I tested Soundcore’s newest premium flagship earbuds — and they’re coming for the AirPods Pro 3’s crown
The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max earbuds are positioned as serious competitors to established brands like Apple and Bose. They feature advanced AI capabilities, excellent sound quality, and impressive battery life, but their design may not appeal to all users. Priced at $229, they offer significant technological improvements over previous models, justifying the higher cost.
- ▪The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max are priced at $229 and feature a proprietary AI chip for enhanced functionality.
- ▪They offer a remarkable 50-hour battery life when active noise cancellation is turned off.
- ▪Despite their impressive features, the earbuds' design is considered less premium compared to competitors.
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Tom's Guide Verdict The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max are the first Soundcore earbuds seriously capable of challenging Bose, Sony, Samsung, and Apple to a duel. These flagship buds boast impressive AI features, powered by Soundcore’s proprietary AI chip, fantastic sound quality, and sweet battery life. However, the plasticky, cheap-looking finish doesn’t quite cut it for $229, which is the only thing holding these buds back. Pros +Pros +Great ambient noise reduction during calls +Fantastic, faithful, rich sound quality +Impressive 50-hour battery life (ANC off) +Proprietary AI notetaking (that actually works) Cons -Beauty is subjective, but not as premium-feeling as competitors -Could be smaller to fit in more ears Best picks for you Best wireless earbuds 2026 — tested and rated Best…
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