AirPods Max vs. Sony XM4: Pick the Right One
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- čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
- It's time to compare my two favorite wireless noise cancelling headphones: Apple's AirPods Max and Sony's WH1000XM4.
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The title says it all : "pick the right one"
lol
Whose right?? His or mine🤔
@@kd6788 of course yours ;D
🤣🤣🤣
The Sony sounds like shit.
I really loved how you do the noise cancellation test by putting the mini mic in the headphones so we can imagine how it’s feels before buying it. Not many reviewers can do that. One of the reasons i loved this channel. 🔥🙌🏻
i was surprised the anc was better on the airpods, you could hear it was
@@StuWright it did sound better. but now people are saying its not good as it was.
i think anc was slightly better on airpods bcz of passive earfoam sealing tightly
ofcourse airpods is very tight uncomfortable to wear
@Beaner it depends if you play your music to the max
that ambient and noise cancellation test is insanely good
except he didnt mention that airpod max actually cancelling outside noise selectively when you are moving around. xm4 noise cancellation are more neutral
The Airpods Max are working as an advertisement for the XM4's.
What is that dumbass looking top part on the apple one lol
Also, almost 400g on your head is gonna HURT after some time, i have a super light pair not even 200g and after some time it starts to hurt a bit
It really is. I bought my XM4’s when the apple ones came out lol
@@jegeriufanen4415 the weight isn’t an issue for me for the AirPods, I usually use both 3 hours at a time. The clamp force is a valid issue, but I find that if you extend the arms a little further in both sides, the issue disappears
@@sidehoe do you have both
I just got my new Sony Xm4 and ohhh boy. The sound quality and noise canceling are awesome. And they have a lot of functions to use them as you want. I love it.
How is bass on that thing, Do you use IOS or Andriod. I am planing to switching from my Custom iEM that rock 2 Dynamic drivers and 1 armature driver in each ear piece. I mostly listen to trap, And mix of everything. Its great all rounder. With clear Low, Mids and High. Specially vocals.
Ikr i tried it out yesterday it was great!
Ikr i tried it out yesterday it was great!
The Cookie How was the bass ?
@@xMaFiaKinGz it was actually super good.I tried out a few bass songs with it and it handled it perfectly :D
What Most people never talk about of XM4 in Android is NFC. One touch and not only the headphone start but connect immediately. The second advantage for me is LDAC, where if you have better audio quality files, it really makes a difference. Thirdly, the case is so much better in XM4
The thing is ldac isn't supplied on iOS devices, so xm4's ldac streaming only takes affect for android users. So it wouldn't rly be an advantage over airpods maxes, as they aim straight for ios users.
I found the ldac thing to be alright. If you have lossless audio on your phone, you most likely also have a portable DAC. And the upgrade to LDAC was noticeable but not worth the sacrifice in battery life of both my phone and my headphones. Also multipoint connectivity does not work with ldac. I would rather prefer to have quality of life features over ldac, if I had to choose. AirPods Max already prove that even with 256kbps bitrate, you can have great sounding headphones.
Do you listen to flac files on your xm4?
The other issue if you want to use LDAC is you can only connect to one device, that’s a deal breaker for me.
Eh, it's not exactly hard to pair bluetooth now a days, plus if you have an apple device that pairing is easier than NFC. LDAC only works on some android phones...and nothing else so....yeah. Yeah Airpods Max case is moronic, agreed :D
I don’t know about everyone but I’d like to mention one small advantage for us students in the xm4... I use them especially for their noise cancellation and can keep them on without any ear fatigue for at least 5-6 hours at a stretch....I don’t know if you can achieve that with the Apple since the weight and high clamp force will tire your ears easily.....anyways this is for us students who’d love to emulate a quiet surrounding and for long periods.... -
Sony Xm4s are so much better and now they are even priced better than before. You can't even change the eq on the airpods max
Huh AirPods Max are more comfortable. There’s a blind reaction video on CZcams
@@nekogaming8461 it's a matter of preference, my friend
@@nekogaming8461 dude didnt even read the comment and starting spewing out nonsense
@@kasper2917 what nonsense?
