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KZ SKS 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 SKS
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
43
89
Sound
5.7
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
9.0
Battery
3.3
9.0
Calls
4.7
8.0
Value
2.5
9.0
Price (USD)
$80
$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 SKS (2024). The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.2, Top codec LHDC against aptX and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Transparency mode, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • SKS2024
  • Enco Air5 Pro20262 yr newer
What differsSKSEnco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
6.0
Top codec
aptX
LHDC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

SKSEnco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$80
$69
HearWiki score
43
89
Released
2024
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
2-driver hybrid
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
hybrid
-
Driver size
10 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
116 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.2
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
47 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
4 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
7 h
Battery incl. case
20 h
54 h
Full charge time
180 min
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 g
4.4 g
Case weight
45 g
43 g
Water resistance
-
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
3

What reviewers said

KZ SKS

The KZ SKS is a hybrid-driver true wireless earphone that delivers a lively, bass-forward sound signature with impressive output levels for its price point. Its compact, lightweight build ensures a comfortable fit, and the inclusion of aptX support enhances wireless audio quality, though its battery life per charge is modest and it lacks active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Punchy, well-tuned bass response
  • Pro:Very comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Pro:Supports aptX for better wireless audio
  • Con:Only 4 hours of battery per charge
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No on-ear volume control

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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