AirPods Max vs AirPods Pro - Are They Worth $300 More?

Apple's AirPods Pro Max have broken the internet with their expensive $549 price and unique look.. but do they ACTUALLY sound $300 better than the AirPods Pro? Let's compare EVERYTHING!
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Apple's AirPods Max are pricey at $549, but based on our last video, these are super premium and have really impressive sound.
However, could they ACTUALLY be worth $300 more than the AirPods Pro? Do they sound THAT good? And are they THAT much more premium?
In this video, we answer that question by testing and comparing EVERYTHING from sound quality, noise cancellation quality, latency, microphone quality, the transparency mode, wired connectivity and MUCH more!
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AirPods Max vs AirPods Pro - 00:00
Physical Differences - 00:30
Comparing the Controls - 01:49
Stand out Features - 02:39
Battery Life - 03:20
Latency Test - 03:46
Microphone Quality Testing - 05:09
Active Noise Cancellation Test - 05:56
Transparency Mode Comparison - 07:43
Vadim's Impression - 08:38
First Sound Quality Comparison - 09:41
Second Song Comparison - 11:34
Hans Zimmer Score - 15:35
ULF Bass Test - 17:31
Rock Music Test - 19:36
Do the AirPods Max Sound $300 Better? - 21:03
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[@MaxTechOfficial]

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[@alejmc]

Heck, I bought them. The AirPods Pro have given me such a nice ride for the last 6 months and plays so nicely with iPhone, iPad, appletv, imac, etc that these AirPods Max were a no-brainer... sure MAYBE there are better offers for the price, however the build quality is hands down insane. I kinda understand the ugly case, every time I put them off somewhere I’m actually a bit stressed that they will scratch or something, hence the purse-case (could be definitely better for sure). Price-wise, yes, it stings, but hey, the second thing I use the most daily after underwear’s are headphones, it will all be worth it. In fact, every hour I use them I like them more. EDIT: agreed on the bass topic. Some songs have surprised me with a “what the heck were those” as it was barely hearable before. I’m no audiophile though, so I might be wrong on many levels.

[@IvanShevjakov]

Thanks for your channel guys, special "Спасибо большое" for Xcode Benchmark. Is that possible to compare to compare Air Pods Max VS. Marshall Monitor 2 ANC?

[@sanderhoogeland9161]

I am just wondering how you are somehow able to hear far below 20Hz, the limit of human hearing.

[@Tom_Stevens617]

@@alejmc Same here. I had been using the AirPods Pro and Sony XM3s alternatively prior to the AirPods Max, but it's just so much more better than both. Sure, maybe not $300 better, but better nonetheless, and eventually, I'm pretty sure it would be worth it over the long run.

[@stevenoconnor5693]

I’d want to see them compared to something like a fidelio from Phillips.

[@doomtomb3]

For the price of a Max, I can buy two Pros, one for me and a friend, and still have money left over to take us out for lunch

[@joefilter2923]

$150 for lunch?

[@hellolau]

And I am your friend 🤣

[@alejandrovallencci]

@@joefilter2923 i think someone skipped a few math classes

[@LRLGWhateverMemes]

And a nice lunch, not a McDonald’s meal, you’ll be having $50 to spend on food😁

[@joefilter2923]

@@alejandrovallencci or Maybe they just insist on full retail price because sales are so lower class.

[@petarknezevic7658]

AirPods Pro are one of the best tech products i ever bought.

[@JasonMP9121]

I couldn't agree more

[@jackmccarty7192]

Exactly, simply amazing. Transparency mode is outstanding, if you do spatial audio with transparency mode it’s insane!

[@jackmccarty7192]

@Tanmay Jamwal it’s crazy that I’m having to say this but it’s actually $300 lol

[@muhammedza8024]

I don’t like music .so I don’t agree with u .i like airpods for phone calls is the best

[@papervws]

airpod pros and the m1 mbp are hands down the best tech ive ever bought.

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

Love the analytical approach you guys take rather than simply putting out a straight opinion video. You do an even better job at describing your experience in this one which could not have been easy.

[@marc_262]

just the video i was looking for, as always max tech here to save the day!!

[@ethanhuang757]

Same here!

[@aisvidevi678]

Same

[@paulfunigga]

This shit costs $860 in Russia due to import tariffs. Russian people make $250 a month on average. Lol.

[@Abstracts3211]

Same in india bro, these stupid import taxes and ultra stupid luxury tax!

