Huawei FreeBuds 7i
Huawei FreeBuds SE 4

Huawei FreeBuds 7i Huawei FreeBuds SE 4

Common Features

  • Fit is in-ear on both products.
  • Ingress Protection (IP) rating is IP54 on both products.
  • Both products are sweat resistant.
  • Both products have no wires or cables.
  • Neither product is a neckband earbud.
  • Neither product includes wingtips.
  • Neither product has RGB lighting.
  • Both products have stereo speakers.
  • Both products have active noise cancellation (ANC).
  • Both products have passive noise reduction.
  • Lowest frequency is 20 Hz on both products.
  • Highest frequency is 20000 Hz on both products.
  • Neither product has Dolby Atmos.
  • Neither product has Dirac Virtuo.
  • Neither product has a neodymium magnet.
  • Neither product has wireless charging.
  • Neither product has a solar power battery.
  • Both products have a battery level indicator.
  • Both products have a rechargeable battery.
  • Both products have ambient sound mode.

Main Differences

  • Weight is 10.8 g on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 8.6 g on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • Driver unit size is 11 mm on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 10 mm on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • Supports spatial audio on Huawei FreeBuds 7i but not on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • Battery life is 8 hours on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 10 hours on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • Battery life of charging case is 27 hours on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 40 hours on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • Charge time is 1.5 hours on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 1 hour on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • LDAC support is available on Huawei FreeBuds 7i but not on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
  • In/on-ear detection is available on Huawei FreeBuds 7i but not on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.
Specs Comparison
Huawei FreeBuds 7i

Huawei FreeBuds 7i

Huawei FreeBuds SE 4

Huawei FreeBuds SE 4

Design:
Fit In-ear In-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP54 IP54
water resistance Sweat resistant Sweat resistant
weight 10.8 g 8.6 g
has no wires or cables
are neckband earbuds
wingtips included
has RGB lighting
has stereo speakers
has UV light
Has a display

Both the Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 have an in-ear fit, making them similar in design. They also both share an IP54 rating for ingress protection, meaning they offer sweat resistance, but neither is fully waterproof.

The Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 are slightly lighter, weighing 8.6 g compared to the FreeBuds 7i's 10.8 g. Both products are cable-free and do not include a neckband, keeping the design wireless and compact. Neither model includes wingtips, RGB lighting, or a display, so they both prioritize simplicity in design. Additionally, both feature stereo speakers but lack UV light functionality.

Overall, the design specifications for these two products are quite similar, with the FreeBuds SE 4 being a bit lighter while maintaining the same key features as the FreeBuds 7i, such as sweat resistance and an in-ear fit.

Sound quality:
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
has passive noise reduction
driver unit size 11 mm 10 mm
lowest frequency 20 Hz 20 Hz
highest frequency 20000 Hz 20000 Hz
supports spatial audio
has Dolby Atmos
has Dirac Virtuo
has a neodymium magnet

Both the Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 are equipped with active noise cancellation (ANC) and passive noise reduction, helping to reduce external noise during use. The FreeBuds 7i come with a slightly larger 11 mm driver unit, while the FreeBuds SE 4 have a 10 mm driver unit. This difference could lead to slight variations in sound output, though both models cover the same frequency range from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.

The FreeBuds 7i support spatial audio, which enhances the listening experience with immersive sound, while the FreeBuds SE 4 do not include spatial audio support. Neither model features Dolby Atmos or Dirac Virtuo, and neither uses a neodymium magnet for the driver unit.

Overall, the sound specifications are mostly similar, with the primary difference being the FreeBuds 7i's support for spatial audio and the slightly larger driver unit size, which may offer a marginally different audio experience compared to the FreeBuds SE 4.

