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64 Audio U12t — IEM
64 Audio

64 Audio U12t

IEM

95
/ 100
From $1,999
VS
64 Audio U12t wins by 3
Audeze Maxwell (Black) — Gaming · 2022 · Black
Audeze

Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Gaming · 2022 · Black

92
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

64 Audio U12t takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, 64 Audio U12t lands at 95 and Audeze Maxwell (Black) at 92. That puts 64 Audio U12t ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick 64 Audio U12t if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Audeze Maxwell (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

64 Audio U12t

Tuning, detail, and staging

64 Audio U12t leads on sound (95 vs 92).

Noise cancelling

Audeze Maxwell (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Audeze Maxwell (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Long-session wearability

Audeze Maxwell (Black) leads on comfort (90 vs 88).

Value for money

Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audeze Maxwell (Black) more score per dollar ($299 vs $1,999).

64 Audio U12t 95
vs
92 Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Score breakdown

64 Audio U12t
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Audeze Maxwell (Black)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92

Specs side-by-side

64 Audio U12t versus Audeze Maxwell (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec 64 Audio U12t Audeze Maxwell (Black)
Type
IEM
Gaming headset
Variant
—
Black
Release year
—
2022

64 Audio U12t

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: 64 Audio U12t vs Audeze Maxwell (Black)

Which is better, 64 Audio U12t or Audeze Maxwell (Black)? +

64 Audio U12t scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is 64 Audio U12t worth the price? +

At $1,999, 64 Audio U12t delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Is Audeze Maxwell (Black) worth the price? +

At $299, Audeze Maxwell (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does 64 Audio U12t or Audeze Maxwell (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, 64 Audio U12t or Audeze Maxwell (Black)? +

64 Audio U12t — leads on sound (95 vs 92). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, 64 Audio U12t or Audeze Maxwell (Black)? +

Audeze Maxwell (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.