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Apple AirPods Max vs beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

What AirPods Max does better (1) and where DT 1990 PRO MKII wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Apple AirPods Max
Apple · 2021AirPods Max
4.9Score
1 advantage≈ $460
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beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
beyerdynamic · 2024DT 1990 PRO MKII
1 advantage≈ $540
8.7Noise control & calls3.8

Why is AirPods Max better than DT 1990 PRO MKII?

  1. Active noise cancellingYes · DT 1990 PRO MKII: No

Why is DT 1990 PRO MKII better than AirPods Max?

  1. Weight385 g vs 370 g+4%
Specifications

Side by side

Sound
FitOver-earOver-ear
Ear cup designClosed-backOpen-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size40 mm—
Lowest frequency—5 Hz
Highest frequency—40,000 Hz
Impedance—250 Ω
Sensitivity—102 dB
Spatial / 3D audioYes—
Head trackingYes—
Adjustable equaliserYes—
Noise control
Active noise cancellingYesNo
Transparency / ambient modeYes—
Microphones9—
Battery & charging
Battery life20 h—
Battery life with ANC20 h—
Quick charge (claimed)5 min → 1,5 h—
Fast charging supportYes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesNo
Bluetooth version5—
3.5 mm jack / AUX—Yes
Smart & streaming
Voice assistantSiri—
Design & build
Weight385 g370 g
FoldableYes—
Colours—Black
Features
Touch controlsYes—
Hands-free callsYes—
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