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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 6
Sony WH-1000XM3 — Over-ear · 2018
Sony

Sony WH-1000XM3

Over-ear · 2018

86
/ 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 Sony WH-1000XM3 at 86. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 6 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 Sony WH-1000XM3 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 86).

Noise cancelling

Sony WH-1000XM3

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sony WH-1000XM3 leads on anc (84 vs 70).

Comfort

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Long-session wearability

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) leads on comfort (90 vs 85).

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
86 Sony WH-1000XM3

Score breakdown

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)
92
anc 70
sound 92
comfort 90
battery 86
features 92
Sony WH-1000XM3
86
anc 84
sound 86
comfort 85
battery 82
features 82

Specs side-by-side

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) versus Sony WH-1000XM3 — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) Sony WH-1000XM3
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2022
2018

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

Sony WH-1000XM3

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 Sony WH-1000XM3

Which is better, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM3? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. 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 Sony WH-1000XM3 worth the price? +

At $349, Sony WH-1000XM3 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM3 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 Sony WH-1000XM3? +

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM3? +

Sony WH-1000XM3 — leads on anc (84 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.