92/100
Sony
Sony WH-1000XM5
The noise-cancelling headphone benchmark.
Apple · 2026
Apple AirPods Max 2 (2026)
Apple's over-ear, finally lighter.
92/100
Techly Score
92/100
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Compatibility
What this accessory works withWorks with
- iPhone (all models with iOS 15+)
- iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV
- Instant pairing via iCloud
Partially compatible
- Android / Windows: works as a standard Bluetooth headset, no Spatial Audio or auto-switch
Note — Full features (Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ, Find My) require an Apple device.
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Our take
AirPods Max 2: new H3 chip, lossless over USB-C, lighter frame and improved ANC.
Pros
- ANC
- Build
- Apple ecosystem
Cons
- Price
- Still heavy
Tech specs
| Chip | Apple H3 |
| Connection | USB-C lossless |
