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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 · Navy Blue — Over-ear · 2024
Sonos

Sonos Ace · Navy Blue

Over-ear · 2024

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 · Navy Blue 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 · Navy Blue if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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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 87).

Noise cancelling

Sonos Ace · Navy Blue

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sonos Ace · Navy Blue 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).

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) 92
vs
87 Sonos Ace · Navy Blue

Score breakdown

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92
Sonos Ace · Navy Blue
87
anc 85
sound 87
comfort 86
battery 82
features 83

Specs side-by-side

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) versus Sonos Ace · Navy Blue — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) Sonos Ace · Navy Blue
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2022
2024

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 · Navy Blue

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) vs Sonos Ace · Navy Blue

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

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 · Navy Blue worth the price? +

At $449, Sonos Ace · Navy Blue delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in sound.

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

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 · Navy Blue? +

Sonos Ace · Navy Blue — leads on anc (85 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.