Panasonic RZ-S500W vs Soundcore Liberty Neo - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
There are a few differences between the two True-Wireless Headphones. Let's take a closer look at the points in comparison between the RZ-S500W from Panasonic and the Soundcore Liberty Neo.
Which headphones have the better battery life?
A crucial point for headphones without cables is always the battery life. Here many headphones differ and the capacity grows from year to year. The Panasonic RZ-S500W trumps with a better battery life of up to 6,5 hours. The battery life of the Soundcore Liberty Neo is up to 5,0 hours. Depending on the settings, the battery life turns out significantly lower. The specifications always refer to the ideal case.
For true-wireless headphones, an additional battery in the case has become popular. This way the headphones gain more battery life and can be conveniently charged on the go. Here the Soundcore Liberty Neo* offers more power overall. With Case, the headphones have a battery life of up to 20,0 hours. With the Panasonic RZ-S500W, the battery life is up to 19,5 hours.
Noise Cancelling: ANC
A big issue and a practical thing is the active noise cancellation. The headphones differ here. Only with the Panasonic RZ-S500W do you get ANC (Active Noise Cancelling). With the Soundcore Liberty Neo you have to do without it.
Welche Bluetooth Version ist verbaut?
On the subject of Bluetooth, we don't have any differences between the Panasonic RZ-S500W and Soundcore Liberty Neo. Both TWS headphones run via Bluetoot 5.0. In general, a newer version is always better. Here, the Bluetooth affects the quality of the transmission and the energy consumption.
Can the earbuds be used separately?
The right earbud can be used independently of the left earbud on almost any True-Wireless headphone. This is also the case with both devices from this comparison. Rarely, the left headphone can be used separately, because they work in dependency of the right ear plug. Mostly the right headphone is the so called master. This special function is only supported by the Panasonic RZ-S500W.
Are there changeable attachments?
For better carrying comfort, both wireless headphones from the comparison offer interchangeable attachments. The number of pieces is also identical with . Thus, we have no winner and no loser at this point.
Are the headphones waterproof?
Both headphones from the comparison have IP certification. However, the degree of protection is different. The Panasonic RZ-S500W is certified with IPX4. With the Soundcore Liberty Neo, you get IPX7 certification. However, an IP certification does not directly mean waterproof. Depending on the certification, the headphones are only water- or sweat-resistant. However, a higher number in the certification is generally better. With Bluetooth headphones there is also the problem that Bluetooth is disturbed by water. Thus, the use when swimming is only possible with special headphones.