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Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — H1 · ANC · Spatial Audio · USB-C
Apple

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

H1 · ANC · Spatial Audio · USB-C

89
/ 100
From $549
VS
Sennheiser HD 660S2 wins by 3
Sennheiser HD 660S2 — Over-ear · 2023
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 660S2

Over-ear · 2023

92
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 660S2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) lands at 89 and Sennheiser HD 660S2 at 92. That puts Sennheiser HD 660S2 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) if…

  • ✓Best-in-class build quality
  • ✓Apple ecosystem integration
  • ✓USB-C with lossless support (Vision Pro)

Pick Sennheiser HD 660S2 if…

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

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

Sound quality

Tie

Tuning, detail, and staging

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Noise cancelling

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) leads on anc (92 vs 90).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 660S2

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 660S2 leads on comfort (91 vs 80).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) 89
vs
92 Sennheiser HD 660S2

Score breakdown

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
89
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 80
battery 84
features 90
Sennheiser HD 660S2
92
anc 90
sound 92
comfort 91
battery 82
features 88

Specs side-by-side

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) versus Sennheiser HD 660S2 — full spec comparison
Spec Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) Sennheiser HD 660S2
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

Sennheiser HD 660S2

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 Sennheiser HD 660S2

Which is better, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Sennheiser HD 660S2? +

Sennheiser HD 660S2 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. 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 Sennheiser HD 660S2 worth the price? +

At $599, Sennheiser HD 660S2 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Sennheiser HD 660S2 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 noise cancelling, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Sennheiser HD 660S2? +

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — leads on anc (92 vs 90). ANC strength for commute and travel.

Which is better for comfort, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) or Sennheiser HD 660S2? +

Sennheiser HD 660S2 — leads on comfort (91 vs 80). Long-session wearability.