Table of Contents
- Design and usability
- Audio quality
- calls and games
- Battery and connectivity
- Conclusion and price
Currently the Realme is one of the largest Chinese smartphone and mobile technology manufacturers, directly rivaling the giant Xiaomi. Now, the company is investing in the market for peripherals and accessories for smartphones such as wireless headphones and smartwatches.
the wireless headphones Realme buds q are the third model in this lineup and bring a completely wire-free experience to users while delivering great sound quality and long battery life. The following is a complete breakdown of all the details of this great product.
Design and usabilityThe headphones Realme buds q were designed in collaboration with renowned designer Jose Levy, coming in three color options: black, white and yellow. Even with the black color becoming a trend for electronics nowadays, the white color of the case and headphones manages to give a touch of elegance and discretion to the Realme buds q. The case has a magnetic lid and there's a Micro-USB port for charging on the back, plus it's quite compact and easily fits in your pocket.
The first surprise you get when you try the Realme buds q is their weight: wireless headphones only weigh 3.6 grams each! You can barely feel the earbuds in your ears when they fit comfortably inside your ears. In this way, the headphones create good quality noise isolation and a hassle-free fit for the wearer.
Unlike other wireless headphone models like Apple's Air Pods and Samsung's Galaxy Buds Live, the Realme buds q It has touch-sensitive controls on each of the earbuds. Unfortunately they are not as practical as you might think, as the touch zones are very small and are not easy to locate while they are positioned on the ears. As the buttons are not very responsive, it becomes more practical to control music and call directly from the smartphone.
You can customize the controls for the Realme buds q through the app Realme link, available for Android and iOS. With the app it is also possible to use the voice assistant on your smartphone to switch the audio modes of the Realme buds q. A pity that only through the app it is possible to view the battery level of the headphones, since through the Android interface the charge level of the devices is not displayed in the notification bar.
Audio qualityWhile previous models of Realme's truly wireless headphones lacked sound quality, the Realme buds q hits the nail on the head in this regard. The audio has top-notch sound quality thanks to AAC codec support and the headphones' internal channel design.
The sonic signature (or timbre) and tuning are excellent, and the sound is very balanced and uniform for the most diverse types of musical genres – from classical music to heavy metal. There's still a noticeable bass boost and a definite dip in the mid-range, but the sound feels more balanced than aggressive.
Despite this, the sound of Realme buds q It's not as targeted and to the point as other competing models, so buyers looking for sound quality should consider wired headphones for higher quality sound experiences.
O Realme buds q has its best sound around the 90% volume level. Turning it up to maximum volume makes the sound a little shrill, while turning it down removes many of the sounds except the bass. This issue in terms of selecting the right volume can be bothersome for many users, especially if you are used to listening at lower volumes or need more attention to hear your surroundings.
Thus, even with the volume level of 90%, the Realme buds q it's not as noisy as would be the case with most other wireless headphones at the same price.
calls and gamesO Realme buds q works great as a hands-free headset, except for the aforementioned issue of touch buttons requiring the user to usually answer the call using their smartphone. You can be heard and heard clearly in long conversations using the Realme buds q.
In addition, the low latency mode for gaming works in such a way that there is a small reduction in sound quality, with an equivalent improvement in latency. However, there was still an audible delay. If you are a mobile gamer, the Realme buds q It's still not the perfect replacement for your wired headphones.
Battery and connectivity
While we normally see some form of status and battery level indicators on the headphones or even the charging case like most wireless headphone models, the Realme buds q there is none. The only way to tell if the headphones are on is through audio prompts, and you'll have to rely on your smartphone to know how much power you have left.
O Realme buds q supports both SBC and AAC Bluetooth codecs, which is impressive for its price and format. The headset features 10mm dynamic drivers and uses Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity. In addition, they are rated IPX4 for water resistance.
In terms of battery, it is possible to use the headphones at higher volumes and with mixed use for about 3,5 hours. The case added four more charges for about 20 hours of total usage per charge cycle, so you won't have to recharge the headphones too high a frequency. At a time when it is so common to use connections USB Type-C it is strange that Realme chooses to continue using an old connector of the type micro USB for device charging.
Conclusion and priceRealme's most affordable truly wireless headset is also the one that offers the best sound experience for the user. THE Realm Buds Q can be found at major electronics retail stores, costing around R$229,00. Couple this attractive price with a lightweight, practical design with decent performance for voice calls, and you have one of the best wireless headphones out there.
O Realm Buds Q has some issues with the touch buttons and the sound quality can be a little lacking for listening to music of specific genres at different volume levels, but considering its low price when compared to competitors, it's an option you need to consider. if you want to invest in truly wireless headphones.
Realme Buds Q Technical Specifications
| Conectividade | Bluetooth 5.0 and Micro-USB charging |
| Resistance | Water resistant and washable with IPX4 rating |
| Battery | Duration of 3 to 4 hours in isolation and up to 20 hours inside the case |
| sound frequency | 20Hz-20KHz |
| Dimensions | Headphones: 19,8 x 17,55 x 22,5mm Case: 59,8 x 45 x 29,9mm |
| Weight | Headphones: 3,6g each Case: 28,2g |
| Colors | black, white and yellow |
