Based on our overall comparison score, Nothing Headphone (a) rates higher at 84/100 versus 73/100 for Apple AirPods Max 2 — a 11-point lead. Nothing Headphone (a) is the stronger overall pick, though the right choice still depends on which specs matter most to you; the full spec table above breaks down every difference.
Nothing Headphone (a) vs Apple AirPods Max 2
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- Nothing Headphone (a) leads Apple AirPods Max 2 overall by 22 points (95 vs 73 out of 100).
- Nothing Headphone (a) stands out on Battery Life (ANC On): 75 h, Comfort & Build Weight: 310 g.
Nothing Headphone (a) leads overall
Nothing Headphone (a)
95
Apple AirPods Max 2
73
Why it stands out
- Battery Life (ANC On): 75 h
- Comfort & Build Weight: 310 g
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Value for Money
Which is the better deal for the price
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Nothing Headphone (a)
Apple AirPods Max 2
Physical Comparison
Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D
Nothing Headphone (a)Apple AirPods Max 2
Apple AirPods Max 2 is 76 g (25%) heavier than Nothing Headphone (a).
Detailed Specifications
The full spec sheet, side by side
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nothing Headphone (a) vs Apple AirPods Max 2 comparison
Nothing Headphone (a) and Apple AirPods Max 2 are compared side by side above across every spec in the headphones category — including performance, features and design — each scored 0–100 so you can see exactly where one leads the other. Our overall scores are 84/100 for Nothing Headphone (a) and 73/100 for Apple AirPods Max 2.
At launch, Nothing Headphone (a) was the more affordable option ($199) versus Apple AirPods Max 2 ($549). Weigh that against the overall scores (84/100 vs 73/100) and the value-for-money meter above to judge whether the higher-rated model justifies its price for your needs. Current retail prices vary — check the retailer.
If you want the higher-rated headphones option overall, Nothing Headphone (a) (84/100) edges out Apple AirPods Max 2 (73/100). But if Apple AirPods Max 2 is cheaper or stronger on the specific specs you care about, it can still be the better buy — use the spec table and strengths profile above to decide.