Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) and Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 2nd generation 1st generation
Height - 3.09 cm
Width - 2.18 cm
Depth - 2.4 cm
Weight 51 g 5.4 g Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are lighter than Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g
Colour Black -
Protection Waterproof, IPX7 IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects BassUp Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm Graphene -
Features GripFit technology Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Controls - Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off
FEATURES Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors - Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor
Additional Functions - Wireless audio sharing
BATTERY AND CHARGING Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation).
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 12.5 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
Auto On/Off - Yes
OTHERS Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Included Accessories Charging case, micro-USB cable, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, small, medium, large), 4 pairs of ear wings (XS/S/M/L sizes) 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support Limited warranty - 18 months Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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