Soundcore Liberty 5
Apple AirPods Pro 3
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
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Liberty 5 | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9.199999809265137 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 17 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Adaptive Audio |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | 3 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | 24 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 |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP57 |
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
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Liberty 5 offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 1 of 35 specs.
