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Apple AirPods Max
The Apple H1 chip powers computational audio and seamless device switching, while the custom dynamic driver and ANC deliver high-fidelity, isolated sound. A knit-mesh canopy and memory foam cushions provide a distinctively comfortable 386g fit, with spatial audio adding theater-like immersion. These headphones are best for Apple ecosystem users who prioritize premium build and effortless connectivity over pure acoustic accuracy.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
open closed back closed
bluetooth version 5.0
battery life hours 20
70 Overall Score
Price $380
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (93rd percentile) 93rd
- Strong social proof (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong anc (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile) 83rd
Cons
- Below average battery (26th percentile)
- Below average comfort (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
85/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 209 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
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 | Mesh textile, memory foam |
| Headband | Stainless steel |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Codecs | Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency Mode, Personalized Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth Headphones for iPhone – Space Gray |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Wired Connector | Lightning |
Battery
| Battery Life | 20 |
| Charging | Lightning |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | Apple H1 chip |
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 | 42 | 40 | 32 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | - | 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 | 87.8 | 74.3 | 93.3 | 65.9 | 25.5 | 34.4 | 70.9 | 83.1 | 89.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.4 | 99.5 | 96 | 99.4 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 87.2 | 98.2 | 98.6 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.7 | 96.8 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 70.9 | 99.2 | 89.2 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 93.3 | 98.3 | 92.9 | 90.9 | 37.5 | 98.5 | 71.5 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 95 | 98.8 | 80.7 | 97.9 | 89 | 61.3 | 53.2 | 98 | 65.3 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 74.3 | 80.7 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 90.9 | 81.6 | 99.4 | 98.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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