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Earbud comparison

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro vs Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

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

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Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.5 g with the case.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 17,970In Stock
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Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

  • 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 15,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max offers up to 50 hours with the charging case, while the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro has larger 10.5 mm drivers.

Connections

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Bluetooth 6.1 connection

Controls

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Touch controls for playback
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Touch controls for everyday use

Fit

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Replaceable tips: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Silicone ear tips in multiple sizes

Weight

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
5.5 g
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
5.5 g per earbud

Charging time

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Earbuds: up to 40 minutes
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Earbuds about 1 hour, case about 3 hours

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

  • Larger drivers: 10.5 mm (vs 9.2 mm).
  • Case type: Sliding-lid charging case.

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

  • Rated for up to 50 hours in total with the charging case (vs 40).
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.3).
  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2024).
  • Case type: Smart charging case with AMOLED display.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PrioritySoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
FitReplaceable tips: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XLSilicone ear tips in multiple sizes
Weight5.5 g5.5 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 40 hours with the caseUp to 12 hours per charge; 50 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 6.1
Water resistanceIP55 water and dust resistanceIP55 water and dust resistance
SoftwareWorks with the Soundcore appWorks with the Soundcore app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
BrandSoundcoreSoundcore
ModelA3954HF1; A3954HG1; A3954H11; A3954H31; A3954H61; A3954H21Liberty 5 Pro Max
Announced3 October 2024; Anker Japan launch announcement2026
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorGlossy Black; Glossy Light Blue; Black; Blue; Green; WhiteTitanium Gold

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Weight5.5g without case, as listed in UK technical table5.5 g per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Battery LifeANC off: up to 10h earbuds / 40h total with case; ANC on: up to 7.5h / 30h totalUp to 12 hours / 50 hours with case in normal mode; ANC standard 6.5 hours / 28 hours; ANC extreme 2.5 hours / 10.5 hours
Charging TimeEarbuds: up to 40 minutes; case without earbuds: approximately 2.5h by cable / 3.5h wirelesslyEarbuds about 1 hour; case about 3 hours
Fast ChargingFive-minute earbud charge provides up to four hours under stated conditions5 minutes provides up to 4 hours
Charging PortUSB-C on caseUSB-C (charging case)
Wireless ChargingCase supports wireless charging; compatible charger separateYes

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
ConnectionBluetooth wireless audioBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 6.1
Bluetooth RangeUp to 10m under suitable conditions10 m / 33 ft
ConnectorUSB-C charging port on case; wireless Bluetooth audioWireless audio connection
App Supportsoundcore app; supported settings and firmware updatessoundcore app
Multipoint Connection—Yes — up to three devices
Cable Length—No audio cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
SensorsSix sound sensors and one barometric pressure sensor; wearing detectionEight MEMS microphones and two bone-conduction voice pickup units
Special FeaturesSmart case; wearing detection; HearID 4.0; Spatial Audio optionsAnker Thus AI chip; AI Note-Taker; smart display case
Voice Assistant—Built-in offline voice control

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Drivers10.5mm and 4.6mm dynamic drivers; ACAA with titanium-coated tweeter and digital crossover9.2 mm wool-paper diaphragm drivers
Frequency Response14Hz–40kHz—
Impedance15.3Ω + 10.3Ω—
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC; LDAC requires compatible device and cannot be used with dual connections or Spatial Audio simultaneouslySBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive ANC 3.0; seven sensors; adjustments described every 0.3 secondsYes — Adaptive ANC 4.0
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient sound level adjustment through app and case controlsYes
MicrophonesSix microphones with AI noise reduction and wind-noise processingEight MEMS microphones and two bone-conduction VPUs with Thus AI processing
Audio FeaturesACAA dual-driver system; HearID 4.0; custom equaliserHi-Res sound; HearID 5.0; AI Sound Enhancement
Spatial Audio—Optimized for Dolby Atmos

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Case TypeSliding-lid charging case with Smart Display and touch barSmart charging case with AMOLED display
Case Battery Life40h total including earbuds with ANC off; 30h total with ANC onUp to 50 hours total in normal mode or 28 hours with ANC on
Case ChargingUSB-C cable or compatible wireless charger; input 5V 1AUSB-C or wireless charging
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingSupportedYes
Case FeaturesSmart Display, touch bar and app-configurable case functions1.78-inch AMOLED smart display; AI recording, transcription and summaries

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
ControlsSqueeze and slide on earbud stems; case touch bar; supported app settingsTouch controls, 20 built-in commands, and smart-case controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55 earbuds, per model-specific user guide; not a case protection ratingIP55 earbuds
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsReplaceable tips: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL; M attached initiallySilicone ear tips in multiple sizes

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Liberty 4 ProSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
Headphones / EarbudsLiberty 4 Pro left and right earbudsLiberty 5 Pro Max earbuds
Charging CaseCharging case with display and touch barSmart charging case with AMOLED display
Charging CableProvided USB-C charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot applicable; true wireless audio designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesReplaceable ear tips in XXS, XS, S, M, L and XLSilicone ear tips in multiple sizes
Documentation—Quick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP55.
  • 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.

In summary

For most buyers the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max is the better buy; the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro makes sense if you want larger 10.5 mm drivers.

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In-stock alternatives

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