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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active: 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.

  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
  • Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active
HearWiki score
89
64
Sound
8.0
5.7
Noise cancelling
9.0
5.2
Battery
9.0
8.7
Calls
8.0
6.5
Value
9.0
6.1
Price (USD)
$69
$71

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?

Mixed generations

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active (2024). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro brings Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3 and Top codec LHDC against AAC, while the Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active answers with ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active answers on convenience features: it adds Water resistance IP67 against IP55.

  • Enco Air5 Pro20262 yr newer
  • Sesh® ANC Active2024
What differsEnco Air5 ProSesh® ANC Active

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Top codec
LHDC
AAC
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Water resistance
IP55
IP67

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

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProSesh® ANC Active
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$71
HearWiki score
89
64
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
-
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
13 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
7 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
48 h
Full charge time
90 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 2 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
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.4 g
-
Case weight
43 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IP67
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
4

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

Skullcandy Sesh® ANC Active

The Skullcandy Sesh ANC Active earbuds are a rugged, budget-friendly option designed for workouts and daily use, offering a secure fit and IP67 water resistance. They deliver a bass-forward sound with adaptive noise cancellation, though their audio detail and ANC performance are average for the price. With solid battery life, multipoint Bluetooth 5.3, and app support, they provide good value for those prioritizing durability over audiophile-grade sound.

  • Pro:Rugged IP67 build for workouts and outdoor use
  • Pro:Secure and comfortable fit during activity
  • Pro:Decent battery life with charging case (up to 48 hours total)
  • Con:Sound quality lacks refinement and detail
  • Con:ANC is only average, not fully immersive
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky

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

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