wide-frequency active noise cancellation; maximum applies at a specific frequency rangeHybrid ANC; up to 40dB in specified frequency range; 2kHz noise-cancellation range
MicrophonesDual-Mic AI Noise Reduction (6m/s wind resistance)Dual microphones with AI call noise reduction; wind reduction tested up to 6m/s
Transparency / Ambient Mode—Supported; referenced in official battery test conditions
Audio Features—Four preset EQ settings and one custom setting through Xiaomi Earbuds

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 36 hours total with charging caseUp to 38 hours total playback including case under manufacturer test conditions
Case ChargingUSB-C480mAh battery; 5V 500mA MAX input; 5V 200mA MAX output
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Dimensions56.43 × 55.99 × 26.24mm57 × 55.95 × 26.85mm
Case Weight35.2g ±2g38.5g ±1g
Case FeaturesProtective charging casePairing/reset button; protective charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—IP54 rating excludes charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesTouch gestures; configurable supported gestures through Xiaomi Earbuds
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54 earbuds only; charging case excludedIP54 earbuds only; excludes charging case; avoid hot water, showers and immersion
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions—In-ear fit

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Buds 8 LiteRedmi Buds 6 Lite
Headphones / EarbudsBuds 8 Lite earbudsRedmi Buds 6 Lite earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableNot included in the official package contents list—
Audio CableTrue wireless designNot applicable — true wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesEar tips/accessories supplied for the product design—
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationUser manual

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP54.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 12.4 mm drivers.
  • Same frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz.

In summary

Buds 8 Lite and Buds 6 Lite are closely matched on the features compared here.

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