Apple AirPods Max
Driven by Apple's H1 chip, the custom 40mm dynamic drivers deliver computational audio with 20-hour active noise cancellation, housed in a stainless steel frame and knit-mesh canopy. Seamless auto-switching between iPhone, iPad, and Mac, along with one-tap pairing, eliminates any friction when moving across devices. This headphone suits Apple enthusiasts who frequently switch contexts and prioritize spatial audio immersion with consistent noise isolation.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile) 94th
- Strong anc (92nd percentile) 92nd
- Strong social proof (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile) 87th
Cons
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | breathable mesh canopy |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
| Codecs | Active Noise Cancellation , Adjustable Headband , Ambient Sound Mode , Built-in Microphone , Noise Cancellation , Rechargeable Battery , Stereo , Wireless |
| Surround | Spatial Audio |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | industry-leading |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | No |
Battery
| Battery Life | 20 |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
| Detachable Mic | No |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | iOS Only |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple AirPods Max | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Technics EAH-A800 | JBL Tune 670NC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 32 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | - | 314 | 470 | 34 | 32 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | 20 | 30 | 30 | 60 | 50 | 70 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple AirPods Max | 91.7 | 87 | 37.4 | 86.7 | 76.3 | 34.5 | 87.3 | 94.1 | 89.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.4 | 99.5 | 96 | 99.4 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 87.3 | 98.2 | 98.6 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.7 | 96.8 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 71.1 | 99.2 | 89.2 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 93.3 | 98.3 | 92.9 | 90.7 | 37.5 | 98.5 | 71.5 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 95 | 98.8 | 80.7 | 97.9 | 88.9 | 61.3 | 53.2 | 98 | 65.3 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 74.3 | 80.7 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 90.7 | 81.8 | 99.4 | 98.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Newegg 3 offers From $474
Adorama 1 offer From $549
Price History
Usage Scores
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