Open earbuds have gained popularity recently, and the Oppo Enco Clip2 exemplifies the latest advancements in this category, boasting numerous improvements over its predecessors. These earbuds feature dual drivers co-tuned with Dynaudio, enhanced battery life, as well as upgraded connectivity and AI capabilities.
Let’s first review the contents of the package.
The package includes a charging case, which accommodates the earbuds but lacks additional items such as a charging cable or extra cushions. This minimalistic approach is similar to that of other recently tested clip-style earbuds.
Our review unit of the Enco Clip2 comes in the striking Luminous Gold colorway, featuring a pearlescent hue on the case while the earbuds themselves are finished in a reflective silver. This metallic appearance enhances the “earring look,” which may not appeal to all users.
Despite their aesthetic, the Enco Clip2 earbuds provide exceptional comfort, exerting minimal pressure on the ears and offering a secure fit that remains stable during physical activities like running. Each earbud weighs approximately 5 grams, contributing to a total weight of just over 46 grams for the case and earbuds combined. The rounded design of the case allows for easy storage in smaller pockets.
The Enco Clip2 adopts the familiar comfort bean and acoustic ball design typical of modern clip-style earbuds. Oppo has implemented a unibody ear cuff design that is visually appealing, lacking any sharp angles that would disrupt the smooth curve of the earbuds.
A notable feature is the new nitinol (nickel-titanium) alloy strip that connects both sides of the Clip2, which is designed to maintain its structural integrity even after thousands of bends.
Enco Clip2 feature a nitinol (nickel-titanium) arc
Oppo asserts that this design offers significantly greater durability than competing models that use titanium or aluminum strips. The earbuds are also rated IP55 for resistance to water and dust, making them suitable for workouts or light rain, though they should not be submerged.
As previously mentioned, the Enco Clip2 is equipped with dual dynamic drivers, consisting of 11mm woofers and 9mm tweeters, co-tuned with Dynaudio, a respected Danish audio company. Initial tests reveal that the Enco Clip2 delivers impressive audio quality with a well-defined soundstage and surprising bass response for open earbuds. However, users should note that open earbuds generally do not match the sound isolation of higher-end in-ear models.
These earbuds are also the first we’ve encountered that utilize the Bluetooth 6.1 protocol, which offers enhancements in both privacy and battery efficiency compared to earlier versions. Users can enjoy dual-device pairing and high-resolution audio streaming via the LHDC 5.0 codec, alongside traditional AAC and SBC codecs.
Oppo has included a 6nm “AI Quad-Core Chip” with a dedicated NPU AI processor to manage audio processing and facilitate on-device real-time translation when paired with new Oppo smartphones.
Furthermore, the Enco Clip2 incorporates a spatial audio feature named Oppo Alive Audio, enhancing the viewing experience for movies and TV shows.
In terms of controls, the earbuds support standard touch gestures, allowing users to program taps and swipes. These controls can be customized within the Oppo Hey Melody app, which also enables toggling among the four built-in EQ profiles and other key features.
Additionally, users can utilize the earbuds as a remote camera shutter and enjoy a quick launch feature for Spotify.
Oppo claims that the Enco Clip2 offers up to 40 hours of total playback time when combining the battery life of the earbuds and the charging case, including 9.5 hours in AAC mode or 8 hours in LHDC mode from the earbuds alone.
In summary, these features make the Oppo Enco Clip2 a compelling choice for those interested in trying the latest clip-on open earbud style. They are available for purchase on Amazon Germany for just under €180.
