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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs Xiaomi Buds 3: 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
  • Xiaomi Buds 3
HearWiki score
89
62
Sound
8.0
6.8
Noise cancelling
9.0
5.3
Battery
9.0
6.4
Calls
8.0
6.5
Value
9.0
5.8
Price (USD)
$69
$87

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 Xiaomi Buds 3 (2021). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro brings Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.2 and Top codec LHDC against AAC, while the Xiaomi Buds 3 answers with ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Enco Air5 Pro20265 yr newer
  • Buds 32021
What differsEnco Air5 ProBuds 3

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.2
Top codec
LHDC
AAC
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No

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

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProBuds 3
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$87
HearWiki score
89
62
Released
2026
2021
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm driver
2× 12 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
6.0
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13 h
7 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
5 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
32 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
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
-
Google Assistant, Siri
Weight
4.4 g
9.2 g
Case weight
43 g
-
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
3

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

Xiaomi Buds 3

The Xiaomi Buds 3 are affordable true wireless earbuds that deliver solid sound, adaptive noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit for daily use. They pack useful features like Bluetooth 5.2, IP55 water resistance, and wireless charging, making them a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners. While not aimed at audiophiles, they offer a well-rounded performance with clear mids and highs and controlled bass.

  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Comfortable and easy to wear for long sessions
  • Pro:Good battery life with 32 hours total including case
  • Con:No custom EQ for fine-tuning sound
  • Con:Battery drops to 5 hours with ANC on
  • 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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