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Huawei FreeBuds 3 vs OPPO Enco Air5 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: OPPO Enco Air5 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $69.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Huawei FreeBuds 3
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
47
89
Sound
6.6
8.0
Noise cancelling
3.5
9.0
Battery
3.4
9.0
Calls
6.6
8.0
Value
2.2
9.0
Price (USD)
$210
$69

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against Huawei FreeBuds 3 (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Huawei FreeBuds 3 brings ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid, while the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro answers with Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.1 and Top codec LHDC against AAC.

  • FreeBuds 32020
  • Enco Air5 Pro20266 yr newer
What differsFreeBuds 3Enco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.1
6.0
Top codec
AAC
LHDC
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

FreeBuds 3Enco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$210
$69
HearWiki score
47
89
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
14.2 mm dynamic
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
14.2 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sensitivity
-
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.1
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
190 ms
47 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
4 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
4 h
7 h
Battery incl. case
20 h
54 h
Full charge time
60 min
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
4.5 g
4.4 g
Case weight
48 g
43 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
-
3

What reviewers said

Huawei FreeBuds 3

The Huawei FreeBuds 3 are open-fit wireless earbuds that deliver surprisingly clear audio with deep bass, backed by a large dynamic driver and a compact case with fast charging. They feature adaptive active noise cancellation, though its real-world performance can be inconsistent and less effective in some environments. With a lightweight design and IPX4 rating, they offer solid value for their price point, especially for those prioritizing sound over top-tier noise isolation.

  • Pro:Clear, bass-rich sound quality
  • Pro:Compact case with fast charging and wireless support
  • Pro:Lightweight, comfortable open-fit design
  • Con:ANC is weak and inconsistent in many situations
  • Con:No transparency mode or app support
  • Con:Battery life is limited without the case

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro

The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro are true wireless earbuds with 12mm drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation, offering a versatile listening experience. Bluetooth 6.0, multipoint connectivity, and IP55 water resistance make them practical for daily use.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for immersive listening
  • Pro:13-hour battery per earbud, 54 hours with case
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LHDC codec
  • Con:No wireless charging, only USB-C
  • Con:Sensitivity at 122 dB may be too high for some
  • Con:Touch controls may be accidentally triggered

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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