Mainstream true wireless earphones usually cost around Rs. Comes within the price range. 1,000 to well over Rs. 20,000 Naturally, spending more will get you better audio performance and advanced Bluetooth codec support, along with features like active noise cancellation and wireless charging. Several budget and mid-range focused brands have been offering serious value for money with their launches in recent months, which has made it possible to get flagship-grade performance and features at a reasonable price. The product I am reviewing here promises exactly that.
10,999 in India, priced at Rs. Oppo Enco X2 It features a dual-driver setup with dynamic and planar magnetic drivers, advanced Bluetooth codec support, and tuning in collaboration with Danish loudspeaker manufacturer Dynaudio. On paper, it should be a capable offering for the price that challenges the premium TWS segment at large, but can it deliver the value it promised? Find out in this review.
In addition to app support, the Oppo Enco X2 has active noise cancellation and wireless charging.
Oppo Enco X2 Design and Features
Unsurprisingly, the Oppo Enco X2 draws a lot of inspiration from its predecessor, Oppo Enco X, but there are subtle changes that set the two headsets apart. Some of these changes mean that the earpieces of the X2 are very similar apple airpods proContrasting black accents, especially around the interior and exterior microphones. Additionally the controls are now partially force-touch, like the controls on the AirPods Pro, and the earpiece stems are also roughly the same length.
Along with clear design cues, the Oppo Enco X2 has some notable features that stand true to its identity. The ‘L’ and ‘R’ markings on the earpieces are actually cutouts of the casing like Oppo Enco Air 2 Pro With the microphone inside placed in the gap. Although there is no Oppo logo on the earpiece, there is a distinct one on the charging case, as well as the Dynadio badge which is a notable feature of the headset.
The earpiece of the Oppo Enco X2 has force touch controls, which I found to be far more precise than the simple touch controls on the Enco X headset. These controls are customizable through the app for the Enco X2. The fit of the earbuds is comfortable for long listening sessions, and offer good noise isolation. The headset is available in India in two colours, white and black, and is IP54 rated for dust and water resistance.
The charging case of the Oppo Enco X2 is a bit wide, but slim and still easy to carry in your pocket. The USB Type-C charging port is at the bottom, the pairing button is on the right, and there are indicator lights on the bottom and under the lid. There’s Qi wireless charging, but it weirdly requires you to hold the charging case with the Dynadio logo on the front of it. It was a bit of a learner for me, but not really completely inconvenient.
When it comes to features, the Oppo Enco X2 is pretty impressive for a true wireless headset in this price range. In addition to the core features of active noise cancellation and app support, interestingly there’s also bone conduction technology for the microphone for voice pickup, Dolby Audio binaural recording when using the Enco X2 as a recording microphone, and dual-device one Connectivity with The sales package includes a charging cable for a customizable fit, and a total of three pairs of silicone ear tips in different sizes.
Oppo Enco X2 App and Specifications
Like many other Oppo and OnePlus true wireless headsets, the Enco X2 works with the HeyMelody app. Usefully, the app supports earphones on both Android and iOS, unlike the Enco X which only works with the Android app. Interestingly, when used with some devices from Oppo and OnePlus, the Enco X2 does not require an app at all as all the app-based settings and customization features are visible in the system Bluetooth settings for the earphones .
In my case, I used the app for connectivity with the iPhone, and when the Oppo Enco X2 was connected to the one, I was able to access the basic settings. oneplus 9 pro ,review) The latter had all the settings available in the app, and was actually better presented through the native Bluetooth settings on the smartphone.
On select Oppo and OnePlus smartphones, the Enco X2’s settings are natively built into the Bluetooth menu itself
As for the functionality itself, there are several ways to improve the experience on the Oppo Enco X2. This includes three modes of intensity for ANC, Transparency Mode, Sound Optimization, Dual Connection, and Customization of Controls, among other things. Different functions can be assigned to single, double, or triple squeeze as well as slide gestures on each earpiece.
It’s possible to create a setup to control playback and volume simultaneously, invoke the voice assistant, and toggle between ANC and transparency modes, all through the earpiece. There are also four equalizer presets, including three by Dynaudio, to set the sound signature to your liking. I didn’t like the Dynadio presets too much, and preferred the classic Enco X presets that ensured balanced and detail-oriented sound.
The Oppo Enco X2 features a dual-driver setup, with one 11mm dynamic driver in each earpiece and the other a 6mm planar magnetic driver, which is quite unique for a true wireless headset. The frequency response range of the earphones is 20-40,000Hz. As mentioned earlier, Oppo has teamed up with Danish loudspeaker maker Dynadio to tune the sound on the Enco X2.
