Apple AirPods Max Midnight
Beats Studio3
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
The Apple AirPods Max receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Users consistently praise the active noise cancellation and Spatial Audio, though many note the high price and noticeable weight as drawbacks. While some find the controls less intuitive than standard AirPods, the overall sentiment is that these are top-tier headphones for Apple users willing to invest.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build and materials
- Excellent active noise cancellation
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Immersive Spatial Audio
Cons
- High price point
- Noticeable weight
- Less intuitive controls than standard AirPods
- Bulky for transport
- Shorter battery life than regular AirPods
Beats Studio3
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these Beats headphones, praising their sound quality, integration with iPhones, and overall value. Many mention them as a repeat purchase, indicating strong satisfaction. The only minor note is that noise reduction is adequate but not best-in-class, though this doesn't detract from the overall experience.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Seamless iPhone integration
- Durable and long-lasting
- Fast shipping and service
Cons
- Noise reduction not best-in-class
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Beats Studio3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Mesh textile, memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | Stainless steel | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Studio3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Midnight Black |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | 4.0 |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 22 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10min=4hrs | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | iOS Only | Beats app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max Midnight
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average comfort (34th percentile)
Beats Studio3
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong comfort (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.