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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
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods Max (USB-C) lands at 88 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) 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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (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

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

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Long-session wearability

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) leads on comfort (84 vs 82).

Value for money

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $549).

AirPods Max (USB-C) 88
vs
86 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Score breakdown

AirPods Max (USB-C)
88
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 82
battery 82
features 86
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

AirPods Max (USB-C) versus Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec AirPods Max (USB-C) Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
Driver
40 mm dynamic
—
Codecs
AAC, SBC
—
Battery
20 h
—
Weight
384 g
—
Connectivity
BT 5.0, USB-C lossless
—
Type
—
Gaming headset
Variant
—
Black
Release year
—
2023

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

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (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: AirPods Max (USB-C) vs Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Which is better, AirPods Max (USB-C) or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does AirPods Max (USB-C) or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (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, AirPods Max (USB-C) or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

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