Apple
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
H1 · ANC · Spatial Audio · USB-C
89
/ 100
From $549
VS
Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black
Over-ear · 2023
89
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) lands at 89 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) if…
- ✓Best-in-class build quality
- ✓Apple ecosystem integration
- ✓USB-C with lossless support (Vision Pro)
Pick Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) 89
vs 89 Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black
Score breakdown
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
89 anc 92
sound 92
comfort 80
battery 84
features 90
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black
89 anc 87
sound 89
comfort 88
battery 82
features 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic | — |
| ANC | Hybrid 9-mic | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | — |
| Codecs | AAC + Lossless USB-C | — |
| Battery | 20 hr (with ANC) | — |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| Weight | 384 g | — |
| Type | — | Over-ear |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
Pros
- +Best-in-class build quality
- +Apple ecosystem integration
- +USB-C with lossless support (Vision Pro)
Cons
- −No new chip vs original
- −Heavy at 384g
- −No fold-flat design
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black
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
FAQ: Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) vs Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black
Which is better, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) worth the price? +
At $549, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in anc.
Is Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $399, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.
Does Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Midnight 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.