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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value sound quality and battery life above all, particularly for long listening sessions such as air travel, then the Marshall Major IV headphones would cater well to your needs, with their higher comfort rating and significantly longer battery life. They are also more suited for multipurpose listening activities, including books and podcasts. However, if you lead an active lifestyle and prefer earbuds that are sweatproof and have secure-fit ear hooks for exercise, the Beats Powerbeats Pro will provide a better experience in those scenarios. The Powerbeats Pro also have integrated controls customized for both Android and Apple devices which the Marshall lacks. Keep in mind that although the Powerbeats Pro are more expensive, they offer a truly wireless experience with no cables, whereas the Marshall can also be used with a wire if needed. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Good for phone calls
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.0
5.8
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is good for phone calls, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
6.1
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Noise Reduction
4.6
5.6
The Marshall Major IV and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both poor for noise reduction, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
Battery
10.0 Hours
80.0 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$250
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $250 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
6.5
6.6
The Marshall Major IV and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.5
5.4
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Marshall Major IV are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.7
5.7
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Marshall Major IV are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.8
8.5
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Marshall Major IV both have very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the Marshall Major IV compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Marshall Major IV |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Marshall | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 165 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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