Power:
Battery life 8 hours 10 hours
Battery life of charging case 27 hours 40 hours
charge time 1.5 hours 1 hours
has wireless charging
Has a solar power battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

The Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 differ in battery life. The FreeBuds 7i offer 8 hours of playback on a single charge, while the FreeBuds SE 4 provide a longer 10 hours. Both have a charging case that extends battery life, with the FreeBuds 7i offering 27 hours and the FreeBuds SE 4 providing up to 40 hours of additional use.

When it comes to charging time, the FreeBuds 7i take 1.5 hours to fully charge, while the FreeBuds SE 4 charge faster, needing only 1 hour. Neither model supports wireless charging, and neither has a solar power battery. Both feature a rechargeable battery and include a battery level indicator, so you can keep track of remaining power.

Overall, the FreeBuds SE 4 offer a longer battery life both for the earbuds themselves and in terms of the charging case, with a faster charge time, while the FreeBuds 7i have slightly less battery longevity and take longer to charge.

Connectivity:
has fast pairing
Has USB Type-C
Bluetooth version 5.4 5.4
has LDAC
has LDHC
has Bluetooth LE Audio
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Low Latency
has aptX HD
has aptX
has aptX Lossless
has aptX Voice
has Auracast
maximum Bluetooth range 10 m 10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Can be used wirelessly
has AAC

The Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 are similar in many connectivity aspects. Both feature USB Type-C ports for charging, Bluetooth version 5.4, and support AAC for audio streaming. Additionally, both can be used wirelessly and have a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters.

However, there is one key difference between the two models: the FreeBuds 7i supports LDAC, which allows for high-resolution audio streaming over Bluetooth, while the FreeBuds SE 4 do not. Both models lack fast pairing, Bluetooth LE Audio, and support for Bluetooth pairing via NFC.

Overall, the connectivity features of both products are nearly identical, with the FreeBuds 7i having the added advantage of LDAC support for higher quality audio over Bluetooth.

Features:
release date September 2025 August 2025
has ambient sound mode
has in/on-ear detection
has find device feature
Supports fast charging
can read notifications
Has a built-in translator
has a mute function
can be used as a headset
control panel placed on a device
Has voice prompts
travel bag is included
Has an in-line control panel
Has a temperature sensor
Has a built-in camera remote control function

The Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 share several features, including ambient sound mode, find device functionality, support for fast charging, a mute function, and the ability to be used as a headset. Both models also include a travel bag and feature voice prompts, making them convenient for users. Additionally, neither product has a built-in translator or a temperature sensor, and both lack a built-in camera remote control function.

One key difference is that the FreeBuds 7i include in/on-ear detection, which automatically pauses music when the earbuds are removed, while the FreeBuds SE 4 do not have this feature. Both models allow for control via a device and do not include an in-line control panel.

Overall, the feature sets of the two products are quite similar, with the main distinction being the FreeBuds 7i's in/on-ear detection, which the FreeBuds SE 4 lack.

Microphone:
number of microphones 6 6
has a noise-canceling microphone

Both the Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 feature the same microphone setup, with each model having 6 microphones. Additionally, both products are equipped with noise-canceling microphones to improve call clarity by reducing background noise.

In terms of microphone capabilities, there is no difference between the two models, as both offer the same number of microphones and noise-canceling features.

Overall, the microphone specifications are identical for both the FreeBuds 7i and FreeBuds SE 4, ensuring similar performance in terms of voice quality and noise reduction during calls.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Huawei FreeBuds 7i and Huawei FreeBuds SE 4. Both earbuds feature an in-ear fit, are sweat resistant, have stereo speakers, and support active noise cancellation. Huawei FreeBuds 7i weighs 10.8 g while Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 weighs 8.6 g. The driver unit size is 11 mm on Huawei FreeBuds 7i and 10 mm on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4, with spatial audio supported on the 7i but not on the SE 4. Battery life is 8 hours for Huawei FreeBuds 7i compared to 10 hours for SE 4, and their charging cases last 27 hours and 40 hours respectively. LDAC support and in-ear detection are available on Huawei FreeBuds 7i but not on Huawei FreeBuds SE 4.