Soundcore Liberty 5
Sony WFC700N/B
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Liberty 5
The Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life. Users appreciate the customizable EQ via the app and the comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. However, some report issues with automatic mode switching and touch controls, and the case is noted as slippery. Overall, they are seen as great value for the price.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Automatic mode switching issues
- Touch controls prone to accidental activation
- Slippery case
- Controls not fully intuitive
- Case lid feels less sturdy
Sony WFC700N/B
Users consistently praise these Sony earbuds for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation. The battery life meets expectations, and the companion app enhances the audio experience. A few users note the earbuds stay secure during workouts and are durable over a year of use. Overall, sentiment is very positive with no significant complaints.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Useful companion app
Cons
- App required for full features
- No significant complaints reported
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Liberty 5 | Sony WFC700N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9.199999809265137 mm★ | 5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 17 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | — | Sony Black Truly Wireless Noise Canceling In-Ear Headphones - WFC700N/B | SONY | Earbud | Black | Bluetooth | Yes | Earbud | 20Hz–20KHz | Wireless | Yes | May 17, 2023 | NOISE CANCELING: Turn off your |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | 3 m | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 15 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | 15 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | soundcore HearID 4.0 | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore App | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Liberty 5
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Sony WFC700N/B
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Liberty 5
Sony WFC700N/B
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 38 specs.
