Apple AirPods Max vs Apple AirPods Max 1 (Lightning)

The short verdict

Scores are tied

Both score the same. Use the key differences and prices below to decide.

AirPods Max

8.7

AirPods Max 1 (Lightning)

8.7

Choose the AirPods Max if

iPhone and Mac owners who find a used pair far below the $549 AirPods Max 2.

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Choose the AirPods Max 1 (Lightning) if

Apple users who find a clean Lightning pair well below USB-C

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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.

Full specs

Side-by-side specifications

Sound1 difference

Type

Over-ear headphones

Over-ear

Noise Control1 difference

ANC

Yes

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Battery2 differences

Battery life

Up to 20 hours (ANC on)

20 mAh

Charging port

USB-C

Lightning

Comfort & Build2 differences

Weight

385 g

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Dimensions

187.3 x 168.6 x 83.4 mm (H x W x D)

187.3 x 168.6 x 83.4 mm

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AirPods Max vs AirPods Max 1 (Lightning)

Scores are tied

Key differences

Side-by-side specifications

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