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OnePlus Buds Ace 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 5 of 7 measures.

  • OnePlus Buds Ace 3
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
64
89
Sound
6.6
8.0
Noise cancelling
7.0
9.0
Battery
9.0
9.0
Calls
7.0
8.0
Value
8.4
9.0
Price (USD)
$35
$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?

Half a step newer

Both shipped in 2026. The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3. It also adds Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • Buds Ace 32026
  • Enco Air5 Pro2026
What differsBuds Ace 3Enco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
6.0

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Water resistance.

Specifications

Buds Ace 3Enco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$35
$69
HearWiki score
64
89
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
12 mm dynamic
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
12 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sensitivity
-
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
47 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
13 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
7 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
54 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Quick charge
5 min → 10 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
4.8 g
4.4 g
Case weight
34.2 g
43 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
OnePlus Buds 3
-
Microphones
3
3
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

OnePlus Buds Ace 3

The OnePlus Buds Ace 3 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in hybrid active noise cancellation, a 12mm dynamic driver, and support for LHDC for higher-quality audio. They offer a long total battery life of 54 hours with the case, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and touch controls, making them a solid value pick for everyday use and gaming thanks to a low-latency mode. With IP55 water resistance and a lightweight build, they're designed to be durable and comfortable for extended wear.

  • Pro:Strong hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Excellent total battery life with charging case
  • Pro:Supports LHDC codec for high-res audio
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:No companion app or custom EQ
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC on

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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