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Master & Dynamic MW65 vs Apple AirPods Max

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

Master & Dynamic MW65
7.8
/ 10
Over-earHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Apple AirPods Max
8.1
/ 10
Over-earHigh end

Specs comparison

7.8/10
SCORE
8.1/10
32Ω
IMPEDANCE
43Ω
94dB
SENSITIVITY
99dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The Master & Dynamic MW65 scores 7.8/10 with 32Ω impedance and 94dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, 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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