Soundcore Liberty 5 launches with Adaptive ANC 3.0, Dolby Audio, 48-hour battery life, and 6-mic AI calling for a premium wireless listening experience.
Soundcore Liberty 5
It’s been a couple of years since the Liberty 4 earbuds were launched. In that time, wireless audio has moved fast, with improvements in connectivity, adaptive noise control, and spatial sound.
Soundcore’s response is the Liberty 5, a new set of earbuds built to match the moment. It has upgraded internals, a new ANC algorithm, and Dolby-powered sound.
And the good news is that the latest Soundcore buds are launching at a lower price than their predecessor!
Features Soundcore Liberty 5
The Liberty 5 introduces Adaptive ANC 3.0 (Active Noise Cancellation), which recalibrates noise cancellation every 0.3 seconds. This version adapts to subtle changes in the user’s environment in real time, aiming for a consistent reduction in background noise across varying conditions.
Audio is handled by 9.2mm flexible wool paper diaphragms, which Soundcore says will produce mids and treble with added clarity. These are paired with dual bass-enhancing tubes that will boost airflow and resonance and are designed to amplify low-end response without overwhelming the balance.
The Liberty 5 also adds Dolby Audio support with three spatial modes to simulate a cinematic or wide soundstage.
Good news for long-haul travellers is that the battery performance has been extended. A single charge delivers 12 hours of playback, or up to 48 hours with the charging case. Quick charging gives 5 hours of playback in 10 minutes, and the case supports both USB-C and wireless charging.
The Liberty 5 offers an impressive high-fidelity experience, by utilising a newly designed 9.2mm flexible wool-paper driver, providing the most accurate playback of all frequencies.
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However, the battery life will vary depending on use and will only achieve the 12/48-hour playback performance with noise cancellation turned off. With ANC enabled, users can expect up to 8 hours from the earbuds and 32 hours total. That’s still at the top end of earbud performance.
Other updates include six AI-powered microphones for clearer calls (only four used for Adaptive ANC 3.0), wear detection, and stem-based pinch controls. The earbuds are IP55-rated, making them splash and dust-resistant.
Transparency mode is now powered by a dual-mic array, which should improve clarity when passing through external sound. Bluetooth 5.4 handles pairing and supports multipoint connection, and Google Fast Pair is supported on Android devices. Codec support includes SBC, AAC and LDAC.
The Liberty 5 will work with the Soundcore app, which offers HearID 4.0 for personalised sound based on your hearing profile, an 8-band EQ, and preset sound modes.
Specifications Soundcore Liberty 5
| Features | Soundcore Liberty 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Earbuds 32x28x20mm Case 60x60x28mm |
| Weight | Earbuds 5g Case 48g |
| Colour Options | White Blue Black Pink |
| Sound | 9.2mm wool paper drivers Dual bass tubes Dolby Audio (ANC, Off, Transparent) |
| Power | 12 hrs (earbuds) 48 hrs (with case) USB-C Wireless charging Fast charge (5 hrs in 10 min) |
| Water Resistance | IP55 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.4 Google Fast Pair |
| Features | Adaptive ANC 3.0 6-mic AI calling Dual-mic transparency Stem controls Wearing detection |
| In the Box | Liberty 5 Earbuds USB-A to USB-C cable 5× Eartips |
| Website | Soundcore.com |
Price & Availability Soundcore Liberty 5
The Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds are now available in four colours, Black, White, Blue, and Pink, for $129/£99 at soundcore.com or your local Amazon store.
Frequently Asked Questions
Adaptive ANC 3.0 recalibrates noise cancellation every 0.3 seconds to adjust to your environment in real time.
With ANC off, you get 12 hours from the earbuds and 48 hours with the case. With ANC on, it’s 8 hours and 32 hours total.
Yes, the case supports both wireless charging and USB-C fast charging.
The earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.4 for improved connection stability and efficiency.
Yes, they are IP55-rated for resistance against dust and splashes.
Yes, it supports Google Fast Pair for instant setup on Android devices.
The earbuds include 9.2mm wool-paper drivers, dual bass tubes, and Dolby Audio with Music, Movie, and Podcast modes.
There are six microphones. Four are used for ANC and all six are active during calls to improve voice clarity.
The package includes the earbuds, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, and five pairs of eartips.
The Liberty 5 supports SBC, AAC, and LDAC for high-resolution wireless audio.
The stem measures 31mm in length, 9mm at its widest point and 5mm at the narrow tip.
