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Audeze LCD-2 Classic — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Planar magnetic

90
/ 100
From $799
VS
Audeze Maxwell (White) wins by 2
Audeze Maxwell (White) — Gaming · 2022 · White
Audeze

Audeze Maxwell (White)

Gaming · 2022 · White

92
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Audeze Maxwell (White) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze LCD-2 Classic lands at 90 and Audeze Maxwell (White) at 92. That puts Audeze Maxwell (White) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Audeze LCD-2 Classic if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Audeze Maxwell (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

Audeze Maxwell (White)

Tuning, detail, and staging

Audeze Maxwell (White) leads on sound (92 vs 90).

Noise cancelling

Audeze Maxwell (White)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Audeze Maxwell (White) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Audeze Maxwell (White)

Long-session wearability

Audeze Maxwell (White) leads on comfort (90 vs 88).

Value for money

Audeze Maxwell (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audeze Maxwell (White) more score per dollar ($299 vs $799).

Audeze LCD-2 Classic 90
vs
92 Audeze Maxwell (White)

Score breakdown

Audeze LCD-2 Classic
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Audeze Maxwell (White)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92

Specs side-by-side

Audeze LCD-2 Classic versus Audeze Maxwell (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze LCD-2 Classic Audeze Maxwell (White)
Type
Planar magnetic
Gaming headset
Variant
—
White
Release year
—
2022

Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Audeze Maxwell (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: Audeze LCD-2 Classic vs Audeze Maxwell (White)

Which is better, Audeze LCD-2 Classic or Audeze Maxwell (White)? +

Audeze Maxwell (White) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Audeze LCD-2 Classic worth the price? +

At $799, Audeze LCD-2 Classic delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Is Audeze Maxwell (White) worth the price? +

At $299, Audeze Maxwell (White) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does Audeze LCD-2 Classic or Audeze Maxwell (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, Audeze LCD-2 Classic or Audeze Maxwell (White)? +

Audeze Maxwell (White) — leads on sound (92 vs 90). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze LCD-2 Classic or Audeze Maxwell (White)? +

Audeze Maxwell (White) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.