Beats Studio Pro vs Sony XM5 vs AirPods Max: Closer than you think

[@mannyg.forever5730]

Overall the XM5's have superior sound, bass and clarity. They're also much lighter and comfortable and the ANC is amazing. I also own the Air Pod Max which I love as well, I use them mostly for work. I love how they seamlessly connect to all my apple devices. The XM5's wins for me. I was actually shocked at how good they sound over the APM. But I understand why the APM costs more because of the higher quality materials.

[@yesofcourse4419]

XM5's have elite ANC. Other than that, they're not that great. Sound quality is meh (just like every other bluetooth headphone out there, 90% have awful sound quality). *except Focal Bathys, Mark Levinson N°5909, Hifiman Ananda-BT, Hifiman Deva Pro Wireless* Obviously most people can't afford those if they can't get there money up but sony bluetooth headphones are all garbage, it's literally just bass and unrefined highs. at that point you might as well just save $200 and just get an anker Soundcore q45, the sony's aren't $200 better. Airpods Max definitely have a far superior overall soundquality than the sony's. Clearer highs, mids that don't get lost because of the bass and bass that's good enough. They're kinda ugly but you're wearing them so how they look doesn't matter. Overall, people can talk about convenience but don't talk about 'superior sound' on a bluetooth headphone unless you actually know what you're talking about. Drop the money on the Focal Bathys and get an actually good bluetooth headphone.

[@tymson7371]

do you use XM5's with ios?

[@Frederica_remram226]

But the sonys have 30mm drivers and the maxs have 40mm drivers

[@yngw1337]

@@yesofcourse4419 Reading your comment just made me annoyed, idk why, so pretentious holy fuak.

[@hannesh.3024]

​@@Frederica_remram226which really doesn't say amything.

[@anthonyolivieri413]

At full price, Studio Pros aren't worth it, but they are frequently on sale usually for $200 or less and that's a game changer.

[@shanetom3387]

Purchased mine $130 open box ex excellent condition

[@wheelieshd]

Where are you seeing these on sale for 200$?

[@Nhilbtrack24]

@@wheelieshdWalmart

[@wheelieshd]

@@Nhilbtrack24 can you shoot me a reply if you ever see them back at 200, right now they say 300

[@GoldenKnight702]

@@wheelieshdused in very good condition from Amazon for 150 all day. You don’t like em , return em

[@AidanHipp]

with a new price of 180 i think the beats are a great option if you don’t wanna spend 400

[@rigoramos1353]

Just got the beats studio pro. Im coming from the XM4’s and I like the sound quality better on the beats. The ANC isn’t as good, but I’m using these to study in an already quiet environment and turn up the volume high for the gym. The beats just look sportier and fit snugger for a good workout.

[@migueltrujillo341]

How are they against the sweat

[@vexun11]

I prefer them as well. I picked up a pair at best buy for $199 and couldn't be happier with them other than the comfort isnt the best ive experienced but they are just fine.

[@kylewavy_]

Facts

[@bwoohk]

I have tried AirPods Max in the Apple brand store and I was pleasantly surprised in terms of comfort, sound quality, noise reduction, etc. It is an excellent product!😃

[@LoadTheFiles]

To me the xm5 and air maxes are good for travel studio the home and light work, the beats are good for working out or traveling in more risky areas basically the head phone pair u don’t care a lot about losing getting stolen or getting broken or just regular wear and tear

[@gimmepenalty]

I’ll buy studio pro when they come back with the grey and gold

[@deykno87]

🤮🤮🤮

[@lovique]

@@deykno87?

[@jimmyneutron5755]

Me personally, as I’ve tried both xm5 and the max, I’ve found I just prefer the beats. I love how they look, they sound great, the case isn’t such a behemoth, and the anc and the transparency modes get the job done for me. Beats wins

[@tragic3883]

How is the noise cancelation?

