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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | Available | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION4 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | CNY 699 — China; CNY 799 (Wireless charging version) — China |
| Models | — | Standard; Wireless charging version |
| Models and regions | — | China (first-sale promo prices CNY 599 standard / CNY 699 wireless charging version) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦182,000 | ₦146,100 – ₦167,000 (estimate, converted from China launch price) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | vivo |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | 7th may 2025 | September 21, 2026 |
| Model Name | Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
| Price | — | CNY 699 (China launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 9.2mm | 12 mm |
| Driver Type | Dynamic wool-paper diaphragm drivers | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | Wide range (20–40,000 Hz reported) | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | Dolby Audio spatial sound support | Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified; Spatial audio: 3D spatial audio for stereo and multichannel content |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE9 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Adaptive ANC 3.0 | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Soundcore app (customization & controls) | vivo TWS app / vivo Earphones app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes (HearID 4.0 & presets) | Yes, 10-band EQ |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes (via app) | — |
| Other Features | — | Anti-leakage directional audio mode, adaptive volume, 10-band EQ, real-time translation and AI transit notifications (vivo/iQOO phones only) |
| Sound Modes | Custom EQ & presets via Soundcore app | Balanced, Vocal Enhancement, Anti-leakage, Spatial Audio |
| Touch Controls | Yes — stem pinch/touch gestures, customizable via Soundcore app | Touch, tap and gesture controls |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Siri / Google) | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | SBC, AAC, LDAC | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes, up to three devices |
| Range | 10m (standard) | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Wired Mode | No | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Black, White, Blue, Pink (varies by market) | Black, White, Purple (white and purple with pearlescent finish) |
| Dimensions | Compact ergonomic stem design | Earbud: 26.2 x 25.7 x 20.0 mm; Case: 58.5 x 47.6 x 25.4 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear true wireless | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 (water & dust resistance) | IP55 (earbuds) |
| Materials | Lightweight plastic | Memory titanium alloy bridge; symmetrical design (no L/R) |
| Weight | 4.6g per earbud | 5.2 g (each earbud) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING6 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life (Standby) | Up to 180 days (with fully charged case, earbuds idle) | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wired; Qi wireless charging on the wireless charging version only |
| Device Battery Capacity | 12 hrs (ANC off), 8 hrs (ANC on) | Earbuds: 60 mAh each (typical); Case: 570 mAh (typical) |
| Fast Charging | Yes — 10 mins charge ≈ 5 hrs playtime | 10 min = 3 hours |
| Total Playtime | 48 hrs (ANC off), 32 hrs (ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 10 hours; With case: Up to 42 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (supported) | Wireless charging version: Yes (also phone reverse wireless charging); standard version: No |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, dual mics + VPU bone-conduction mic with AI call noise reduction |
| Mic Count | 6 microphones total | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | AI-enhanced voice noise reduction algorithms | 2 microphones plus bone-conduction sensor |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Supported via touch controls | — |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | Yes | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Multiple ear tip sizes | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Yes | — |
| Main Device | Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds | — |
| User Manual | Yes | — |
| Warranty Card | Yes | — |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS | Android 12 and above, OriginOS 4/5/6/7 |
| Profiles Supported | HFP, HSP, A2DP, AVRCP | — |
| Supported Devices | Any Bluetooth-enabled device | China-market model; no international launch announced |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Soundcore Liberty 5 | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Adaptive ANC 3.0 for dynamic noise reduction, Dolby Audio spatial sound for immersive listening, LDAC support for high-res wireless audio, Long battery life with fast charging, Customizable sound and controls via Soundcore app | The vivo Buds Clip are vivo's first clip-on open-ear earbuds, with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers, Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and LDAC support. |