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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for premium sound quality and don't mind spending more, the Audeze Maxwell provides an immersive audio experience, ideal for audiophiles. However, if you're seeking something more compact, wireless, and suitable for everyday use such as commuting and working out, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro could be a better fit and they're more affordable. Keep in mind, the Maxwell's superior build and sound may justify the cost if you prioritize audio fidelity and robustness, but the Galaxy Buds offer convenience, portability, and solid performance at a lower price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze Maxwell
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Gaming
9.0
8.3
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for gaming, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.
Phone Calls
8.7
7.0
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for phone calls, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
8.4
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.
TV and Video
8.9
7.7
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Audeze Maxwell is only fair.
Battery
78.0 Hours
4.8 Hours
The Audeze Maxwell has 78 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$299
$188
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The Audeze Maxwell has a price of $299 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
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Key similarities
Music
8.4
8.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro both have excellent build quality.
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How the Audeze Maxwell and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze Maxwell | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$299 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 78 Hours | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 498.9 Grams | 5.5 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."
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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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 Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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