[@aruke]

@@tragic3883 sub par to the other two for sure but isn't terrible

[@mostdefintelynotJaydenMarieta]

@@tragic3883terrible

[@darelwashington8403]

Dude, Amazon sells replacement ear cups for your Beats. I replaced my wife's black headphone'😊s cups with cups that have a rose design, she loves them. Better than new. Revive those headphones. You won't regret it.

[@mickeygarcia2331_]

The headphones are cool, but I have the AirPods Max. I think that after the metal feel, it’s hard to go back to plastic. I’m also afraid to break them considering how beats has been in the past

[@TheUAProdigy]

Your ears are broken 😂 Xm5’s sounds nowhere near as good as the APM. They have more bass, less sub bass, worse soundstage, worse detail and mid range even after playing with the app.

[@IronMan-ds5bi]

​@@TheUAProdigy...but he said he prefers the APM😂

[@beyondview]

​@@IronMan-ds5biright reading is fundamental

[@junyaiwase]

@@TheUAProdigyi think you replied to the wrong comment bro bro

[@whyme3772]

@@TheUAProdigy You replied to the wrong comment. I actually would say Sony might have better base, especially with the XM4's. But besides that and them being better gym headphones, they're inferior to the APM.

[@Diego_Cabrera]

My sister has the sony XM4's and I have the Airpods max. Personally I prefer the max for their aesthetics, sound, and the seamless integration all thorough my apple device’s. The one thing I hate about the Max's tho is the case and the fact that they get so dirty very quickly (could just be bc I have the white ones tho.)

[@9thgendev]

The studio pros are great if you can get them on sale. Paid $180 for mine off Amazon which is like 50% off

[@treenutbuster6086]

Right. Looks like they’re on sale everywhere for 199.99 which is a steal. I just bought a pair and it was just such an upgrade over a pair of Sennheisers I had, but couldn’t justify the AirPod maxes with them being due for a usb c upgrade. I can ride these out for a few years and upgrade to that then

[@Techtherapy-m5f]

Got mine for GBP165

[@chrispineo1979]

I like the way the Beats sound, especially with Spacial Audio. The Studio 3 not so much. Too muffled. This hit the right spot. I get that they are tweaked to be crowd pleasers (deep bass and top end for vocals and cymbals) but I just like them. Impressive review though and I feel its on point, sound is very subjective.

[@artempritulo826]

Thanks for your review, it was pleasure to hear from you

[@brandonfrost9801]

I really liked xm4’s and the smaller case, the xm5’s are lighter and feel better not as warm but the material is definitely cooler on airpod max but will like to see the 2nd Gen of them next year likely

[@333wiz8]

Max all the way for me. Sound quality, noise canceling and transparency is unmatched. Most comfortable too in my opinion but a lot of people think they’re heavy, I just think they have weak necks😂 Oh yea and modularity

[@RED-light_]

I’m waiting to see if Apple will come out with Airpod Max 2 next year. Cause I want a power button. Plus I miss headphones that fold

[@trent1646]

They just dropped them but they’re terrible it’s just new colors and a new usbc or something so disappointing

[@chrjohns11]

I’d describe the xm5s sound as veiled. Even after tweaking with the equalizer. If Sony would concentrate on the sound quality of the xm5s, they would be king.

[@BookClubDisaster]

I don't necessarily disagree but sometimes veiled is deliberate. Sennheiser is famous for this even in many of their audiophile headphones. The veil creates a bit more of a relaxing, warm sound. I actually wish the Airpods Max had a bit more of a veil. They sound amazing for 10-15 minutes but then can start to sound very harsh and fatiguing. The XM5's never do.

