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KZ SA08 TWS 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.

  • KZ SA08 TWS
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
41
89
Sound
6.1
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
9.0
Battery
2.8
9.0
Calls
5.0
8.0
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$77
$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?

New platform

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against KZ SA08 TWS (2020). The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0, Top codec LHDC against AAC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app and Water resistance IP55 against IPX4.

  • SA08 TWS2020
  • Enco Air5 Pro20266 yr newer
What differsSA08 TWSEnco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Top codec
AAC
LHDC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

SA08 TWSEnco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$77
$69
HearWiki score
41
89
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
8× balanced armature
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
balanced-armature
-
Driver size
-
12 mm
Drivers per side
8
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sound signature
neutral-bright
-
Sensitivity
-
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
47 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
4 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7 h
Battery incl. case
12 h
54 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
hybrid
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
5.7 g
4.4 g
Case weight
44 g
43 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
3

What reviewers said

KZ SA08 TWS

The KZ SA08 TWS stands out for its unusual eight balanced-armature driver setup, delivering a detailed, mid-focused sound that appeals to audiophiles rather than casual listeners. Its build is comfortable and solid, but the tuning can be uneven, and the battery life is notably short at just four hours. It offers basic wireless features like AAC/SBC codecs, Bluetooth 5.0, and IPX4 splash resistance, making it a niche pick for those prioritizing driver technology over mainstream convenience.

  • Pro:Distinctive 8-driver balanced-armature configuration
  • Pro:Comfortable and well-constructed fit
  • Pro:Lively detail retrieval in the mids
  • Con:Uneven tuning that can sound inconsistent
  • Con:Short 4-hour battery life per charge
  • Con:Bulky size may not suit all ears

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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