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AirPods Max (USB-C) — H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking
Apple

AirPods Max (USB-C)

H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking

88
/ 100
From $549
VS
AirPods Max (USB-C) wins by 2
EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) — Gaming · 2022 · White
EPOS

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

Gaming · 2022 · White

86
/ 100
From $279
Specdex verdict

AirPods Max (USB-C) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods Max (USB-C) lands at 88 and EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) at 86. That puts AirPods Max (USB-C) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick AirPods Max (USB-C) if…

  • ✓Premium aluminum build
  • ✓Seamless Apple integration
  • ✓Head-tracked spatial audio

Pick EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) 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

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Tuning, detail, and staging

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on sound (92 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

AirPods Max (USB-C)

ANC strength for commute and travel

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on anc (92 vs 70).

Comfort

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

Long-session wearability

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) leads on comfort (84 vs 82).

Value for money

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) more score per dollar ($279 vs $549).

AirPods Max (USB-C) 88
vs
86 EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

Score breakdown

AirPods Max (USB-C)
88
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 82
battery 82
features 86
EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

AirPods Max (USB-C) versus EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) — full spec comparison
Spec AirPods Max (USB-C) EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)
Driver
40 mm dynamic
—
Codecs
AAC, SBC
—
Battery
20 h
—
Weight
384 g
—
Connectivity
BT 5.0, USB-C lossless
—
Type
—
Gaming headset
Variant
—
White
Release year
—
2022

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Pros
  • +Premium aluminum build
  • +Seamless Apple integration
  • +Head-tracked spatial audio
Cons
  • −Still uses H1 (not H2)
  • −Heavy at 384 g
  • −No power button / auto-pause

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

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: AirPods Max (USB-C) vs EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)

Which is better, AirPods Max (USB-C) or EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is AirPods Max (USB-C) worth the price? +

At $549, AirPods Max (USB-C) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in anc.

Is EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) worth the price? +

At $279, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does AirPods Max (USB-C) or EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White) 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, AirPods Max (USB-C) or EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on sound (92 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, AirPods Max (USB-C) or EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (White)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on anc (92 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.