🎧 Introduction
The OPPO Enco X3s are OPPO’s latest flagship true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, blending premium audio hardware, advanced features, and long battery life. Officially launched on 28 October 2025 with a global rollout imminent (India expected in November), the Enco X3s co-tuned with Danish audio specialist Dynaudio aim to deliver audiophile-level sound in a sleek form.
If you’re looking for TWS buds that deliver both versatility and high fidelity, this model stands out — but how well does it perform in real-world use? Let’s dive in.
🔍 Key Specifications at a Glance
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Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Up to 55 dB reduction, ultra-wide frequency coverage up to 5,500 Hz.
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Driver Setup: Dual dynamic drivers (11 mm woofer + 6 mm tweeter) with dual DACs for distinct high and low frequency handling.
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Hi-Res Audio Support: LHDC 5.0 codec (up to 192 kHz/24-bit) for wireless high-fidelity streaming.
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Battery Life: Up to 45 hours total playback (buds + case) with ANC off; approx. 11 hours on the buds themselves.
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Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, support for AI Translate, low-latency mode (gaming) and IP55 dust/water resistance.
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Pricing: Launch price in Singapore SGD 189 (~₹11,500) with India availability slated for November.
🔊 Sound Quality & Noise Cancellation
One of the standout aspects of the OPPO Enco X3s is the audio hardware. The dual driver system (11 mm + 6 mm) paired with dual DACs ensures that bass, mids and highs are well separated and each treated with a dedicated path. As described by OPPO: “Powerful low end, refined highs.”
The tuning by Dynaudio further enhances the premium feel — you’re getting a sound signature that leans toward audiophile territory, with clarity, depth and immersive staging. In listening tests, genres like rock, jazz and classical benefit from the clarity of the tweeter, while bass-heavy tracks retain punch without muddying.
ANC performance is similarly strong. With up to 55 dB of claimed reduction and real-time adaptive ANC that adjusts to your environment, these earbuds do a very good job blocking ambient noise (especially human voices and transport noise). The “Adaptive Mode” intelligently shifts between full isolation and transparency depending on surroundings — making them very usable in work, commute or casual settings.
For calls, the triple-mic + AI noise suppression system delivers crystal-clear voice clarity even amid wind or café noise. The bone voiceprint recognition algorithm improves performance versus previous generation models.
📅 Battery, Comfort & Build Quality
In real-world use, battery life is impressive. With ANC off, you can expect approx 11 hours on the earbuds alone, and up to 45 hours total when you include the charging case. With ANC active, endurance drops (approx 6 hours on earbuds alone, 24 hours with case) per official specs — still solid for a premium TWS.
Each earbud weighs only about 4.7 grams, making them comfortable for extended use. The IP55 rating ensures they can handle sweat, dust and light rain — decent for gym, outdoors or travel.
Charging-wise, you have both wired and wireless options (10W wireless) in some regions, making them convenient. In practice, a quick top-up (10 minutes) gives several hours of additional listening — useful for commuters.
🆚 Features & Usability
These earbuds offer more than just sound and ANC:
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AI Translate & Smart Features: When paired with compatible OPPO/OnePlus devices, you get real-time translation and live voice features — useful for travellers and multilingual users.
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Touch Controls & App Support: With the HeyMelody app (available for Android/iOS) you can customise touch gestures, check battery status, fine-tune sound profiles and ANC modes.
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Low Latency / Gaming Mode: With Bluetooth 5.4 and low latency support, the Enco X3s handle mobile gaming or video streaming better than many mid-range buds.
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Universal compatibility: While optimized for OPPO/OnePlus phones, they work seamlessly with any Bluetooth device — though some premium features may require OPPO device support.
✅ What We Like
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Excellent sound quality with dual drivers + dual DACs + Dynaudio tuning
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Best-in-class ANC for their price range (~55 dB)
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Very good battery life, especially when including the case
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Premium features like LHDC 5.0, spatial audio & AI Translate
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IP55 protection, wireless charging & comfortable fit
⚠️ What Could Be Better
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While impressive, ANC still trails some ultra-premium models (Sony WF-1000XM5, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II) by a small margin in detail and top-end isolation
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Some advanced features (AI Translate, bespoke tuning) may be limited to OPPO ecosystem devices
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Wireless charging speed is modest (10 W) compared to some rivals offering faster rates
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Indian pricing and availability still to be confirmed at time of review — early price convert (~₹11,500) may differ locally
🎯 Final Verdict
If you’re in the market for premium TWS earbuds and want a near-flagship experience without flagship price, the OPPO Enco X3s deliver strongly. With exceptional sound, high-end features, long battery life and a thoughtful design, they represent one of the better “value premium” choices in the 2025 audio market.
Whether you’re an audiophile, frequent commuter, or just someone who demands more from your earbuds, the OPPO Enco X3s are highly recommended — especially if you already own an OPPO or OnePlus smartphone.