Weight
- Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- 386.2 g
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- 327 g
Headphones comparison
AirPods Max USB-C 2024 vs Nothing Headphone Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  AirPods Max USB-C 2024
KSh 72,000In Stock | 02  Nothing Headphone (1) Pro
KSh 52,000Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Nothing Headphone Pro is the better buy: it lasts longer between charges (up to 68 hours).
Connections
- Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Bluetooth 6.1 connection
Fit
- Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- Memory foam ear cushions with mesh textile
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Removable dual-layer ear cushions
Two devices
- Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- Wired design
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Stays connected to two devices
Noise cancellation
- Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- Noise cancellation
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Active noise cancellation
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024
- Up to 20 hours per charge.
- Built into supported Apple operating systems.
- Weighs 386.2 grams.
Nothing Headphone Pro
- Longer rated battery life: up to 68 hours (vs 20 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.0).
- Lighter device: 327 g versus 386.2 g.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Apple AirPods Max USB-C 2024 | Nothing Headphone Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Memory foam ear cushions with mesh textile | Removable dual-layer ear cushions |
| Weight | 386.2 grams | 327 g |
| Battery life | Up to 20 hours per charge | AAC: up to 68 hours ANC off / 30 hours ANC on |
| Two devices | Wired design | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Digital Crown | Roller, paddle, smart-assistant button, Flat EQ switch and Bluetooth pairing button |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Audio | Adaptive EQ | Metropolis Studios tuning |
| Charging | 5 minutes of charge time provides around 1.5 hours of listening time | 5 minutes provides up to 4 hours ANC off or 2 hours ANC on |
| Software | Built into supported Apple operating systems | Nothing X |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both support spatial audio.
In summary
The Nothing Headphone Pro is the better buy for almost everyone, with longer battery life.
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