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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | Announcement date not recorded | Announcement date not recorded |
| Released | Release date not recorded | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | Release status not recorded | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION4 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $110.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $129.99 (US launch price) |
| Models | — | D1206 |
| Notes | — | TÜV Rheinland comfort certified |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦154,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦182,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Soundcore |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Launch Date | July 19, 2024 (China); global ~September 2024 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | Xiaomi Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
| Price | Global €99 (~$110 USD); China CNY 699 (~$96) | $129.99 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm | 9.2 mm |
| Driver Type | Dual-magnet dynamic driver, Harman AudioEFX tuning | 9.2 mm, PU + LCP composite diaphragm |
| Frequency Response | 16Hz - 40kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Spatial audio, Dolby Atmos compatibility, Harman AudioEFX | Chip: Anker Thus AI chip |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE9 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes | Yes, Adaptive ANC 4.0 (6-sensor full-band system) |
| App Support | Xiaomi Earbuds app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, HearID 5.0 + AI Sound Enhancement in soundcore app |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, 73 ms | — |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0, AI Sound Enhancement, Dolby Audio, customizable EQ |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Transparency / Off | ANC (Deep, Natural, Adaptive), Transparency, Game Mode, Dolby Atmos |
| Touch Controls | Yes, customizable via app | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Google Assistant / Siri (via phone) | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | BLE, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes |
| Range | 10m (open space) | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Lossless | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Graphite Black, Ceramic White, Titan Gray | Mother of Pearl, Silver White, Glossy Black |
| Dimensions | Earbud 30 x 20.16 x 17.18mm; Case 53.9 x 53.2 x 24.5mm | — |
| Form Factor | In-ear, dual-tone glossy stem | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 | IP55 |
| Materials | Plastic housing, silicone tips | PU + LCP diaphragm; soft silicone ear wings |
| Weight | Earbud 4.2g; Case 36.6g | 4.7 g (each earbud) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wireless charging case |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 35mAh; Case 480mAh | 60 mAh per earbud; 580 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10 min = 2 hours | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | 6.5 hrs; up to 39 hrs with case | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 7 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 46 hours (ANC off), up to 27 hours (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | — | Yes, Qi |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, call noise reduction (ENC) |
| Mic Count | 3 mics per earbud | 6 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Triple-mic AI noise cancellation | 6 mics + 2 VPUs (8 sensors for calls) with AI large model |
BOX CONTENTS5 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Multiple silicone sizes | XXS, XS, S, M, L ear tips; ear wings sizes 0, 1, 2 |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | — |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | — |
| User Manual | Yes | — |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, BLE | — |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.4+ smartphones/tablets | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Buds 5 | Liberty Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Budget-flagship refresh with aptX Lossless, Harman AudioEFX tuning, and Dolby Atmos spatial audio under $110. | The Soundcore Liberty Buds 2 are bean-shaped in-ear earbuds with a 9.2 mm PU + LCP composite driver, powered by Anker's Thus AI chip with Adaptive ANC 4.0. |