Audeze Maxwell
The 90mm planar magnetic drivers—the largest in any gaming headset—provide positional audio accuracy that dynamic drivers simply cannot match. Consistently ranked #1 for audiophile gaming by RTINGS, Tom's Hardware, and SoundGuys.
Our Verdict
90mm planar magnetic drivers—the largest in any gaming headset—provide positional audio accuracy that dynamic drivers cannot match. Consistently ranked #1 by RTINGS, Tom's Hardware, and SoundGuys.
Score Breakdown
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- •90mm planar magnetic drivers (largest in gaming)
- •Pinpoint positional audio accuracy
- •80+ hour battery life
- •Shure-made detachable boom mic
- •Supports Dolby Atmos and Tempest 3D
✗ Cons
- •Heavy at 490g
- •Expensive
- •AI noise reduction can be aggressive
Specifications
| Driver Size | 90mm planar magnetic |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz-50kHz |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Latency | ~16ms |
| Battery | 80+ hours |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- ✓Competitive FPS players
- ✓Audiophile gamers
- ✓Those wanting best positional audio
Not For
- ✗Those sensitive to weight
- ✗Budget gamers
Where to Buy
Appears In
Best Wireless Earbuds 2025
Ranked #1
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