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AirPods Max — Over-ear · 2020
Apple

AirPods Max

Over-ear · 2020

88
/ 100
From $549
VS
AirPods Max wins by 2
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Corsair

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

AirPods Max takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods Max lands at 88 and Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) at 86. That puts AirPods Max ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick AirPods Max if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)

Pick Corsair Virtuoso Pro (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

Tuning, detail, and staging

AirPods Max leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

AirPods Max

ANC strength for commute and travel

AirPods Max leads on anc (86 vs 70).

Comfort

AirPods Max

Long-session wearability

AirPods Max leads on comfort (87 vs 84).

Value for money

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $549).

AirPods Max 88
vs
86 Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Score breakdown

AirPods Max
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

AirPods Max versus Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec AirPods Max Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)
Type
Over-ear
Gaming headset
Release year
2020
2023
Variant
—
Black

AirPods Max

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (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 vs Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Which is better, AirPods Max or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

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

Is AirPods Max worth the price? +

At $549, AirPods Max delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does AirPods Max or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (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 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

AirPods Max — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, AirPods Max or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

AirPods Max — leads on anc (86 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.