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

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

92
/ 100
From $299
VS
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) wins by 1
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless — 42 mm drivers · 60 h battery · aptX Adaptive
Sennheiser

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

42 mm drivers · 60 h battery · aptX Adaptive

91
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) lands at 92 and Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless at 91. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 1 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 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless if…

  • ✓Best-in-class 60h battery
  • ✓Warm, natural sound signature
  • ✓Superb build
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless leads on sound (96 vs 92).

Noise cancelling

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless leads on anc (86 vs 70).

Comfort

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless leads on comfort (92 vs 90).

Value for money

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($299 vs $349).

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) 92
vs
91 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

Score breakdown

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
91
anc 86
sound 96
comfort 92
battery 98
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) versus Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Type
Gaming headset
—
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2022
—
Driver
—
42 mm dynamic
Battery
—
60 h (ANC on)
Weight
—
293 g

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

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

Pros
  • +Best-in-class 60h battery
  • +Warm, natural sound signature
  • +Superb build
Cons
  • −ANC trails Sony/Bose
  • −Bulky
  • −No multipoint until update

FAQ: Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) vs Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless worth the price? +

At $349, Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in battery.

Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless 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 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless? +

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless — leads on sound (96 vs 92). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless? +

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless — leads on anc (86 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.