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Sonos Ace · Navy Blue — Over-ear · 2024
Sonos

Sonos Ace · Navy Blue

Over-ear · 2024

87
/ 100
From $449
VS
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) wins by 5
Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Audeze

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

92
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, Sonos Ace · Navy Blue lands at 87 and Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) at 92. That puts Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Sonos Ace · Navy Blue if…

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

Pick Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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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).

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

Score breakdown

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

Specs side-by-side

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

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

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

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

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

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sonos Ace · Navy Blue worth the price? +

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

Is Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $299, Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

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

Audeze Maxwell (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (92 vs 87). Tuning, detail, and staging.

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

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