Xiaomi’s REDMI brand has officially announced that its first over-ear noise-canceling headphones will be released in China this month. Pre-orders are now open, and customers can already visit Xiaomi stores to experience the new model in person. The product appears closely related to the REDMI Headphones Neo, which previously launched in overseas markets with 42dB active noise cancellation, a 40mm dynamic driver, long battery life, and an affordable price positioning.
Core features and audio hardware
The new REDMI over-ear headphones focus on delivering a practical audio experience for daily users rather than targeting the ultra-premium segment. The headphones use a 40mm dynamic driver, which should provide stronger bass response and fuller sound compared with smaller compact headphone designs.
The product also supports up to 42dB active noise cancellation, helping reduce background noise in public transport, offices, cafés, and other noisy environments. For calls, REDMI includes a 3-microphone AI noise cancellation system, designed to improve voice clarity by filtering out surrounding sound.
Another important feature is Hi-Res Gold certification, which indicates that the headphones are tuned for higher-quality audio performance. Users can also adjust the sound profile through smartphone EQ settings, making the device more flexible for different music styles.
Specs
The currently known product details are listed below:
- Product category: REDMI over-ear noise-canceling headphones
- Related overseas model: REDMI Headphones Neo
- Driver: 40mm dynamic driver
- Noise cancellation: Up to 42dB ANC
- Call quality: 3-microphone AI call noise cancellation
- Audio certification: Hi-Res Gold
- Battery life: Up to 72 hours
- Fast charging: 10 minutes of charging provides up to 5 hours of use
- Colors: Black and White overseas; domestic version appears to include an additional color option
- Design: Ergonomic over-ear structure, breathable earcups, adjustable headband, and REDMI logo branding
In Japan, the overseas REDMI Headphones Neo was priced at 6,980 yen, which is approximately $48. The same price was also noted as roughly 294.9 yuan, or around $41. Since the newly announced version is being introduced for the Chinese market, its final local price and exact sales date should be confirmed by Xiaomi’s official China channels.
How the product improves REDMI’s audio lineup
This launch is important because REDMI has traditionally focused on budget-friendly smartphones, smart bands, earbuds, and ecosystem products. By entering the over-ear noise-canceling headphone category, REDMI is expanding into a segment that is becoming more popular among students, commuters, gamers, and remote workers.
The combination of 42dB ANC, 72-hour battery life, and fast charging makes the headphones highly competitive in the affordable audio market. A 10-minute charge providing up to 5 hours of playback is especially useful for users who forget to charge their headphones before going out.
The ergonomic design and breathable earcups also show that REDMI is targeting long listening sessions. This makes the headphones suitable not only for music, but also for video calls, online classes, gaming, and travel.