[@Blimpee]

The XM5’s have vegan leather, which in my opinion is one of the most comfortable for the ear cuffs

[@beansRuns]

I was about to buy the APM but I found the Beats Studio Pro at Best Buy for $170. I got the worst headphones of the 3 but for half the price of the XM5s and less than 1/3 the APM

[@KV-qv7oh]

I got the same Beats now for $199 on sale. Your comparing a $350 retail headphone to a $530 retail headphone & a $400 retail headphone lol those other 2 better be better lmao

[@abduxuel2273]

Amazing breakdown of the 3 headphones I’m deciding between right now and I think I’m going for the xm5s after this, save a bit of that Apple money for the new ones they will most likely bring out in a year or so I imagine :)

[@businesssavvy4532]

Best comparative video by far

[@boo2564]

I just bought the AirPod Max’s to give my husband my XM5’s. I will say I can’t believe you preferred the AirPod’s controls, the one thing I’m not excited to live without is the silent mode provided by the XM5’s just by pressing your palm against the ear. As someone who is always in noise cancellation mode, it was really convenient when someone was speaking to me

[@josevela9018]

Bought my beats for 180 on black friday i think theyre worth it at that sell price. My coworker let me try his airpod maxes and i gotta admit they were on another level

[@glennhiernaux6942]

You mean rhe studio 3? Cause studio pro aren't at 180

[@Joey24Parker]

@@glennhiernaux6942they’re 170$ right now

[@josevela9018]

They were on Amazon I think they still are lol I got the sandstone ones

[@josevela9018]

They are studio pros

[@seth4243]

The AirPod max’s are mid

[@TiredDad10]

Picked up the studio pros for 180 on prime day 2. So far, They seem really really quiet and are tight while wearing them. Time will tell if worth $180 or not.

[@yami3118]

Lmk

[@dustinoutdoors4443]

Same thing here man I grabbed them for 180$. Looking for a replacement for my Bose QC45 after they went missing at the airport. Trying to figure out if I like the feel of them. Tight fit and shallow cups. Can’t decide if I want to get the XM5s when they go on sale.

[@RockyLuvsJonghyun]

I feel like they’re still worth it if you didn’t want to spend $400-$600

[@Tei_022]

I have Beats Studio pro, the leather still rips & the band connecting them is literally broken & help together with tape as I’m listening to this. I’m really excited to get the xm5s bc I’m hoping I won’t have to deal with it breaking after a few months

[@Neytiri092]

How that happened?

[@kdcharles5613]

The same thing happened to me. I bought mine in September 20 23 and in April 2024 both haircuts and where you adjust them are broken and now the hinges are broken so I’m trying to decide what new headphones I’m gonna get to.

[@dannyphantom3686]

Apple nerfed beats to make their name product better

[@angelh1743]

That's funny. Some people buy Beats for it's fashion statement. But most people buy Sony XM5 & Airpod Pro's for it's quality built and sound. Most people who spend $300 to $500 on headphone WANT quality over fashion everyday of the week.

[@blackbutterfye]

AirPod max isn’t good for the gym though. The weight of them is what kills it for me.

[@ferry7613]

Airport max is not good very expensive and haven't more bass if some people chose beats just for bass 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@bentekaway]

How would you rate them 3 in terms of max volume ?

[@societysbedrock]

Wow the AirPod mic is sooo clear.. thank u for the mic test!

[@rjbslio]

I love my Beats Studio Pro~ I also own an Airpods Max too :D

[@Palestini22]

Thanks for the nice video, for someone wearing glasses, do you think that the level of comfort could be affected by any of the three headphones ?

[@amanbekovkz]

I want to buy beats pro for work in the auto services sector. I want style in my look. I think it's perfect for its task.

[@bpet2237]

1000xm5 were my favorite but just returned them for beats mainly because xm5 took forever to switch between my mac and iphone. Biggest downside on beats pro…call quality is so bad people tell me sounds like an echo…

[@BuiltInception]

This is interesting, personally I wouldnt mind swap time between devices as it's already intentional. AirPods Max dominate in that regard of course but fail at many others.

