Anker Soundcore Liberty 5
Anker Soundcore P41i

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Anker Soundcore P41i

Common Features

  • Both products are in-ear earbuds.
  • Both products are water resistant.
  • Both products have no wires or cables.
  • Both products are not neckband earbuds.
  • Both products do not include wingtips.
  • Both products do not have RGB lighting.
  • Both products have stereo speakers.
  • Both products do not have UV light.
  • Both products do not have a display.
  • Both products have active noise cancellation (ANC).
  • Both products have passive noise reduction.
  • Both products have a lowest frequency of 20 Hz.
  • Both products do not support spatial audio.
  • Both products do not have Dirac Virtuo.
  • Both products do not have a neodymium magnet.
  • Both products have a battery level indicator.
  • Both products have a rechargeable battery.
  • Both products have Bluetooth connectivity with USB Type-C.
  • Both products have ambient sound mode.
  • Both products have voice prompts.

Main Differences

  • Ingress Protection (IP) rating is IP55 on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and IPX5 on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 does not have a display, while Anker Soundcore P41i has a display.
  • Driver unit size is 9.2 mm on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 11 mm on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Highest frequency is 40,000 Hz on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 20,000 Hz on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Dolby Atmos support is available on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 but not on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Battery life is 8 hours on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 12 hours on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Battery life of charging case is 40 hours on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 180 hours on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Battery life with ANC is 12 hours on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 10 hours on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Charge time is 1.5 hours on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 2 hours on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 supports wireless charging, while Anker Soundcore P41i does not.
  • Bluetooth version is 5.4 on Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and 5.3 on Anker Soundcore P41i.
  • Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 supports LDAC, but Anker Soundcore P41i does not.
  • Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 supports AAC, while Anker Soundcore P41i does not.
Specs Comparison
Anker Soundcore Liberty 5

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5

Anker Soundcore P41i

Anker Soundcore P41i

Design:
Fit In-ear In-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP55 IPX5
water resistance Water resistant Water resistant
has no wires or cables
are neckband earbuds
wingtips included
has RGB lighting
has stereo speakers
has UV light
Has a display

Both the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i are in-ear designs, offering a comfortable and secure fit for most users.

When it comes to water resistance, the Liberty 5 has an IP55 rating, meaning it's protected against dust and can withstand low-pressure water jets. In comparison, the P41i has an IPX5 rating, which means it's also water-resistant but only protected against water jets, not dust. Neither product includes wingtips, neckbands, or RGB lighting, and both lack UV light functionality. Both models are fully wireless and do not feature any cables.

In terms of sound, both the Liberty 5 and the P41i come with stereo speakers, ensuring a richer, more immersive listening experience. However, only the P41i includes a display, giving it an additional feature for ease of use. The Liberty 5, on the other hand, does not include any display functionality.

Sound quality:
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
has passive noise reduction
driver unit size 9.2 mm 11 mm
lowest frequency 20 Hz 20 Hz
highest frequency 40000 Hz 20000 Hz
supports spatial audio
has Dolby Atmos
has Dirac Virtuo
has a neodymium magnet

Both the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i feature active noise cancellation (ANC) and passive noise reduction, allowing for a more immersive listening experience by reducing external distractions.

In terms of driver unit size, the Liberty 5 comes with a 9.2 mm driver, while the P41i has a larger 11 mm driver. This may contribute to differences in sound dynamics, though both drivers are designed to deliver high-quality audio. The Liberty 5 also supports a wider frequency range, with a lowest frequency of 20 Hz and a highest frequency of 40,000 Hz, compared to the P41i, which has a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz. This means the Liberty 5 can reproduce higher-frequency sounds than the P41i.

For additional features, the Liberty 5 includes Dolby Atmos support, offering enhanced sound depth and spatial audio effects, while the P41i does not support Dolby Atmos. Neither product supports spatial audio or includes Dirac Virtuo, and neither uses a neodymium magnet for the drivers.

Power:
Battery life 8 hours 12 hours
Battery life of charging case 40 hours 180 hours
Battery life (ANC) 12 hours 10 hours
charge time 1.5 hours 2 hours
has wireless charging
Has a solar power battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i both offer solid battery life, though their specifications differ. The Liberty 5 provides 8 hours of playback on a single charge, while the P41i offers a longer 12 hours of use. When considering the charging case, the Liberty 5 has a total of 40 hours of battery life, whereas the P41i extends that to a much larger 180 hours, giving it a significant advantage in total usage time.

For ANC usage, the Liberty 5 lasts 12 hours, while the P41i offers 10 hours with ANC active. Both products feature rechargeable batteries and battery level indicators, allowing users to easily monitor battery status. However, the Liberty 5 supports wireless charging, while the P41i does not. Neither product features a solar power battery.

Charging times also differ, with the Liberty 5 requiring just 1.5 hours to fully charge, compared to the P41i's 2-hour charge time.

Connectivity:
has fast pairing
Has USB Type-C
Bluetooth version 5.4 5.3
has LDAC
has LDHC
has Bluetooth LE Audio
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Low Latency
has aptX HD
has aptX
has aptX Lossless
has aptX Voice
has Auracast
maximum Bluetooth range 10 m 10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Can be used wirelessly
has AAC

Both the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i feature USB Type-C for charging, ensuring fast and modern connectivity. The Liberty 5 supports Bluetooth version 5.4, while the P41i uses Bluetooth version 5.3, meaning the Liberty 5 offers a slightly newer Bluetooth version.

In terms of high-quality audio codecs, the Liberty 5 supports LDAC and AAC, providing enhanced sound quality when compatible devices are used. The P41i, however, lacks support for LDAC and AAC, which may impact audio performance with certain sources. Both models do not support Bluetooth LE Audio, aptX codecs, or Auracast, and neither can pair via NFC.

Both products have a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters and can be used wirelessly, making them both versatile for everyday use.

Features:
release date July 2025 May 2025
has ambient sound mode
Supports fast charging
can read notifications
Has a built-in translator
has a mute function
can be used as a headset
control panel placed on a device
Has voice prompts
travel bag is included
Has an in-line control panel
Has a temperature sensor
Has a built-in camera remote control function

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i both share several key features, including ambient sound mode, fast charging support, a mute function, the ability to be used as a headset, and a control panel placed on a device. Both models also feature voice prompts and come with a travel bag for convenient storage and portability.

Neither product can read notifications, has a built-in translator, or includes a built-in camera remote control function. Both models lack an in-line control panel, and neither has a temperature sensor.

With identical features in this category, the Liberty 5 and the P41i offer very similar functionality for users seeking versatile, feature-packed earbuds.

Microphone:
number of microphones 6 6
has a noise-canceling microphone

Both the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and the Anker Soundcore P41i feature six microphones, ensuring clear communication. Additionally, both models come equipped with a noise-canceling microphone, which helps reduce background noise during calls or voice recordings, enhancing overall sound clarity.

With identical microphone setups, both earbuds offer similar capabilities for users who prioritize high-quality voice capture in noisy environments.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 and Anker Soundcore P41i. Both models feature in-ear design, water resistance, and stereo speakers. However, they differ in several areas, such as Ingress Protection (IP) rating (IP55 on the Liberty 5 vs. IPX5 on the P41i), driver unit size (9.2 mm vs. 11 mm), and battery life (8 hours vs. 12 hours). Additionally, the Liberty 5 supports Dolby Atmos, while the P41i does not, and the charging case offers significantly more battery life on the P41i (180 hours compared to 40 hours on the Liberty 5). The Liberty 5 also supports wireless charging, while the P41i does not.