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Apple · Over-Ear Headphones
Apple AirPods Max (2nd Gen)
~C$549
The Apple AirPods Max (2nd Gen) are Apple's premium over-ear headphones with a stunning aluminium and stainless steel build. They feature the H2 chip for improved noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and lossless audio over USB-C. The 40mm custom drivers deliver spacious, detailed sound with excellent bass extension. Digital Crown provides precise volume control. Battery lasts 20 hours with ANC on. The most premium headphone in the Apple ecosystem, designed for audiophiles who live in the Apple world.
Read on Celmin Magazine →Pros
- + Exceptional sound quality
- + Best-in-class ANC
- + USB-C charging
- + Premium build quality
- + Spatial Audio with head tracking
Cons
- - Very expensive
- - Heavy at 384g
- - No 3.5mm jack without adapter
- - Smart Case design unchanged
Key Specs
- Dimensions
- 7.37 x 6.64 x 3.28 inches
- Weight
- 384g
- ANC
- Yes
- Chip
- Apple H2
- Weight
- 384g
- Charging
- USB-C
- Driver Size
- 40mm
- Battery Life
- 20 hours
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz-20kHz
Our Verdict
The AirPods Max 2 remain the gold standard for premium wireless headphones in the Apple ecosystem, with meaningful upgrades under the hood.
Best For
Apple users who want the absolute best wireless headphone experience
How It Compares
| Spec | Apple AirPods Max (2nd Gen) | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ~C$549 | ~C$475 | ~C$585 | ~C$410 |
| ANC | Yes | Yes, adaptive | Yes, 11 levels | Yes, adaptive |
| Chip | Apple H2 | — | — | — |
| Weight | 384g | 250g | 250g | 293g |
| Charging | USB-C | — | — | — |
| Driver Size | 40mm | 30mm | 35mm | 42mm |
| Battery Life | 20 hours | 30 hours | 24 hours | 60 hours |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | — | — | — |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz | — | — | — |
| Codec | — | LDAC, AAC, SBC | aptX Adaptive, AAC | aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work with Android?
Yes, but you lose features like Spatial Audio and seamless switching between Apple devices.
Is USB-C the only change?
No, it also has the H2 chip for better ANC, improved Adaptive Audio, and a new USB-C to 3.5mm cable option.
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