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Sony LinkBuds Fit vs Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Sony LinkBuds Fit

Sony LinkBuds Fit

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 5.5 hours per charge.
KSh 35,000In Stock
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Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.5 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 6.1 connection.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 29,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP55), lasts longer between charges (up to 12 hours) and has virtual surround sound.

Connections

Sony LinkBuds Fit
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Bluetooth 6.1 connection

Fit

Sony LinkBuds Fit
Ear tips included
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Silicone ear tips in multiple sizes

Weight

Sony LinkBuds Fit
About 41.1 g
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
5.5 g per earbud

Battery life

Sony LinkBuds Fit
Up to 5.5 hours per charge
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Up to 50 hours with the case

Two devices

Sony LinkBuds Fit
Stays connected to two devices
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Connects to two devices at once

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Sony LinkBuds Fit

  • Up to 5.5 hours per charge.
  • IPX4 water and dust resistance.
  • Sony | Sound Connect.
  • Weighs about 41.1 g.

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

  • IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 12 hours (vs 5.5 hours).
  • Wireless charging.
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.3).
  • Virtual surround sound.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos.

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PrioritySony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
FitEar tips includedSilicone ear tips in multiple sizes
WeightAbout 41.1 g5.5 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 5.5 hours per chargeUp to 50 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 6.1
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIP55 water and dust resistance
SoftwareSony / Sound ConnectWorks with the Soundcore app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
BrandSonySoundcore
ModelWF-LS910NLiberty 5 Pro
Announced20242026
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack WhiteMidnight Black, Pearl White, Rose Gold, Pearl Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
WeightApprox. 1.45 oz5.5 g per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Battery LifeMax. 5.5 hrs (NC ON) / Max. 8 hrs (NC OFF)Up to 12 hours / 50 hours with case in normal mode; 6.5 hours / 28 hours with case with ANC on
Charging TimeApprox. 3 Hrs (USB charging)Earbuds about 1 hour; case about 3 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (charging case)
Wireless ChargingNoYes
Fast Charging—5 minutes provides up to 4 hours

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 6.1
Bluetooth Range32.81 ft10 m / 33 ft
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes — up to three devices
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cableNo audio cable
App SupportSony | Sound Connectsoundcore app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Special FeaturesPersonal Nc OptimizerAnker Thus AI chip; HearID 5.0; three-device connection
Voice Assistant—Built-in offline voice control
Sensors—Eight MEMS microphones and two bone-conduction voice pickup units

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Drivers0.33"9.2 mm wool-paper diaphragm drivers
Frequency Response20–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling) | 20–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps)—
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise CancellationYesYes — Adaptive ANC 4.0
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Auto Ambient SoundYes
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphonesEight MEMS microphones and two bone-conduction VPUs with Thus AI processing
Audio FeaturesDsee ExtremeHi-Res sound; HearID 5.0; AI Sound Enhancement
Spatial Audio—Optimized for Dolby Atmos

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Case TypeCharging CaseCharging case
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C or wireless charging
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingNoYes
Case WeightApprox. 1.45 oz—
Case FeaturesCharging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 3 Hrs (USB charging)Pairing control and status indicator
Case Battery Life—Up to 50 hours total in normal mode or 28 hours with ANC on; 690 mAh case battery

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
ControlsVolume controlTouch controls and 20 built-in offline voice commands
Water & Dust ResistanceYes (IPX4)IP55 earbuds
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedSilicone ear tips in multiple sizes

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSony LinkBuds FitSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Headphones / EarbudsWF-LS910N earbudsLiberty 5 Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging CaseCharging case
Charging CableUSB CableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesEarbudsSilicone ear tips in multiple sizes
DocumentationWarranty Card; Reference Guide (New)Quick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same connector: wireless audio connection.

In summary

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and longer battery life.

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