[@falcy2889]

Yeah I feel you. Not much better in Hungary as well. We have 27% VAT $850 here Average payment here is ~ $300 per month

[@smren]

Here in Brazil it costs USD $1356,92 and our salary is around USD $200 :D

[@smren]

I'm glad I got the xm4s myself, so I don't have to be upset about those being so overpriced lol

[@Abstracts3211]

@@smren same here mate..xm4🙌

[@BLT-70s]

Nice vid! Good and thorough - thx!! Can you do a thorough comparison on Spatial audio between the two? It’s so hard to find anyone talking about this feature in depth.

[@cheddabob994]

Awesome comparison man I’d go for the max but I got the pros 3 months ago and I don’t regret tbh. I like the portability I also like that I got a notification that I was listening to them full blast for seven days 😅

[@thanitsakleuangsupornpong2449]

Really like how you compare! Thanks!

[@Executableapplication]

AirPods Pro AND Airpods Max together at the same time. That’s my vote.

[@hades8963]

I tried this earlier! It was insane 🤣☺️😭😭😭

[@shawn7442]

i tried that with my solo pros & my airpods pro ts was ridiculous couldn’t hear ah thing

[@LL-qm3sl]

Its funny how he is comparing over ear with in ear headphones!

[@babyyoda9943]

@@LL-qm3sl it’s the only “flagship” in ear earphones that Apple do.

[@lucastan4741]

i like how well he handles his products. he just takes care of them so well, yall can see it from his actions

[@carlmarch603]

Best over the ear music sound quality I’ve tried with the iPhone was the Parrot Zik II (paired with their app), but the build quality was so-so. Really looking forward to trying these - have been using Bose at home and AirPods Pro everywhere else.

[@JonSnowxx]

Excellent video! You should compare the spatial audio in movies between the two!

[@perrybette]

I usually don't leave comments but you really came out with the Max. I have asked the same question of what the difference between the two units but you answered the question. The experience is much more intense with the Max.

[@terrymulcahy4068]

Interesting and useful review. Finally, a reviewer who gives an opinion! One point: I never see discussion on charging and maintenance. Which device is easier to charge and needs the least amount of stuff?

[@MaxTechOfficial]

Thanks! Exactly the same.

[@75gmag]

I love my AirPod Pros! Love the portability.

[@parashar15384]

"Alright, my turn again." The nerd in me smiled.

[@facebookdesign8748]

Thank you very much for the mic quality comparison! The Max mic sounds better but not night and day better. I hope you will do it too in your comparison between the AppleMax, the Sony 4 and the Bose 700 microphones as well as phone calls is what I will be using it the most for. Reviewers too often skip the microphone part unfortunately... Thanks again!

[@ClassicKrusty]

Could u compare the audio quality of the Senheiser Momentum 3s Vs the AirPod Max? Thanks 😊

[@nicholaspetre1]

I have been testing these Airpods Max for 3 days... No comments regarding the price. Pure performance here. They do have too much treble. In some songs I needed to reduce volume to go easy on my ear drums because of too much exposure of high frequencies. These headphones definitely are good if you prefer listening to podcasts, interviews - they are crisp clear and oh yes - movies! Like in the cinema. They do brilliant job canceling the noise around you, no doubt in that. But I would not choose them for listening to the music because the high frequencies they produce will bring you headache and ear pain. Literally, when I put on QC35II on my head after Airpods Max, it just like taking Ibuprofen and coming back to normal life. Adding stupid and useless case, weight, bullkiness, no way to turn them off feature and price in the end . . . Let Tim Cook and his team wear them. Stick to any Sony and Bose. And those who already have XM3, XM4, QC35, QC35II, NC700 or Momentum 3, don't even think of changing your headset for these. Bad apple. And those who stay in a line for 12-14 weeks, do yourself a favor, buy Sony on Amazon and enjoy extra $300 for some other gadget or else. I 've been really waiting for this release and really wanted to keep 'em but just too many features that needs to be improved to be on par with the competitors.

[@bluegamer07]

Thank you

[@idil5210]

Thank you so much! Could you recommend any headphones for people who don't like them? I want to buy headphones because I don't want the earphones to block my ears, but I feel uncomfortable wearing headphones for a long time.

[@jakemixd]

It’s good to see you two interact with each other.

[@brucecaballero3345]

Max Tech has the best content in KZbin in my opinion 👌🏼

[@greengang8716]

U are not wrong 👑

[@truthistheKJV]

Excellent review. Will you compare the Max to the comparable Sony and Bose offerings?

[@Geemeel1]

AWSOME review I am having the Max tomorrow !! finally decided.. Thanks SO much Love and Light from Europe 💞

[@alscarpa6177]

Very valuable review comparing the 2 products I will most often reach for in 2021. Thank you!

