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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Lite: 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
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Lite
HearWiki score
89
77
Sound
8.0
7.2
Noise cancelling
9.0
6.0
Battery
9.0
7.7
Calls
8.0
6.4
Value
9.0
9.1
Price (USD)
$69
$36

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

Both shipped in 2026. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro brings Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4 and Top codec LHDC against AAC, while the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Lite answers with ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Transparency mode and Water resistance IP55 against IP54.

  • Enco Air5 Pro2026
  • Redmi Buds 8 Lite2026
What differsEnco Air5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Lite

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Top codec
LHDC
AAC
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Transparency mode
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IP54

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

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Lite
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$36
HearWiki score
89
77
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm driver
12.4 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12.4 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13 h
8 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
5.5 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
36 h
Full charge time
90 min
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
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
4.4 g
4.5 g
Case weight
43 g
35.2 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
3
2
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

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Lite

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Lite deliver impressive value at a budget price, combining adaptive noise cancellation, solid battery life, and a bass-forward sound signature. With Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint support, and a comfortable fit, they serve as a versatile all-rounder for everyday use, though they lack premium features like wireless charging or transparency mode.

  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Strong bass response and loud output
  • Pro:Long total battery life with case (36 hours)
  • Con:Sound quality not class-leading
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:No transparency mode

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

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