Realme Buds T01

The Realme Buds T01 are an affordable pair of truly wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds designed to deliver solid performance in everyday use, especially for budget-conscious consumers. These earbuds blend modern features like Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, AI Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) for calls, and an ultra-low-latency gaming mode, making them versatile for calls, music, video, and gaming alike.

Design & Build

The Buds T01 feature a compact and ergonomic half in-ear design, which ensures a comfortable and lightweight fit, weighing just around 4g per earbud. This makes them suitable for prolonged use without discomfort. The charging case is also pocket-sized and minimalistic, available in attractive color variants like black and white. The earbuds are IPX4 rated, which provides basic protection against sweat and light splashes, making them fit for workouts and light outdoor use.

Audio Performance

Powered by a 13mm dynamic bass driver, the T01 delivers a satisfying audio profile with strong bass, decent mids, and crisp highs. While they may not rival high-end earbuds in sound clarity or separation, for their price range, they offer an immersive listening experience, particularly for casual music listeners and video watchers. The AI ENC ensures that background noise is minimized during calls, leading to clearer voice quality.

Connectivity & Controls

Equipped with Bluetooth 5.4, the Buds T01 provide stable and fast connections with both Android and iOS devices. Pairing is simple, especially with Google Fast Pair support. Touch controls on each bud allow users to play/pause music, skip tracks, answer calls, and activate voice assistants. All controls can be further customized via the Realme Link app.

Gaming Mode & Latency

One of the key highlights is the 88ms low-latency mode, which reduces audio lag during gaming or video playback. This makes the Buds T01 suitable for mobile gamers or those watching fast-paced content on platforms like YouTube and Netflix.

Battery Life

The earbuds provide up to 7 hours of playback on a single charge, with the charging case extending total usage to 28 hours. Additionally, just 10 minutes of charging yields 2 hours of playback, thanks to fast charging support via USB-C.