Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) Headphones

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Over-ear · ANC · 20h · AAC · BT 5.3

The Apple AirPods Max with USB-C is Apple's premium over-ear headphone, designed from the ground up to integrate seamlessly with the Apple ecosystem. Featuring the H2 chip, custom 40mm Apple-designed drivers, and a striking machined-aluminum and stainless-steel construction, they are built to a standard of luxury that no competitor matches. Their standout feature is the unrivaled Apple ecosystem integration — Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, seamless device switching across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and effortless setup via proximity pairing. The AirPods Max are best for committed Apple users who value premium materials, spatial audio for movies and music, and frictionless multi-device connectivity. Compared to the Sony WH-1000XM6, the AirPods Max are heavier, pricier, and lack hi-res codecs, but offer superior build quality and Apple integration. At 384 grams with 20 hours of battery, they deliver a premium listening experience with a weight you can feel.

84

Overall

88

Performance

52

Value

58

Efficiency

Audio

Driver Size40mm
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Form FactorOver-ear

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)20h hours
Total with CaseN/A hours
Fast Charge5min → 1.5h

Comfort

Weight384g
IP RatingNone
Wireless ChargingNo

Connectivity

Bluetooth5.3
CodecsAAC
MultipointNo

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise CancellationYes (H2 chip)
Transparency ModeYes (Adaptive)

ANC Performance

ANC Low Frequency Reduction
34 dB
ANC Mid Frequency Reduction
36 dB
ANC Overall Reduction
38 dB

Battery

Measured Battery Life ANC On
19 hours

Call Quality

Call Quality Score
8 pts /10

Comfort

Comfort Score
7.5 pts /10

Sound Quality

Bass Accuracy
8.5 pts /10
Mid Accuracy
8.5 pts /10
Soundstage Width
8.5 pts /10
Treble Accuracy
8 pts /10

Use case fit

Gaming
94/100#2
Android
28/100

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