[@elpadrino.M.D]

damn man, you bring it real stuff right there, nice review, cover all the importants, and give a nice conclusion with no bias on any side. cheers from Mexico bruh 👌👍😎

[@artofmaeve]

Watching this just after getting my Beats. For what I’ve paid ($179 on sale) I think it’s reasonable. But if there was no sale, I would have regrets not grading up to XM5

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

You your right on this one just went to test them at Best Buy Air pod Max , Sony XM5, Beats

[@johnd4270]

I paid $180 for the beats I really like them. That’s a hell of a lot cheaper than the m5

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

Because it’s on sale dude lmao usually go for 350

[@kingofgames234]

Honestly, after watching this because I just broke my solo3s ….. I think I’ll just buy another pair of solo 3s for $100 than worry about any of these options right now. The Studio 3s were pretty bad for Noise cancelling but at the time they came out they were cutting edge. All this time waiting for a proper update…. For them to just lazily muddle through. Apple is holding them back on purpose so they don’t beat the airpods max. And if I want actually good anc and call quality I will just us my airpods pro. Not paying $250 extra just to not get any meaningful improvements other than a mid tier ANC. With worse physical quality than previous generation.

[@Neytiri092]

I love the beats. But make sure you find them on sale. I got them on Black Friday weekend which was about $169. It’s not worth it if you are getting them for $350. Airpod max I feel like you are asking to get robbed if you wear them outside. Plus I wouldn’t want to spend over $350 on headphones

[@amckinney14]

Yessss!! The AirPods max are the Jordan’s of headphones. You will get them snatched!

[@Mucgamon191]

XM5’s all day long

[@TheRedGlint4427]

If you can get the beats on sale for less than 250 it’s a great deal

[@Dboiii96]

Buying my first pair of headphones and it’s between these 3 options? Which should I go with?

[@fjorge4014]

Never tried the beats, I have the Max and they are pretty hard to beat.

[@wavyswrld8026]

what

[@adamburke4738]

Getting the Sandstone ones next week when they’re available in the UK.

[@araskoca8172]

Loved how you tested at the gym bcs thats where i use them the most. and also the beats thing you said that at 13:10 is so true and made me laugh.

[@abdolsrolestz7358]

yeah, I recommend to buy a case for AirPod Max headphone on like Amazon

[@AngelMartinez-zx4lg]

Great comparison. Sony xm5 and AirPods Max are legendary. I’ve always thought that beats sucked and overpriced

[@meltemh.2002]

Thank you! I wanted to get beats but now I'll probably get sony m5

[@Garbage_Saint]

I had AirPods on and panicked when he put the AirPod dying sfx 😂

[@SimplyPops]

Lmao!

[@SirMikeProvolone]

After trying the headphones out at the store I went with the Xm5's they were the obvious choice in sound quality and ANC

[@joaosp12]

I wanna buy a beats but a don't have the money for the airpods max, does it worth it?

[@proclific]

I disagree with the on/off switch I only wanted the Max connected to my Mac . I notice sometimes when I switch from sound bar to airpods max it doesnt turn on then I gotta plug back in lightning cable for a sec then unplug and it connects. doest it like every other time I want to wear them .... other then that I love max but I switched to the Beats Pro I can turn on or off and overtime I turn on it comes on . Beats much improved love the bass and mids and highs way better than before !! slight advantage to AirPods Max for overall sound quality!

[@YoBluePixel]

guys im getting Beats Studio Pro, am i stupid for buying it or was it still a G because its cheapest while still being very close to the Xm5?

[@jeremiahhundley6629]

Except if you’re watching Apple TV, Beats clearly win over the Sony’s due to the Dolby

[@Mega07]

Sony all day

[@davidbarrett0314]

What a great video ✨ well put together I must say. Keep up the great work, patiently waiting for the room tour

[@zachjones8393]

Great review thank you, gonna get black xm5s

[@JuanGlow]

You can get the Beats for 179 usd in many stores now

[@BlazingNina]

Do you recommend AirPods Max USBC?

