Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold
Over-ear · 2023
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) lands at 92 and Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold at 82. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)Tuning, detail, and staging
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (92 vs 82).
Noise cancelling
Beats Studio Pro · Rose GoldANC strength for commute and travel
Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold leads on anc (80 vs 70).
Comfort
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)Long-session wearability
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on comfort (90 vs 81).
Value for money
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($299 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) | Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Over-ear |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2022 | 2023 |
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
FAQ: Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) vs Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold
Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold? +
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $299, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold worth the price? +
At $349, Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in sound.
Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold 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 Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold? +
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 82). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold? +
Beats Studio Pro · Rose Gold — leads on anc (80 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.