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Nothing CMF Buds Neo vs OPPO Enco R3: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Buds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Nothing CMF Buds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

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

Nothing CMF Buds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Nothing CMF Buds Neo
  • OPPO Enco R3
HearWiki score
84
74
Sound
7.4
7.7
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
9.0
6.5
Calls
7.8
7.0
Value
9.8
8.2
Price (USD)
$22
$35

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?

Half a step newer

Nothing CMF Buds Neo (2026) against OPPO Enco R3 (2025). The Nothing CMF Buds Neo edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • CMF Buds Neo20261 yr newer
  • Enco R32025
What differsCMF Buds NeoEnco R3

Platform

ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

CMF Buds NeoEnco R3
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$22
$35
HearWiki score
84
74
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
12.4 mm dynamic
13.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12.4 mm
13.4 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-
128 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
5.5 h
Battery incl. case
52 h
35 h
Full charge time
10 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 5.5 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
3.6 g
Case weight
-
45.1 g
Water resistance
-
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
1
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Nothing CMF Buds Neo

The CMF Buds Neo deliver impressive value for around $22, combining a punchy, bass-forward sound with surprisingly effective adaptive ANC and marathon battery life of up to 52 hours with the case. They offer a comfortable, lightweight fit, app support with a custom EQ, and quick charging, though some premium conveniences like wear detection are absent. Overall, they stand out as a top budget TWS option for listeners who prioritize bass, battery, and noise cancellation over extra features.

  • Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound with good volume
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 52h with case)
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Finicky touch controls at times
  • Con:No physical pairing button on the buds

OPPO Enco R3

The OPPO Enco R3 are budget-friendly half-in-ear earbuds that prioritize comfort and solid sound for the price. They offer good call quality and a lightweight design, making them a practical choice if you're okay with their AirPods-inspired look and don't need advanced features like ANC or app support. With a long total battery life and IPX4 sweat resistance, they're a reliable everyday option for casual listening.

  • Pro:Very comfortable half-in-ear fit
  • Pro:Great sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Good call quality for the cost
  • Con:Design closely resembles AirPods
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No companion app or custom EQ

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

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