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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White — Over-ear · 2023
Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White

Over-ear · 2023

89
/ 100
From $399
VS
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — H1 · ANC · Spatial Audio · USB-C
Apple

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

H1 · ANC · Spatial Audio · USB-C

89
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White lands at 89 and Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White if…

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

Pick Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) if…

  • ✓Best-in-class build quality
  • ✓Apple ecosystem integration
  • ✓USB-C with lossless support (Vision Pro)
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

Tuning, detail, and staging

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) leads on sound (92 vs 89).

Noise cancelling

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) leads on anc (92 vs 87).

Comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White

Long-session wearability

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White leads on comfort (88 vs 80).

Value for money

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White more score per dollar ($399 vs $549).

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White 89
vs
89 Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

Score breakdown

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White
89
anc 87
sound 89
comfort 88
battery 82
features 85
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
89
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 80
battery 84
features 90

Specs side-by-side

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White versus Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — full spec comparison
Spec Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)
Type
Over-ear
—
Release year
2023
—
Driver
—
40 mm dynamic
ANC
—
Hybrid 9-mic
Bluetooth
—
5.0
Codecs
—
AAC + Lossless USB-C
Battery
—
20 hr (with ANC)
Charging
—
USB-C
Weight
—
384 g

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White

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

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

Pros
  • +Best-in-class build quality
  • +Apple ecosystem integration
  • +USB-C with lossless support (Vision Pro)
Cons
  • −No new chip vs original
  • −Heavy at 384g
  • −No fold-flat design

FAQ: Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White vs Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)

Which is better, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White or Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)? +

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $399, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.

Is Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) worth the price? +

At $549, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in anc.

Does Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White or Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) 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, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White or Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)? +

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — leads on sound (92 vs 89). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e · Arctic White or Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024)? +

Apple AirPods Max (USB-C, 2024) — leads on anc (92 vs 87). ANC strength for commute and travel.