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Sony WF-C510 vs Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Liberty 4 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 4 Pro - Great overall at around $150.

Score breakdown

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

Sony WF-C510
Sound7.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value8.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of Sony WF-C510 vs Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
SpecSony WF-C510Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$100$150
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good84 / 100 · Great
Released20252024
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size6 mm10.5 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz14Hz-40kHz
Impedance-15.3 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.3
Bluetooth version5.35.3
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairingYesYes
Battery
Battery life11 h10 h
Battery life (ANC on)8 h7.5 h
Battery incl. case11 h40 h
Full charge time90 min-
Quick charge3 min = 1 h5 min = 4 h
Wireless chargingNoYes
Features
Active noise cancelling-Yes
ANC type-hybrid
Transparency mode-Yes
Companion app-Yes
Custom EQ-Yes
Wear detection-Yes
Controls-touch
Voice assistant-supports voice assistant via app
Design
Weight4.6 g5.5 g
Case weight31 g51 g
Water resistancenoneIPX5
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones-6
Call noise reduction-AI noise reduction

What reviewers said

Sony WF-C510

Sony's budget-friendly WF-C510 earbuds deliver a surprisingly rich and versatile sound profile with exceptional comfort and remarkable battery efficiency, making them a strong option for everyday listening. However, they lack active noise cancellation and their call quality is only mediocre, which may deter users seeking those specific features at this price point.

  • Pro:Versatile and engaging sound quality
  • Pro:Very comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Pro:Excellent battery life with the charging case
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Mediocre call performance
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

The Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro pack a hefty feature set into a budget-friendly wireless earbud package, including adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging. They deliver solid sound with crisp treble and effective call quality, though the charging case can feel gimmicky and prone to fingerprints, and spatial audio falls short. Overall, they're a well-rounded value pick rather than a flagship-level performer.

  • Pro:Strong active noise cancellation
  • Pro:Wide codec support including LDAC
  • Pro:Multipoint and wireless charging included
  • Con:Charging case feels gimmicky and smudges easily
  • Con:Spatial audio performance is weak
  • Con:Battery life is average for the price

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

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