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OPPO Enco Air5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 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 5 of 7 measures.

  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
  • Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro
HearWiki score
89
80
Sound
8.0
8.0
Noise cancelling
9.0
8.0
Battery
9.0
5.5
Calls
8.0
7.6
Value
9.0
9.3
Price (USD)
$69
$75

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, while the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro answers with LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Custom EQ and Water resistance IP55 against IP54.

  • Enco Air5 Pro2026
  • Redmi Buds 8 Pro2026
What differsEnco Air5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Custom EQ
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IP54

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

Specifications

Enco Air5 ProRedmi Buds 8 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$69
$75
HearWiki score
89
80
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm driver
3× 11 mm driver
Driver type
-
hybrid
Driver size
12 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
2
3
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Sensitivity
122 dB/mW
95 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
47 ms
45 ms
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
13 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
7 h
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
54 h
35 h
Full charge time
90 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
5 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
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Weight
4.4 g
10.6 g
Case weight
43 g
36.3 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP54
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 Redmi Buds 8 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 Pro deliver a compelling budget-friendly package with adaptive noise cancellation, a bass-forward sound signature, and clear call quality. Despite a shorter battery life when ANC is active, they offer strong everyday performance for commuters and remote workers, backed by Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint, and a comfortable fit.

  • Pro:Powerful adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:Deep, immersive bass response
  • Pro:Clear call quality with triple mics
  • Con:Battery life drops noticeably with ANC on
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:No custom EQ in the app

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

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