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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs Soundcore P31i: 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
  • Soundcore P31i
HearWiki score
89
79
Sound
8.0
7.4
Noise cancelling
9.0
7.2
Battery
9.0
8.7
Calls
8.0
6.4
Value
9.0
9.5
Price (USD)
$69
$60

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?

New platform

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against Soundcore P31i (2025). The Soundcore P31i is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.1 against 6.0 and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Enco Air5 Pro20261 yr newer
  • P31i2025
What differsEnco Air5 ProP31i

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
6.1
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

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

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProP31i
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$60
HearWiki score
89
79
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm driver
11 mm driver
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
14.2 Ω
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
6.0
6.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
13 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
8 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
50 h
Full charge time
90 min
180 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 3.5 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
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.4 g
8.4 g
Case weight
43 g
58.6 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
6
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

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

Soundcore P31i

The Soundcore P31i earbuds deliver a compelling mix of adaptive noise cancellation, robust battery life, and modern connectivity at a modest price point. With support for LDAC and multipoint, they offer strong versatility for everyday listening, while their IP55 rating makes them a reliable companion for workouts and outdoor use.

  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Long 50-hour total battery with case
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-res audio
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Bulky case adds to overall footprint
  • Con:Touch controls may require 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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