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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 5
Sonos Ace — TV Audio Swap · Dolby Atmos · Wireless Home Theater
Sonos

Sonos Ace

TV Audio Swap · Dolby Atmos · Wireless Home Theater

87
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) lands at 92 and Sonos Ace at 87. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 5 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 Sonos Ace if…

  • ✓Unique TV Audio Swap with Arc soundbar
  • ✓Great ANC
  • ✓Spatial audio
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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 90).

Noise cancelling

Sonos Ace

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sonos Ace leads on anc (90 vs 70).

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 $449).

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) 92
vs
87 Sonos Ace

Score breakdown

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92
Sonos Ace
87
anc 90
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 84
features 92

Specs side-by-side

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) versus Sonos Ace — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) Sonos Ace
Type
Gaming headset
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Variant
PS5 Edition
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Release year
2022
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Driver
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40 mm dynamic
Battery
—
30 h
Weight
—
312 g
Codecs
—
aptX Lossless via Snapdragon Sound

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

Sonos Ace

Pros
  • +Unique TV Audio Swap with Arc soundbar
  • +Great ANC
  • +Spatial audio
Cons
  • −Swap feature only works with Arc/Arc Ultra
  • −Sonos app issues
  • −Heavy

FAQ: Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) vs Sonos Ace

Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. 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 Sonos Ace worth the price? +

At $449, Sonos Ace delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace 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 Sonos Ace? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 90). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace? +

Sonos Ace — leads on anc (90 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.