Audeze Maxwell 2

The Maxwell 2 is a wireless gaming headset with 90 mm planar magnetic drivers, up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio, a detachable boom mic with AI noise removal and an 80-hour battery. RTINGS measured balanced, accurate sound and an excellent mic, and PC Gamer ranks its audio at the top of gaming headsets. At 560 g it is heavy, and Tom's Hardware saw little gain over the first Maxwell. It suits audio-first players; buy the PlayStation/PC or Xbox/PC version to match your console.

• Tom's Hardware

  Mixed

  Said music and games sound very good and the fit is surprisingly comfortable, but viewed it as a small refresh that adds weight and keeps the annoying automatic wireless switching.

  3.5/5 · 2026-01-30

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• PC Gamer

  Positive

  Puts its planar sound at the top of gaming headsets, but said the upgrades made it heavier, more awkward to use and less comfortable during long sessions.

  86/100 · 2026-02-05

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• RTINGS

  Positive

  Measured well-balanced, low-latency gaming sound and an excellent mic, while noting weak noise isolation, some low-bass roll-off and fit-dependent bass that requires careful seating.

  2026-03-09

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• r/headphones · u/KAC-SK

  Positive

  A current Maxwell 2 owner ranks it as the best pure sound among premium wireless gaming headsets, though the SteelSeries Omni offers a more complete feature package.

  2026-08-28

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