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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audeze Maxwell may offer superior audio quality and a more premium build, which can justify its higher price. It may also feature advanced technology such as planar magnetic drivers that are known for their detailed sound reproduction. However, the Creative Labs Outlier Pro, being more affordable, might offer a better value for money and could come with features such as active noise cancellation and a longer battery life, which are practical for everyday use. If budget is a major concern and you're looking for good performance with useful everyday features, the Outlier Pro could be a sensible choice. On the other hand, if you're an audiophile seeking the best sound quality and are willing to invest more, the Maxwell could be the appropriate option. Keep in mind, the Maxwell may be bulkier and less portable than the more compact Outlier Pro, which could affect your decision if you're frequently on the move. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze Maxwell
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Creative Labs Outlier Pro
- Very good for exercise
Key differences
Music
8.4
5.9
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for music, while the Creative Labs Outlier Pro is poor.
Gaming
9.0
5.3
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for gaming, while the Creative Labs Outlier Pro is poor.
TV and Video
8.9
5.5
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for TV and video, while the Creative Labs Outlier Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
8.3
The Creative Labs Outlier Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Audeze Maxwell is only fair.
Battery
78.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Audeze Maxwell has 78 hours of battery life. The Creative Labs Outlier Pro has 10 hours of battery life.
Cost
$299
$50
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Audeze Maxwell has a price of $299 and the Creative Labs Outlier Pro costs $50.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
8.7
8.3
The Audeze Maxwell and Creative Labs Outlier Pro are both very good for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
8.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Audeze Maxwell to be excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Creative Labs Outlier Pro is very good.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Creative Labs Outlier Pro both have excellent build quality.
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How the Audeze Maxwell and the Creative Labs Outlier Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze Maxwell | Creative Labs Outlier Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$299 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Creative Labs | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 78 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 45 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 498.9 Grams | 7.2 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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Audeze Maxwell
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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."
Creative Labs Outlier Pro
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Brad Moon | September 2022
"If you listen to music for extended periods such as commuting and work, and you hate having to pause to charge, give the Creative Outlier Pro wireless earbuds a try. You should be able to enjoy your tunes all day, or longer, without interruption."
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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 Creative Labs
Creative Labs is a Singaporean technology company specialized in the manufacture of multimedia products. They created the world-famous Soundblaster soundcard back in 1989 which was a staple of the gaming community for a long time. Nowadays, besides still marketing their discrete audio systems, they offer a wide array of headphones, gaming headsets and speakers that still preserve that same heritage.
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