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Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max vs Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro - Great overall at around $170.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro leads on 4 of 7 measures.

  • Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max
  • Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
HearWiki score
76
84
Sound
8.0
8.5
Noise cancelling
8.0
8.0
Battery
8.5
8.5
Calls
7.5
9.0
Value
8.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$320
$170

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Both shipped in 2026. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

  • Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max2026
  • Liberty 5 Pro2026

Level on: Bluetooth, Top codec, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro MaxLiberty 5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$320
$170
HearWiki score
76
84
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
9.2 mm dynamic
9.2 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
9.2 mm
9.2 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
17 Ω
-
Bluetooth
6.1
6.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
12 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
28 h
28 h
Full charge time
-
60 min
Quick charge
5 min → 4 h
5 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
both
touch
Weight
11 g
5.5 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
8
10
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
bone-conduction VPU

What reviewers said

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max are feature-packed wireless earbuds with adaptive noise cancellation and a robust 12-hour single charge, extending to 28 hours with the case. They support modern Bluetooth 6.1, multipoint pairing for three devices, and offer solid IP55 water resistance for workouts and light rain. With LDAC and LDHC codecs, plus a customizable EQ, they aim to deliver both versatility and high-quality sound.

  • Pro:Long 12-hour battery per charge, 28 with case
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Multipoint connects to up to three devices
  • Con:Pricey at around $230
  • Con:No wireless charging despite premium cost
  • Con:Bass may overpower for some listeners

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver strong all-around performance, with adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, and a comfortable fit. They excel in voice-call quality and offer a versatile set of controls and app customization, though battery life per charge is modest. Overall, they represent a compelling mid-range option with a few notable strengths and minor trade-offs.

  • Pro:Excellent voice-call clarity with 10-mic setup
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency modes work well
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution audio
  • Con:Battery life per charge is only 6.5 hours
  • Con:No wear detection for auto-pause
  • Con:Touch controls may require adjustment for some users

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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