Huawei introduced the FreeBuds 7 wireless earbuds on September 7, 2026, alongside the Mate XT 2 tri-fold phone. This launch matters because the company is pushing its third-generation self-developed audio AI chip to deliver significantly faster noise cancellation. Buyers who prioritize clear voice calls in noisy environments will find the new specifications directly relevant to their daily use.
New earbuds feature third-gen AI chip and 100dB call noise reduction
The FreeBuds 7 utilize a semi-in-ear design that keeps each earbud lightweight at just 4.3 grams. Huawei claims the new chip samples surrounding noise 400,000 times per second with a processing latency of only 8 microseconds. This hardware foundation supports the earbuds' core function of active noise reduction and call clarity.
Specifications
- Price: 999 yuan
- Weight: 4.3 grams
- Call Noise Reduction: 100dB two-way silent calls
- Chip Sampling Rate: 400,000 times per second
- Chip Latency: 8 microseconds
Huawei states that the new audio AI chip offers 100% more computing power than the previous generation. The company claims this results in noise reduction depth that is 230% better and a bandwidth that is 275% wider. The AI perception algorithm also achieves a convergence speed that is 750% faster than before.
For voice communication, the earbuds support 100dB two-way silent calls to isolate user voices from background noise. The charging case is 25% smaller and 17% lighter than the previous model, improving portability. We looked at Huawei's audio strategy earlier while tracking their recent hardware releases.
The Huawei FreeBuds 7 are priced at 999 YUAN (around $148) CNY (around $148) in China. This pricing positions the earbuds as an accessible option for users seeking advanced AI-driven audio features. The product is now available for purchase in the Chinese market.
Source: GIZMOCHINA