[@shanehallowell5443]

The on off button is the little button on the right just hold it

[@nobodyJake]

beats studiopro are too tight and stiff because the small ear cups dont swivel. feels a alittle cheap. airpod max doesnt feel cheap but too big and heavy. both leave hot spots on top of the head. both sound good though. XM4's are more comfy than the XM5's. shure Aonic50 is better than beats and AirPods but Sony is still king

[@WargodFilms]

They have eq on the iPhone and MacBooks but the app itself for android. Not so sure. Which is why Sony don’t have the same features on iPhones.

[@1k_platinum]

Overall the XM5's are the best but I found the beats for only 200 on Amazon so I picked them up instead because im only kid with not to much money.

[@ate810]

I use app2 but had the momentum 4 and those smack all 3 in sound quality imo

[@JacksonRomeraHenderson]

1 year later and all Apple has done is add type c and more colors. I'm getting the XM5.

[@WargodFilms]

Everyone saying Sony is the highest on the bar which weird to me. Sony is great I have all three but I feel people sticking to Sony by default b cause of there track record just like apple. The name says it all and all beats had for them back in the day is the looks and a little bass heavy and cheap feeling so the track record haven’t been as good for them I can honestly say this time is not the case beats stepped up in a big way. Bass sounds more cleaner yue music is more define. And play these using your pre amp eq in Apple Music changes the overall experience once you start tweaking it they sound better then the Sony to me and it might be because once you add the Dolby atmos and lossless audio with spatial audio and the eq pre amp. You just don’t get the same sound you would with the Sony least not on apple products but android and windows might be different

[@mohammadkhalid2366]

The problem with beats is that they put pressure on ears and i feel like they’re on ear more than they’re over ear and the clarity of beats pro’s are amazing but the bass is almost forgotten on them aswell both are good but you’ll feel like the beats is not in the same premium tier of the sony, bose and sennheiser

[@samxv6702]

thank you for weighing them

[@RonaldBrown59]

Good review, thanks for sharing.

[@FraylinCash]

THERES A EQ CHOICE IN THE SETTINGS OF THE IPHONE OMG

[@Snapjustice]

I might hold off the AirPods Max until late 2024 or early 2025 when AirPods Max 2s come out

[@BlueElwood]

Great video Sir.

[@keithmoore6334]

Great review.

[@carolinamarcmar]

Thanks for the excellent video

[@aaronmoreno4545]

Thank you for the comparison!

[@beyondview]

Could someone explain regarding the beats what's the point in having ANC when you can hear everything around you?

[@charIidamelio]

i just got beats studio pro and i have found that people around me can hear my music quite clearly even if my volume isnt on max, does anyone else have this issue and know if there is a way to fix it?

[@Daman2benow]

It depends on the seal. If it’s not sitting securely around your ears there will be leakage

[@michaelpee4684]

if you want a headphones for gym, beats studio pro is the best

[@ethh222]

Why?

[@CoolbonnieXD]

@@ethh222because

[@fredro833]

Sonys all day, over APM and Beats

[@MrDjkopa22]

I’m beats all day everyday

[@I_am_Gee_]

XM5 seems to be winning

[@nskbhatia1]

XM5’s all day.

[@alexanderalum7345]

My man said "hip"

[@ItsKatinasWorld]

I really appreciate this review. I honestly am curious about the other headphones, but I find them so UGLY!!! Why can’t other headphones have the style of beats 🥺

[@Mask242]

Liked your vid. But....none of those three

[@SailorDoc]

@ $179 at amazon, i'm going with beats. It's not like it'll be my only headphone. Good to have one for "cool factor" lol...

