Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Apple AirPods Max

Connectivity Comparison

• Connection Type 📶

  The primary method used to connect the headphones to audio devices, indicating whether they use wired connections, wireless technology, or both options.

  Both*

  • Wireless

    These headphones connect to devices without cables using Bluetooth or other wireless technologies for freedom of movement.

• Battery Life 🔋

  The number of hours the wireless headphones can operate on a single charge, typically measured during standard usage with default settings.

  Bose QuietComfort Ultra

  • 24 hours

    The battery life of Bose QuietComfort Ultra is 24 hours.  Click to see all.

  Apple AirPods Max

  • 20 hours

    The battery life of Apple AirPods Max is 20 hours.  Click to see all.

• Battery Life Type 🔋

  Classification of battery performance based on duration range, providing an easy-to-understand category for the headphones' operational time between charges.

  Both*

  • Standard (20-30 Hours)

    Over-ear headphones with standard 20-30 hour battery life provide reliable daily use with a balance of features and performance.

• Multipoint Connection 🔗

  Indicates whether the headphones can connect to multiple devices simultaneously, allowing seamless switching between sources without reconnection.

  Both*

  • Yes

    Multipoint connection allows headphones to connect to multiple devices simultaneously without manual switching.

• Bluetooth Codecs Supported 📡

  Bluetooth codecs determine audio transmission quality in wireless headphones, affecting sound quality, latency, and compatibility with different source devices.

  Both*

  • SBC

    Over-ear headphones with SBC codec use the standard Bluetooth audio transmission format supported by all Bluetooth audio devices.
  • AAC

    Over-ear headphones with AAC codec support deliver high-quality wireless audio especially optimized for Apple devices.

  Bose QuietComfort Ultra

  • AptX Adaptive

    The Bluetooth codecs supported by Bose QuietComfort Ultra are AptX Adaptive. Over-ear headphones with aptX Adaptive support intelligently balance audio quality and connection stability based on wireless conditions. Click to see all.