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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs QCY MeloBuds 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
  • QCY MeloBuds Pro
HearWiki score
89
79
Sound
8.0
7.2
Noise cancelling
9.0
7.6
Battery
9.0
7.5
Calls
8.0
7.5
Value
9.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$69
$50

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

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against QCY MeloBuds Pro (2024). The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3.

  • Enco Air5 Pro20262 yr newer
  • MeloBuds Pro2024
What differsEnco Air5 ProMeloBuds Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Level on: Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProMeloBuds Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$50
HearWiki score
89
79
Released
2026
2024
Availability
Sold new
Still 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
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
102 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
80 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13 h
8.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
34 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
4.4 g
8 g
Case weight
43 g
40 g
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
6
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 Pro

The QCY MeloBuds Pro deliver a compelling budget-friendly true wireless experience, combining robust active noise cancellation with a lively 12mm driver sound. They offer a strong feature set for the price, including LDAC support, wireless charging, and multipoint connectivity, all wrapped in a comfortable, IPX5-rated design. While they won't satisfy audiophiles, they excel as an everyday option for calls, commutes, and casual listening.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Rich, clear sound with LDAC support
  • Pro:Comfortable fit with secure IPX5 protection
  • Con:Firmware updates can be a hassle
  • Con:ANC performance trails pricier premium models
  • Con:Touch controls may require some adjustment

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

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