[@FredPrana]

Does the mic work when using the Lightning to 3,5mm cable?

[@baskorosuryaputra1925]

Whoa. The mic does sound noticeably better. Great video!

[@fucktwizzy1]

I mean just barely, mic is just basically a bit louder and just a very little better

[@robertchen4673]

AirPods Pro has a passive+active noise cancellation design, meanwhile Max has discarded passive noise cancellation. Passive cancellation could offer a great performance with low-tech design, that high efficiency is hard to achieve through active cancellation

[@mattpacker4372]

Returned my max for the red 12 mini ! Love the cute size

[@Mezxxii]

Hoping you guys will find a way to do: - blind listening test - youtube vs. apple music vs. spotify vs. tidal (a high audio quality streaming service) - comparison with headset competitors Love the coverage so far guys! Keep up the good work!

[@desmondlim6363]

I was looking for this “blind listening test”comment for before I going to post mine own since they always do unbiased blind camera test

[@timmy2guns00]

So when are they coming out with a sports model or a model I can workout with? Will they be even more money?

[@mrsingh679]

Thanks for making this video.I got AirPods max recently and u have given me lots of information what I really needed.

[@authenticiteit]

Very helpful. Thank you so much!

[@mulhimnassif1219]

Is the latency better with the wired connection?

[@ExttendoBeats]

Would you recommend the max for gym/running/fitness? I heard they aren't waterproof and I'm not sure the weight of the metal design would fair well with highly intensive physical training. I'm in need of headphones because my AirPods always fall out when I train. Could you perhaps suggest alternatives that are slightly cheaper and more fitting for my use? I'm primarily after active noise cancellation, lightweight, build and sound quality. Maybe the Sony WH-1000XM4?

[@gamingsandbox5483]

Thats exactly what I wanted, a very detailed sound comparison. Thanks!

[@abhiramielangovan5152]

Why didn’t you test the spatial audio between the both Max?

[@dulistanheman]

Both still using current Bluetooth 5.0 which is not enough to transfer High Quality sounds.

[@jeffgracianette9785]

Can you do a video on what you guys think the best games are on the iPad Pro

[@BarcelonasHotCrowd]

Awesome video guys! The AirPod Pro's really have a lot going for them especially with the price reduction to £199 in the UK (John Lewis Store & 2 yr guarantee). Just would like Apple to offer a proper equaliser setting like the Sony one in its app. I still can't work out who the Max is for apart from using them at home or the business guy taking long haul flights. You really would be not street wise to walk around the city wearing the Max - you'd get mugged! I bet they are great for DJ'ing with though. But I couldn't spend £550 on headphones - much rather spend that on a mountain bike which keeps me super healthy and doesn't ruin my hearing after a few years of use. PS Carl Conrad has copied you guys with a review similar to this but has included those rather crappy AirPods basics too.

[@eusojdivad791]

Hey guys I just recently got my new iPad 8th I'm just wondering how long should i charge my iPad? Like what is the safe time range to prevent overheating or something

[@andreimicle]

I see a Max Tech video I automatically click like. Kudos

[@LeeMooEez]

This is one of the best and most detail comparison

[@RL-um7nv]

It's always unfair to compare between a earbud and headphone, considering the driver size. I think the Airpods Max should compare with other headphones such as Bose, Beats Studio(own brand), Shure, etc

[@thachchuongtong2710]

Impressive with the way you describe the different of 2. Most touching that leading me that can’s stop me to immediately order the Airpods Max. Thank you. You are pro!

[@rylanwinner6664]

Your smile, when you used the maxes, sold me!

[@Soulishh]

As an aipod pro user, I completely understand what you mean by flatness of songs. I absolutely love music and being lost in the different levels of noise and pitch is a massive thing for me. I absolutely love my AirPod pros so I’m wondering if I should make the upgrade. Honestly I really don’t know..

[@DonnyPrasetyaEkaPutra]

How does the max fit the ears for people using glasses?

[@CodyCraw13]

I own AirPods Pro at the moment. I love over ear headphones, should I upgrade?

[@ckennedy1973]

Always enjoy watching these for reviews of expensive stuff I’ll never purchase

[@jacobhernandez953]

hey i like your watch ...where did you get it ?

[@The_Trade_Academy]

Great comparison. Just plaed an order for Pro max, thanks!

[@LandscapeInMotion]

Very nice separation of the 2 devices!

[@mejlgaardbliddal]

The only problem I have with the AirPods Pro is self-inflicted when I forget to bring the charging case with me and they drain the battery while not in use as I haven't a way to turn them off when not in use if any. I have not looked for a way turn turn them off if have have left the house without the case.

