Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Sonos Ace · Midnight Black
Over-ear · 2024
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) lands at 92 and Sonos Ace · Midnight Black 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 · Midnight Black 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 87).
Noise cancelling
Sonos Ace · Midnight BlackANC strength for commute and travel
Sonos Ace · Midnight Black leads on anc (85 vs 70).
Comfort
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)Long-session wearability
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on comfort (90 vs 86).
Value for money
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($299 vs $449).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) | Sonos Ace · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Over-ear |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
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
Sonos Ace · Midnight Black
- +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 Sonos Ace · Midnight Black
Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace · Midnight Black? +
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 · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $449, Sonos Ace · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in sound.
Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace · Midnight Black 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 · Midnight Black? +
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 87). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sonos Ace · Midnight Black? +
Sonos Ace · Midnight Black — leads on anc (85 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.