[@V3RM1LI0N]

How many dolla u got

[@VitoScaletta1951]

I’m currently using the xm5s, mainly for the gym and when I play video games. It is very good. I’m going to also be grabbing a pair of AirPod maxes this Friday mainly because I’m getting them for a great deal but I’ll update which ones I like more

[@JJ-006]

Be careful using them to workout they’re not water/sweat proof

[@VitoScaletta1951]

@@JJ-006 Yeah it’s all good my xm5s have been doing good for the last 5 months they can take a beating I’m sure the maxes will a lot shittier in quality I wouldn’t be surprised if those broke down on me lol

[@JJ-006]

@@VitoScaletta1951 have you come across any issues i just got mine today

[@FAISAL-od4zx]

How the max ?

[@VitoScaletta1951]

@@FAISAL-od4zx I like them they’re not bad at all the bass is surprisingly a lot better like it tickles my ears (if played loud enough) but they do get uncomfortable and hurt after a while. Overall I think I do like the xm5s way more especially for the gym too they can take a beating for sure. Both are great headphones but I think the xm5s are just more reliable.

[@Djones96]

How are the AirPods Max for gym use?

[@BookClubDisaster]

not great. That's where the weight can come into play. On a treadmill it can feel like you've got this big metal weight on your head. XM5's would work much better for that. Maybe the Beats too

[@mihoyo1-p9t]

sony should just do a button like the airpod max, touch control is just not it, feels clunky. Imagine swiping and all of a sudden it does something different, like wtf?

[@754RASTASMURF]

Great vid, im getting yhe beats for my bday at ariubd 220. But no matter what at like half the price and the fact my buzz cut needs a good looking pair of headphones im really looking for it. Beats are sexy asf and will be a outfit addition

[@754RASTASMURF]

As an add-on, I have like 110k mins with artists like Mac miller and j Cole, ext ect ect, beats just makes sense 😂

[@nikeking9426]

I love the Beats Studio pro ❤

[@Yankeyson1]

Mine's arriving tomorrow after the Amazon sale we just had. I hope I like them as much as I like my QC 35's and my xm5's

[@blackbutterfye]

@@Yankeyson1 what’s your update on them? I just bought them so I’m hoping I like them

[@rodrigomcewan4008]

​@@blackbutterfyesame here mine arriving next week really hope I like them too

[@SonnyWest87]

Bro Beats are inferior. This shouldn’t be a question. These haven’t been a standard since 2012. Replace those with the bose

[@mikeyestrada1674]

Why does every KZbinr do the same review of the same headphones it almost makes no sense unless your content is better with good filming why not review B&O H95 or the master dynamic MW75 those two headphones are the best money can buy hands down

[@victorchen9170]

Just bought the Studio pros, and as a warning to anyone else, don't buy it.

[@wavyswrld8026]

it’s fine they’re good

[@victorchen9170]

@@wavyswrld8026 The sound and anc are alright, but they are just insanely uncomfortable and feel extremely cheap and plastic for something that's $400.

[@levil4012]

Sennheiser momentum 4's sound better than ALL of these

[@LeylaOnAir]

i disagree. i tried them and sticked to the APM

[@PurushNahiMahaPurush]

10:00 very ignorant statement. I have a XM4 and it switches off automatically if it detects that the user hasn't worn them for 10-15 mins. Pretty sure its the same with XM5. Airpods have the worst battery management I've seen. They can't switch off unless you put them in their case. Otherwise they will switch off after 72 hours. That's just ridiculous. With the case, they will turn off after 18 hours. Who the fuck needs them to be on in their case! All that battery wasted for Find My. It makes sense for Airpods Pro because they are tiny and its easy to lose them. But why do we need this for over the ear headphones?

[@MateoMarine]

I just cannot come to grips with the Apple's costing $550. For headphones!!? That's the price of a PS5. Insanity. But people are doing it, so F me I guess.

[@angiehazel9940]

5:15 boy wtf

[@bonifaseyo]

Beats Studio Pro's microphone sucks, too low, you can't use it for calls especially on Teams