For connectivity, the Oppo Enco X2 uses Bluetooth 5.2 with support for SBC, AAC and LHDC Bluetooth codecs. During my review, a firmware update for the earphones also introduced LDAC Bluetooth codec support for the headset, but when used with my OnePlus 9 Pro, the Enco X2 used the LHDC Bluetooth codec for high-resolution audio operation. Supported. Apart from multipoint connectivity for up to two devices simultaneously, there is also Google Fast Pair support on the Oppo headset.
Oppo Enco X2 performance and battery life
The Oppo Enco X2 is priced in the mid-range segment, and you won’t be wrong to assume that it competes with alternatives such as oneplus buds pro And Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, However, Oppo’s audio department has generally pushed the limits of price and what you can expect at a certain price, and the Enco X2 far exceeds expectations when it comes to sound quality.
This is thanks, in large part, to the novel driver setup as well as advanced Bluetooth codec support, which costs around Rs. 10,000. When used with the OnePlus 9 Pro and with the LHDC Bluetooth codec, the Oppo Enco X2 delivered audio performance that matches what I’ve heard on flagship headsets such as Sony WF-1000XM4 And Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3Both are priced much higher than the Enco X2.
The dual-driver setup and advanced Bluetooth codec support make for great sound quality, especially considering the Oppo Enco X2’s mid-range pricing
The sonic signature on the Oppo Enco X2 was balanced for a large part, bringing attention to sound across the frequency range. However, the dual-driver setup made for a very audible split in the sound, and I did hear a fair sense of isolation in the lows. This ensured tight bass, especially when listening to fast tracks like The Great Divide (Soundprank Remix) by Velvetine. The attack felt firm and strong, yet not too much; The planar magnetic driver seemed to be in almost healthy competition for attention.
This brings me to the rest of the frequency range, especially the mids and highs. Although the fast beats and sparkling highs fought for bragging rights, this fast electronica track had plenty of room for the upbeat vocals to be heard clearly. The same was true with vocal-focused sounding tracks, such as Stay With Me by Calvin Harris. Halsey’s catchy hook and Justin Timberlake’s sheer energy and nuance in the track sounded impressive, and largely on par with what I’d heard on the flagship true wireless earphones.
The presence of two drivers in each earpiece also meant that the Oppo Enco X2 had no trouble working with the additional data for the LHDC Bluetooth codec. The earphones felt fast-paced, cohesive and perfectly capable of handling even the most challenging of tasks.
It all came about through impressive levels of detail; The mysterious and beautiful wherever you go by Avalanche was handled brilliantly by the Oppo Enco X2. The earphones offered a punchy, yet refined and calculated rendition of the track, slowing down and picking up the pace and energy almost effortlessly.
The active noise cancellation on the Oppo Enco X2 wasn’t quite as ‘segment-fighting’ as the sound quality, but was decent for the price nonetheless. Although there are three different ANC modes of varying intensity, I found barely any discernible difference between them, and tended to only stick to the ‘Max’ level.
While active noise cancellation is good on the Oppo Enco X2, flagship alternatives from Sony and Apple offer much better ANC performance
ANC performance was better indoors than outdoors, showing a special effect against the general hum of air conditioning and office space. Outside sounds weren’t blocked out as effectively, though when it was a little easier to listen to music while walking down the street, it made a big difference.
Call quality and voice recording were excellent on the Oppo Enco X2, as the microphone did a particularly good job of capturing clear audio. Connectivity was stable even with the LHDC codec in operation at a distance of up to 4m between the earphones and the paired smartphone.
Battery life was acceptable for me, with ANC on, moderate volume levels, and the earphones lasting about four hours on a single charge with the LHDC Bluetooth codec in operation. The charging case adds three additional charges to the earpiece, for a total run time of 16 hours per charge cycle.
Decision
Oppo’s approach to the TWS segment has been bold and path-breaking, and the Enco X2 is in many ways an impressive pair of true wireless earphones. The design, feature set, and performance of this headset are all exceptional for the asking price, and the Enco X2 is a legitimate competitor to the flagship true wireless headset at almost half the price. Other than some average battery life, there’s nothing else to complain about here.
Although many would like to consider alternatives from Samsung and OnePlus in this price range, better features and codec support keep the Oppo Enco X2 ahead of similarly priced competition. Likewise, iPhone users won’t really benefit from codec support, but the fine tuning and app support covers for that to an extent. If you are an Android user, there really is no better pair of earphones under Rs. 15,000 off the Enco X2 that you can buy now.