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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs QCY MeloBuds N65: 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.

  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
  • QCY MeloBuds N65
HearWiki score
89
80
Sound
8.0
7.1
Noise cancelling
9.0
7.5
Battery
9.0
8.0
Calls
8.0
6.9
Value
9.0
9.2
Price (USD)
$69
$40

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 QCY MeloBuds N65 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Custom EQ and Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.

  • Enco Air5 Pro2026
  • MeloBuds N652026
What differsEnco Air5 ProMeloBuds N65

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Level on: Bluetooth, Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProMeloBuds N65
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$40
HearWiki score
89
80
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm driver
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
6.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
45 ms
Wireless range
10 m
20 m
Battery life
13 h
11 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
50 h
Full charge time
90 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 2.5 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.4 g
4.8 g
Case weight
43 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
8
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

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

QCY MeloBuds N65

The QCY MeloBuds N65 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, and Bluetooth 6.0 with triple-device multipoint connectivity. With a 12mm dynamic driver, IPX5 water resistance, and up to 50 hours of total playback, they offer strong value for the price. The low-latency gaming mode and 8-microphone setup round out a feature-rich package aimed at everyday versatility.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:LDAC codec support with Bluetooth 6.0 for high-quality audio
  • Pro:Triple-device multipoint connection for seamless switching
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:No custom EQ options in the app
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium

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

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