The market is full of affordable TWS earbuds, but not all of them satisfy true audiophiles. If you identify as a true audio enthusiast and are unwilling to compromise on sound quality, only a pair of premium TWS earbuds will fulfill your requirements. Here, we’ve put together a list of premium TWS earbuds that you can find in India.
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Sony WF-1000X M5 (Rs. 24,990)
The WF-1000XM5 is the latest premium TWS earbuds from the house of Sony. Launched at a premium price of Rs. 24,990, the WF-1000X M5 offers the best noise-canceling performance and a truly immersive audio signature. Compared to its forerunners, the XM5s are 25% smaller and 20% lighter. The casing now weighs 39 grams,and each earbud weighs just 5.9 grams, putting the total weight to slightly over 50 grams.
According to Sony, the new 8.4mm Dynamic Drivers, enhances lower frequencies while providing less distorted coverage of a larger range of 20 – 40,000 Hz sound frequencies. The earbuds are compatible with the most recent Bluetooth 5.3 standard, with the addition of LC3 codec support promising better latency and less battery consumption than the SBS and AAC legacy codecs. These earbuds are one of the best options available for those looking for a premium quality earbuds.
Specifications
- Bluetooth connectivity: 5.3 SBC, AAC, LDAC LE audio
- Water resistance Earbuds: IPX4 water-resistant build
- Battery: 8 hrs
- Charging: USB-C Wireless Fast charging
- Chipset: QN2e chip V2 processor
- Noise cancellation: yes
- Sensors: Bone conduction sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Touch control
Airpods Pro 2nd Gen (Rs. 23,899)
The AirPods Pro 2nd Gen. are a no-brainer if you have an iPhone.These premium Apple TWS earbuds generation) maintain the same iconic design as the original generation while making minor yet meaningful improvements. Powered by Apple’s H2 chip, the TWS earbuds ensure a powerful active noise cancellation (ANC),a solid battery life and seamless connectivity with Apple devices.
The AirPods Pro are now smarter than they were before thanks to the updated chipsets in the case and buds.These chips improve the AirPods’ battery life, active noise cancellation (ANC), and sound quality making it another great option in the premium price range. You can purchase the Airpods Pro 2nd gen at a discounted price of Rs. 18,500 on Flipkart during the Big Billion Days Sale.
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Specifications
- Bluetooth connectivity: 5.0
- Water resistance Earbuds: IPX4 water-resistant build
- Weight 4.5 gm
- Battery: 30 hrs
- Charging: Lightning Port, USB Type-C, Wireless Charging
- Noise cancellation: yes
- Sensors: Dual beamforming microphones., Inward-facing microphone, Skin-detect sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Speech-detecting accelerometer, Touch control
Galaxy Buds Pro 2nd Gen. (Rs. 14,999)
Samsung also offers a solid product in the sub-15K TWS earbuds category in the form of Galaxy Buds Pro 2nd Gen. These TWS earbuds come in a tiny matte finish case and ensure a comfortable wearing experience. Along with a comfortable fit, the TWS earbuds offer immersive sound signature, and superior active noise cancellation (ANC) of low frequencies.
The Galaxy Buds Pro 2nd Gen. supports scalable advanced Bluetooth codecs and wireless charging. Buds 2 Pros are better and stay on in your ears longer without needing to adjust. However, if you use earbuds while lying down and if you are a side sleeper, the APPs are more comfortable. The Buds 2 Pros begin to hurt after a few hours. The headphones sound best when connected to a Samsung phone, as non-Samsung While owners of other Android phones have fewer codec options.
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The best part, the Galaxy Buds Pro 2nd Gen. can be purchased for as low as Rs. 3,000 on Amazon.in in the Great Indian Festival Sale, so don’t miss the chance.
Specifications
- Bluetooth connectivity: 5.3
- Water resistance Earbuds: IPX4 water-resistant build
- Battery: 8 hrs
- Charging: USB-C
- weight: 5.5 gm
- Noise cancellation: yes
- Sensors: Bone conduction sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Touch control
Bose QuiteComfort Earbuds 2 (Rs. 19,399)
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come from the brand that practically invented noise cancellation. Bose’s first foray into the genuine wireless earbud market, meanwhile, didn’t exactly succeed as its over-ear cans did, and it swiftly fell behind rivals Sony and Apple; however, we can vouch for their performance.
Bose has tailored the QCE II’s acoustic response and noise reduction to each user’s unique ear canal. The company’s proprietary technology, called CustomTune, automatically adjusts ANC and sound frequency to the level that is most comfortable for your ear using an audio signal that is picked up by a microphone inside each earbud. Unlike many rivals, the Bose tips are super soft and, although they don’t burrow into your ears, they still manage to maintain a great seal.Bose QuiteComfort is one great option for those looking for a premium earbuds in India.
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Specifications
- Bluetooth connectivity: 5.3 SBC, AAC, LDAC LE audio
- Water resistance Earbuds: IPX4 water-resistant build
- Battery: 8 hrs
- Charging: USB-C Wireless Fast charging
- Chipset: QN2e chip V2 processor
- Noise cancellation: yes
- Sensors: Bone conduction sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Touch control
Oppo Enco X2 (Rs. 9,499)
The Oppo Enco range has always impressed us with their overall sound signature and tuning. The Enco X2 are the current generation premium TWS earbuds from Oppo. These TWS earbuds has an AirPods Pro-inspired stem design. The style is a little more subdued this time, which I like better than the Enco X’s dazzling shine. Semi-oval silicone tips are provided. Since no two pairs of ears are exactly alike, Oppo provides you with a selection of ear tips.
The TWS earbuds support the SBC and AAC Bluetooth codecs. The earphones are claimed to provide superior audio on calls and have active noise cancellation and AI-based environmental noise suppression with a frequency response range of 20-20,000Hz. At 4.7 grams each, the earphones are also on the lighter side compared to the case’s 56.4 grams.The Oppo Enco X2 earbuds are rated IP54 for dust and water resistance so they can be okay with sweat but not in the swimming pool. Oppo Enco X2 are great yet affordable earbuds in the premium range.
Specifications
- Bluetooth connectivity: 5.2 SBC, AAC
- Water resistance Earbuds: IP54 water-resistant build
- weight: 56 gm
- Battery: 28 hrs
- Charging: USB-C
- Noise cancellation: yes
- Sensors: Bone conductor sensor, Optical Sensor for Wear Detection