Apple AirPods Max MWW83AM/A
The Apple H1 chip and custom 40mm dynamic driver enable lossless audio over USB-C, while Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation removes up to 2x more background sound and supports 20‑hour battery life. Its acoustic‑first design with a knit‑mesh canopy and memory foam ear cushions creates a comfortable seal, complemented by personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and effortless Apple device switching. These over‑ear headphones are best for Apple device users seeking premium noise cancellation, spatial audio immersion, and lossless wired playback for music and movies.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile) 94th
- Strong build (92th percentile) 92th
- Strong sound (89th percentile) 89th
Cons
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews — so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q1 202690/100
Buyers praise sound quality, noise cancellation, comfort, and Apple device pairing. Battery life and ease of turning off receive minor mixed notes.
- Excellent sound quality and noise cancellation praised across multiple reviews.
- Comfortable for long wear, even lying down; no reported headaches.
- Automatic pairing with Apple devices is a standout improvement over competitors.
- Battery life good but not as long as AirPods Pro; case required to power off.
- Q1 202533/100
Buyers praised comfort and sound but reported engraving missteps, inaccurate color, and reliability issues with sweat damage.
- Sweat accumulation and poor case design cause repeated failures.
- Comfortable fit and excellent sound quality.
- Engraving not applied as ordered; color is peach/pink not orange.
- Sound great but reliability concerns override loyalty.
Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | Stainless steel |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Sensitivity | 100 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Pro-Level Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, Personalized Spatial Audio, USB-C Charging, Bluetooth Headphones for iPhone - Purple |
| Surround | Spatial Audio |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | Pro-level |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | No |
Battery
| Battery Life | 20 |
| Charge Time | 1.5 |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
| Detachable Mic | No |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | iOS Only |
| Volume Limiting | No |
| Gaming Mode | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple AirPods Max MWW83AM/A | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | JBL Live 770NC | TOZO HT3 HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 48 | - | 470 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 20 | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple AirPods Max MWW83AM/A | 87.2 | 82.4 | 92.2 | 89.4 | 65.1 | 28.7 | 93.6 | 97.5 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91 | 92.2 | 90 | 71.7 | 79.2 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 94.9 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 99.2 | 55.6 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.1 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 91.4 | 50.3 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| TOZO HT3 HT3 Compare | 87.2 | 84.8 | 95.8 | 98.9 | 97 | 50.3 | 96.5 | 91.5 |
Usage Scores
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