Redmi Buds 8 Active vs Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
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| Feature |  Redmi Buds 8 Active |  Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 4,500.00 | KSh 4,500.00 |
| Drivers | 14.2 mm titanium-coated dynamic driver | 16mm titanium-coated drivers |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours per charge; up to 37 hours total with case | Up to 8 hours; up to 36 hours with charging case |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 earbuds | IPX5 (earbuds) |
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General
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Redmi | Soundcore |
| Model | Redmi Buds 8 Active | V20i |
| Announced | 2026 | 2024 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds |
| Color | Blue, Black, White | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours per charge; up to 37 hours total with case | Up to 8 hours; up to 36 hours with charging case |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes provides up to 2 hours | 10 minutes provides up to 1 hour |
| Charging Port | USB-C (charging case) | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 m | 10m / 33ft |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes — dual-device connectivity | Yes |
| Connector | N/A - wireless audio connection | — |
| Cable Length | N/A - no audio cable | — |
| App Support | Xiaomi Earbuds app | Soundcore app |
Features
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Google Fast Pair; dual-device connectivity | Four-position adjustable open-ear fit; customizable lights |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 14.2 mm titanium-coated dynamic driver | 16mm titanium-coated drivers |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No | Open-ear situational awareness |
| Microphones | Dual-microphone AI call noise reduction | 4 microphones with AI |
| Audio Features | Customisable EQ | BassUp; customizable EQ and lights |
| Audio Codecs | — | SBC, AAC |
Charging Case
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 37 hours total including earbuds | Extends total playtime to 36 hours |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C charging |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | No | — |
| Case Features | Status indicator | Charging case |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch controls |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 earbuds | IPX5 (earbuds) |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | N/A - semi-in-ear open-fit design | Replaceable silicone ear tips |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Redmi Buds 8 Active | Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Redmi Buds 8 Active earbuds | V20i earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | — |
| Audio Cable | N/A - true wireless design | N/A - true wireless design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | N/A - semi-in-ear open-fit design | — |
| Documentation | User manual | Documentation |