True Wireless
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
84Great
$170
Full review dataSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 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.
True Wireless
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
68Good
$56
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls9.0
Value8.0
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.5
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $170 | $56 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 9.2mm wool-paper diaphragm drivers | hybrid |
| Driver size | 9.2 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 12 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 6.5 h | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 28 h | 38 h |
| Quick charge | 5 mins = 4 hrs playtime | 5 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.5 g | 10.2 g |
| Case weight | - | 32.6 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | none |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 10 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | 8 mics + 2 VPUs + AI Large Model | - |
What reviewers said
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
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
These wireless earbuds pack hybrid dual drivers with active noise cancellation and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They offer a solid 10-hour playtime per charge, extendable to 38 hours with the case, plus quick charging and multipoint connectivity. With an IP54 rating and lightweight build, they're a versatile budget-friendly option for everyday listening.
- Pro:Strong ANC for the price
- Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality audio
- Pro:Long total battery life with case
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Case is relatively heavy for its size
- Con:Limited water resistance for sports use
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