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Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Audeze

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

92
/ 100
From $299
VS
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) wins by 4
HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White

Planar magnetic

88
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) lands at 92 and HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White at 88. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 4 points — a narrow 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 HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White if…

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

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

Sound quality

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Tuning, detail, and staging

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (92 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Long-session wearability

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on comfort (90 vs 88).

Value for money

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($299 vs $499).

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) 92
vs
88 HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White

Score breakdown

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92
HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) versus HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White
Type
Gaming headset
Planar magnetic
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2022
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Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

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

HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White

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

FAQ: Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) vs HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White

Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. 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 HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $499, HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.

Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic 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 Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Edition XS · Arctic White? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.