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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless convenience and long battery life for varied uses like calls, meetings, and gaming, the Audeze Maxwell is a strong choice, and it offers high-quality sound including a good score for music listening, albeit at a premium price. It also features a built-in mic, app controls customization, and is compatible with LDAC codec for high-resolution audio over Bluetooth. However, it may be less ideal for exercise or travel given its size and weight. On the other hand, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro is more affordable and provides excellent sound quality for music and a comfortable fit, suitable for long listening sessions. Despite lacking wireless functionality and a mic, it's lighter and offers a more classic design with a focus on durability, making it a reliable option for studio work or home listening, but less feature-rich for modern mobile users needing wireless capabilities and versatility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze Maxwell
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has no clear advantages over the Audeze Maxwell.
Key differences
Gaming
9.0
6.5
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.7
3.8
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for phone calls, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
5.9
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
TV and Video
8.9
8.2
The Audeze Maxwell and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both very good for TV and video, though the Audeze Maxwell is somewhat better.
Battery
78.0 Hours
N/A
The Audeze Maxwell has 78 hours of battery life. The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) does not have a battery.
Cost
$299
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The Audeze Maxwell has a price of $299 and the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) costs $150.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The Audeze Maxwell has excellent build quality, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.4
8.6
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Audeze Maxwell are both very good for music.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both only fair for noise reduction.
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How the Audeze Maxwell and the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Audeze Maxwell | Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$299 | $150 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Beyerdynamic | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | January 1, 1985 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.7/10 | 3.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.5/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 78 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 498.9 Grams | 272.1 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | August 2023
"Despite a few caveats, the Audeze Maxwell is one of the best-performing gaming headsets on the market and should top the ranks for a few buyers — provided the budget (and neck strength) is there. Gaming headsets have their work cut out for them, and their audience is historically unkind to performance flaws. If you’re an older gamer with some cash to blow, you should be pleased with the Audeze Maxwell."
Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
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About Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
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