Besides the standard version Redmi Buds 3 that we have on hand in the previous article, Xiaomi also introduces another “cheap” wireless headset model in the Vietnamese market called Redmi Buds 3 Lite. In the Chinese market, this headset is also known as Youth Edition, and has an even cheaper price, only 350,000 VND.
With the genuine version priced at only VND 490,000, how will users receive a headset and is it worth buying?
Redmi Buds 3 Lite has the same box as the standard Redmi Buds 3, but in black color. As far as we know, this headset model also has a white option
The design of the Buds 3 Lite’s charging box is quite common, finished from rough plastic to limit sweat and dirty fingerprints, but it is quite rickety and does not feel solid.
The back of the charging box only has the familiar “Redmi” logo, the front is a status light, there is no button to pair with a smartphone, users just need to open the cover of the charging box and do the pairing as usual.
The bottom edge has a USB-C charging port
Due to the low cost, the hinge of the charging box has a rather loose design, when closed it does not fit completely and can still be moved by hand. This is the only minus point about the overall design of Redmi Buds 3 Lite
Unlike the standard version that uses an earbuds design that may not be suitable for many users, with the Lite version, Xiaomi uses a popular in-ear design and can be customized with each ear size of the wearer. This design is similar to the Galaxy Buds lines when the earphone tail is omitted
Of course, Xiaomi also includes ear tips so that users can adjust themselves for the most comfort
Redmi Buds 3 Lite feels more solid thanks to the rubber ear tips, the sound quality from there is also fixed unchanged and close to what the manufacturer has tweaked the most. In terms of on-hand experience, Redmi Buds 3 Lite is appreciated by us more than the standard Redmi Buds 3
In terms of sound quality, because it is a super cheap headset, users should not expect a good sound quality on Redmi Buds 3 Lite. The initial feeling when wearing this headset is that it is not inclined to any sound range, the bass range is much worse than the other two bands and the detail is moderate.
Redmi Buds 3 Lite is a bit weak in the low range
Xiaomi has also slightly boosted the bass range of this headset, but it has not done so, making the bass range very mysterious when listening to music with pounding drums, or even electronic music. for a comfortable listening experience. If you are used to listening to headphone models with bass or V-shape, Redmi Buds 3 Lite is really a “disaster”.
However, it must be said again and again, the price of less than 500,000 VND of Redmi Buds 3 Lite, it is clear that the sound quality of this headset is completely acceptable, still very good for ordinary users who only need one ear. Wireless listening meets the basic needs. In addition, using Redmi Buds 3 Lite to listen to light music or market Pop music is still fine.
Another advantage of Redmi Buds 3 Lite comes from battery life. Despite the loss of the earphone tail, but according to Xiaomi’s announcement, this headset still gives up to 5 hours of battery life at the same time, expanding to nearly 20 hours with the included charging box. The headset also integrates Bluetooth 5.2 with high stability, IP54 water and dust resistance.
Redmi Buds 3 Lite is currently being sold in Vietnam market for only 490,000 VND (refer to CellphoneS system). This is an extremely good price for a wireless headset model that has many advantages such as good battery life, Bluetooth 5.2 and IP54 water resistance.