[@SpokaneGraceMedia]

How do they compare to top of the line Bose? THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEOS!

[@Zinhaf]

What’s the model of your apple watch ⌚️ that you are using in this video

[@mejlgaardbliddal]

Max how do consider the sound quality when using the mic quality on the AirPods Pro compared with the EarPods I personally thing that the EarPods connected with wires does a better job with regards to removing the echoes from the room but the microphone on my new MacBook Air are even better because they do not introduces the scratching noises that a tangle cable introduce to the sound when you have forgotten to untangle the cable before starting the recording.

[@garanceadrosehn9691]

I've heard comments on how Airpods Pro Max include support for Apple spatial audio, without thinking much about it. And then I heard an interview with Steven Wilson (musician), and it finally occurred to me that would include the new Dolby Atmos audio support. So my question is, have you tried any of the few albums which are available in Dolby Atmos? The few I've found seem pretty expensive, so I wouldn't blame you if you haven't bought any of them.

[@Intheyear2525.]

I tested the differences at the Apple store. Bought the max (going into debulhando) and tested more at home and decided to return the Max (heart broken). Why? Convenience on the carry and found the sound quality close enough budget wis. I will say, I want the next version and I will wait.

[@robertwinkler8444]

Fantastic review!!!

[@slimpaco3561]

Can you compare the AirPod Max to other $500 headphones? Even ones that do not offer noise cancellation. Some may just want the best $500 sound, since we are working from home more. How is the sound compared to an open back headphone, for example.

[@Thunder97629]

You definitely give details sound description,are you a sound engineer

[@kalpakrshah999]

wow i was just searching for this.!!:) Thanks Yurev :)

[@christophsc]

Will you test the Beats Flex as well?

[@azb4221]

Can you do a review of the marshall motif ANC? They're the ones that look almost exactly like airpods pro.

[@evilphuk]

Finally seeing them both together 😱😱

[@Wolfywolf11]

I own both I use the max for my MacBook for gaming and the pro for my iPhone for music I’d say the noise cancellation is more better on the max then the pro but max as less bass and not as loud I find and the pro has more bass and more louder maybe because it’s more closer to ear as they’re ear buds. I’d say both are great they both have great sound quality there no saying that one of them are bad they just have their own different bass or sound in them they can be similar but a slight difference in a good way

[@Wesmosis]

Great video Max!

[@enzoworldchamp9666]

Sony XM4 vs airpods max pls

[@Crystaluser708]

You can find most youtubers doing that comparison

[@RichardHorpe]

@@Crystaluser708 none of them really got down to the details though. Even MKBHD only glanced over the basics.

[@RichardHorpe]

@@thesurvivor10 exactly. Sony wins on noise cancellation, Bose NC700 has the best mic, airpods has one thing going for it, and it's...transparency mode lmao.

[@bl3731]

@@RichardHorpe ANC in Airpods max is way superior to bose and sony. A lot of audio engineers and audiophiles have reviewed it. I am not a fan of apple, nor I justify the price. But ANC is better than the competition easily. I have used many of these ANCs, and I had a chance to use the APM for 5-10 minutes. It is leaps ahead, Trust me. Is it a good value for normal people like you and me - hell no! It's ridiculous. But it holds up well tbh...

[@Hiiiiiiiiiiy]

An Audio Engineer already reviewed it and decided the Air Pod Max beats Sony in everything except that the noise cancellation was ALMOST similar. He actually mentioned that side by side comparison in sound, the XM4 for the first time sounded very inferior to him. He said it’s the first time Sony takes a huge L. Another engineer AND audiophile that reviews even $60K headphones, gave the Air Pod Max an A-. An A in itself is considered extremely top tier to him. So a A- says a lot.

[@kennethswift9211]

a very good review i have both and agree with everything you said a good and fair review

[@brandonmellis]

Probably a weird comment to post on this video, but would you mind sharing what sweater you are wearing/where you got it?

[@crisbwilliams]

Can you compare the AirPods Max vs Beats studio 3...

[@slumbpart7275]

Nice video man!

[@joshdeveaux6936]

Really should compare over head with in ear imo. Meant for completely different things if you're just answering listening to music over ear is better, if your traveling in ear all the wY

[@uranuss]

11:15 is it the difference between in-ear and not in-ear that causing the effects?

[@kenfldude]

Good review, I’ll buy both.

[@lukejohnston5993]

This is a kind of weird comparison between different product categories. Do you want massive over ear headphones with great sound quality or ultra portable earbuds with necessarily compromised sound quality? Comparison surely over.

