EarFun Air Pro 4
Score: 87/100
Soundcore Liberty 5
Score: 86/100Rankings
EarFun Air Pro 4 delivers high-resolution audio, strong adaptive ANC, and a long-lasting battery in a budget-friendly package. Its lightweight design, fast charging, and extensive codec support make it a compelling choice, though the build feels plastic and latency may bother serious gamers.
The Soundcore Liberty 5 blends high-end audio features-LDAC, Dolby Audio, adaptive ANC-with solid battery life and multipoint support, positioning it as a premium-ish ANC earbud at a competitive price.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
11 hours | 12 hoursbest | |
10 mmbest | 9.2 mm | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
100 dBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 g | 4.6 gbest |
18 monthsbest | 18 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 10 mm | 9.2 mm |
Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LC3, LE Audio | AAC, SBC, LDAC |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 5 g | 4.6 g |
IP Rating | IPX5 | IP55 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 11 hours | 12 hours |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently highlight the Air Pro 4's impressive value proposition, noting its strong sound signature, solid ANC for the price point and the inclusion of high-res codecs and Auracast. While the earbuds deliver a feature-rich experience, critics point out that the latency isn't low enough for competitive gaming and the ANC falls short of flagship models on higher frequencies.
Everyday users love the long battery life, punchy bass and reliable ANC for travel, as well as the clear call quality and the novelty of Auracast in public spaces. Common frustrations revolve around the lack of on-ear volume controls, a somewhat finicky companion app, occasional over-sensitive touch inputs, and a case that feels a bit large for pocket storage.
Reviewers applaud the Liberty 5 for its sophisticated Adaptive ANC, Dolby Audio, and digital battery display, while noting touch-control sensitivity and the need for an app account.
Users love the strong ANC, clear calls and long battery life, but many mention the case scratches easily and the touch controls can be finicky.
“Battery life is incredible - I only charge the case once a week.”
“The bass is punchy and doesn't muddy the mids - great for hip-hop and rock.”
“ANC blocks out airplane and office noise really well.”
