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Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs Apple AirPods Max

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

Apple AirPods Pro 2
7.9
/ 10
True WirelessHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Apple AirPods Max
8.1
/ 10
Over-earHigh end

Specs comparison

7.9/10
SCORE
8.1/10
20Ω
IMPEDANCE
43Ω
107dB
SENSITIVITY
99dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 scores 7.9/10 with 20Ω impedance and 107dB sensitivity. At 20Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Apple AirPods Max scores 8.1/10 with 43Ω impedance and 99dB sensitivity. At 43Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.

Based on our scoring, the Apple AirPods Max scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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