Apple AirPods Max Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
Apple AirPods Max
Beats Studio Pro
Overall Score
8.8
8.4
Sound Quality
9.5
8.8
Noise Cancellation
9.0
8.5
Comfort
8.5
8.2
Features
8.5
8.5
Build Quality
9.5
8.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Apple AirPods Max
Beats Studio Pro
Price
$549
$349
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Apple AirPods Max
Apple ecosystem users who want premium materials and seamless device switching
Apple AirPods Max offers exceptional build quality and sound for Apple users, but its high price, weight, and poor case design make it a luxury rather than a practical choice.
Strengths
- Premium aluminum and stainless steel construction
- Excellent sound quality with Apple's H1 chip
- Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Limitations
- Highest price in the category
- Heavy compared to competitors (384g)
- Poor case design doesn't protect well
When to Choose Beats Studio Pro
Cross-platform users wanting Apple quality without Apple-only ecosystem lock-in
Beats Studio Pro represents a major improvement for the brand with balanced sound and cross-platform compatibility, though it still can't match Sony or Bose for pure ANC performance.
Strengths
- Works seamlessly with both iOS and Android
- USB-C and 3.5mm audio cable included
- Improved, more balanced sound than older Beats
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Limitations
- ANC trails Sony and Bose flagships
- Battery life only 24 hours with ANC
- Clamping force can be tight initially
