Apple AirPods Max 2
Apple
81 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser HDB 630
Sennheiser
92 Overall Score
Scores
Music
Gaming
Work
Budget
Studio
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max 2 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | Breathable knit mesh with stainless steel frame | Japanese Protein Leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Personalized Spatial Audio, Live Translation, Bluetooth Headphones – Blue with AppleCare+ (2 years) | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour | 10 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | iOS Only | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max 2
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser HDB 630
Scores 92 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 40 specs.