AirPods Max (USB-C)

Our take

Beautifully built and great sounding, but heavy and expensive, and the case is still more sleeve than protection.

We listen on commutes, flights and long days at a desk, and compare noise cancellation, call quality and fit against the earlier models we still own.

Specifications

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer at launch and may differ by region and configuration. Last reviewed June 15, 2025.