[@Built4Dramatic]

You should have provided us with a stereo sound on the music for this video. I have both products and i was trying to review them together with this video , but , no stereo for me to do so 🙂. Otherwise good review

[@shawng4886]

I tried the AirPods Pro and they sounded a little better than my Gen 2 AirPods, but I have sensitive ass eardrums and the Pros created too much pressure to be comfortable. I LOVE the comfort of the Gen 2 AirPods and honestly they sound great for simple Spotify listening at work. At $550, damn, just can’t do it... that’s a ludicrous amount of money for headphones! For $170 on sale, my AirPods were expensive but they get used a lot. Definitely a quality of life purchase.

[@lmorris1953]

You should be comparing apples to apples such as I heard on another video comparing the Max to the Sony XM104. How do you like the Pros to other brands of earbuds?

[@brbhave2p00p4]

My lighting earpods from 2016 still work

[@rezafirouzbakht5570]

Please give the link to the live concert

[@ethanhuang757]

Thank you soooo much! I've always wanted a good comparison between these two!

[@mehulsolanki9573]

Can you discuss wearability between the two products? Given that many of us are working from home, I am wondering if the pro max can be worn straight for 8 hrs as opposed to AirPods Pro that start to get uncomfortable after 2 hrs or so.

[@seaninherts]

Hi there, did you get your answer to this? I’m wearing the max’s now andhave been for three hours. I can feel them but they’re not annoying. In transparency mode, you can literally forgret you are wearing them.

[@mehulsolanki9573]

@@seaninherts no man but thats good to know. If you plan on wearing them for longer periods of time, please come back and let me know what your experience is like. Im waiting to hear from someone before pulling the trigger on them.

[@seaninherts]

@@mehulsolanki9573 Sure thing… record is most of a ten hour shift earlier today… I mean I would grab the off coffee, but they’re fine. They are heavier than th4 XM4 but I feel them less

[@empty_peace]

at wired time Bluetooth on / off does *airpods max* microphone works?? please reply... ___because i heard that the cable don't have any microphone 🤒

[@mtsogt]

Microphone works plugged in and Bluetooth, it has to be on for the mic to work in all

[@kingslinky1247]

My wife just bought me the pros for my birthday today🙏🏽😅

[@gerrylee79]

I just got my Airpods Max today and watched The Dark Knight concert you had on demo in the video. It's interesting!

[@naushadali6784]

Please review with Bose headphones 700 with Airpods Max.Thks

[@LL-qm3sl]

How can you hear the music at full volume?

[@mizunotouya]

This is the comparison I was waiting for 👏🏻👏🏻

[@weed2168]

Thank you very much

[@JasonMP9121]

Can you also do this test with Sony and Bose headphones ^^ I really love your comparison👌

[@richardkoo7869]

Those comparisons are coming, I am certain.

[@youngdoan3465]

Which one is good for Spatial Audio when you watch movies? Thanks 🙏 😎

[@seadonwhite9096]

I got the airpod pros and I love them, but they scrape and hurt the inside of my left ear to the point where it will bleed, so I need the max if I want the features of the pros without it hurting

[@Joseph-zd3lz]

I cant even afford the wired earpods. This is just crazy how expensive everything has become

[@absk601]

Yeah those got $10 bucks cheap and you don’t have to buy expensive things!

[@user-fe1ri7hi2e]

@@absk601 on what planet are the wired ones $10 pls tell me

[@dr.apollo4226]

The wired ones are so cheap, you can literally get them for free on the subway. Like what?

[@ThatENGuy]

I toggle spatialize stereo on my MAX’s and it sounds incredible watching your videos. Its as if i were there i front of you. I bought the pros but unfortunately one of them wouldn’t stay inside my ear and trying different ear tip options. I got the 3rd gen regular airpods for the portability and use the max for when using the train and traveling.

[@PurushNahiMahaPurush]

Spatial audio is superb on my Pros. I didn’t but the Max because they are a bit too expensive for me and the case is stupid. I bought the Sony WH XM4 instead because the ANC and sound quality are supposed to be the best in the class. Plus it comes with a nice case and can be used with a 3.5mm cable for hifi audio.

[@pepsicolazero]

Can you try the delay with the wired for the AirPods max

[@SupremelyWise]

Yeah, I would like to know for gaming on the PS5

[@constantinosanastassiou8939]

Hello!!! i prefer the Pros , they can be in my pocket!! Please one help. What about the battery life in iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12? (no gaming or Instagram but business and videos)

[@johalun]

Exactly what I needed :D

[@cetheral1881]

I like the way the Pros sound buy they’re very uncomfortable, I wonder if the Max would be more comfortable since it isn’t right in my ear