🪔 Diwali sale: Best earbuds and headphones to buy in the Diwali sale 2026, our best-reviewed picks by budget.
The best-rated earbuds and headphones launched in India at under ₹20,000, ranked by the SimplyAmplifying score: our trust-weighted summary of what in-depth reviews found. Prices are launch prices; street prices change, so check before you buy. This list updates itself as new reviews come in.
Updated 25 October 2026 · 3 earbuds and headphones
| # | Name | Score | Launch price | Strongest at | Reviewed by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apple AirPods 5 | 8.3/10 | ₹14,990 | Call quality (9.2), Value (8.8) | 10 outlets |
| 2 | Oppo Enco X4 | 8.3/10 | ₹19,999 | Call quality (9.1), Comfort & fit (8.8) | 2 outlets |
| 3 | Sony LinkBuds Clip | 7.0/10 | ₹18,990 | Call quality (8.1), Comfort & fit (7.9) | 12 outlets |
1. Apple AirPods 5: 8.3/10
Launch price ₹14,990 · Launched September 2026 · Confidence: High
Best for: Anyone who wants lightweight, tipless AirPods with noise cancelling included and doesn't need Pro-level isolation.
Skip it if: You want strong noise isolation, 6+ hours per charge, or you've found AirPods 4 uncomfortable.
Read the Apple AirPods 5 review roundup
2. Oppo Enco X4: 8.3/10
Launch price ₹19,999 · Launched October 2026 · Confidence: Medium
Best for: Buyers who want comfortable, secure earbuds with solid noise cancelling and good call quality, and who don't mind adjusting the EQ.
Skip it if: You want great sound with no adjustment, or you need clear, tested battery figures before you buy.
Read the Oppo Enco X4 review roundup
3. Sony LinkBuds Clip: 7.0/10
Launch price ₹18,990 · Launched July 2026 · Confidence: High
Best for: Someone who wants light, open-ear earbuds for staying aware of their surroundings during work, walks and calls, and who values clear vocals over bass.
Skip it if: You want strong bass, noise cancelling or isolation in loud places, or the lowest price among open-ear and clip-on earbuds.
Read the Sony LinkBuds Clip review roundup
How we rank
Each score comes from that product’s review roundup: we read the in-depth reviews, weigh each by how much testing it did, and combine them on a 10-point scale. A product needs in-depth reviews to be ranked, so very new launches join once reviews are out. How we score. More lists: Under ₹30,000.