Apple AirPods Max Midnight
Apple
89 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Beyerdynamic
81 Overall Score
Scores
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Work
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Music
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | Stainless steel | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | 15 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10min=4hrs | 15 Minutes for 15 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | iOS Only | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Apple AirPods Max Midnight0.194score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 10016090.258score per dollar
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 offers 1.3x better value for money
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Max Midnight
Scores 89 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 41 specs.