I was legitimately surprised to see that you don't even have a million subs. Your quality is top notch. Keep it up, I like the stuff.
Thank you!
@@MarkSpurrell nice video
I’m actually surprised you didn’t mention the fact that XM4 sounds way way way way way better on Android than iPhone wirelessly, cos of the bit rate.
I have tested the Airpod Max, Xm4 is still the beast
Maybe because this dude is biased as fuck
@AddictedSam it’s okay that you think Sony headphones are any good I’d much rather go with a Philips
Me listening on the XM4's. "I think I made the right choice by saving $500" (The Airpods Max and $900 in Aus)
Max's price is 599 CHF in my country. Price for Sony is 320-350 CHF.
I am thinking about the same thing. How does it pair with Apple ecosystem?
@@omiddabir have both. Sony shits on apple. I also have xm3 and xm2 which both are better in terms of sound quality and style. Though earliers xms didnt have multidevice conection, but still better in terms of sound quality
in France, it cost 635 euros The Airpods Max is
@@Stockfish1511 thanks, I got XM4 and it is really great!
Thanks for replying 🙏🏻
Finally a detailed comparison. I don't know why other reviewers are trying to delicately skip this one.
beacuse of price difference
Because if they don't tell you that the Apple ones are a "smart buy" they get blacklisted by the fruit company
@@rocklover3300 Like Linus and Lew already earned their fruit blacklist
Great review and I really appreciate your attention to detail. About 10 years ago I couldn’t stand Apple and loved Android; however I slowly but surely started to live in the Apple ecosystem and couldn’t be happier. That aside, I decided on the XM4s, because I wanted the freedom of the EQ and my wallet. They are simply amazing.
Same situation
How is transparency mode?
@@carterblanc7856 transparency mode pretty good
Same situation !!
Did the quality of the headphones go down when connected to an Apple device?
Easily the best and most thorough review out there. Bravo 👏 sir!
before i even got 15 seconds into the video, i fell in love with the aesthetic of this video. NICE JOB!
“Pick the Right One” as in pick the one on the right side?
You could look at it that way :)
Your right or his right?
@@VisheshSharma I think that means his right. So right!!
Right.... 🙄
That's right.
I do like your reviews. Almost everything is to the to the point and not very long. Keep making such videos. Wish you great success in future 😊
I am looking for new headphones and this is the review I needed. Thank you!
that noise cancellation test with the mini mic was just amazing!! Nice video!!
So it's certainly not the intended use, but I've had XM2 & 3s that I used on the flight line as PPE. I wear gloves often and the touch controls still worked even when wet. I have been out in the rain, snow, and sands with em with no issues either. The adjustable noise cancellation is great because you can find the right setting and still be able to hear people talking or the radio and keep your ears protected.
One feature of the XM4 is the Speak to Chat which activates Transparency mode and pauses the audio when you speak. Can be useful without having to use your hand to cover the sensor pad. People who sing along will find it annoying, but a short cut to turn the feature on and off without needing to reach for the app is to a two finger press and hold on the earpad, toggles the mode. Most reviews don't mention this.
A draw back with the XM4 multipoint feature is that bluetooth connections defaults to only SBC codec when actively connected to two devices.. LDAC is only available when connected to one device.
I talked about the speak to chat feature in this video, but yes, that is a good point about the multipoint feature that switches LDAC back to SBC.
@@MarkSpurrell Yes you did, my point wasn't that you didn't sorry :) But more about the two finger toggle that seems to be not in the manual ( or I didn't read clearly). Saw this in another review.
You just earned a sub for keeping everything real in this video 😉
Nice one Mark, I really enjoyed your video! Fun to watch and informative
Best comparison review between APMax &XM4 that I’ve ever seen. Detailed info but not hard selling! Thanks for your video, I’ll choose XM4
Great review, especially the part that you record the noise cancelation part, thanks!
Your reviews are best ..thanks for keeping it short and real .just love your videos
I followed your instructions and am now listening with my brandnew XM4s, THANK YOU, because daaaaammmnnn they’re good
Wow for this review. I was comparing between Air Pod Max, XM4 and Bose 700. Ultimately got the XM4 after all the reviews. This one just puts the cherry on top.
The way you show, or hear should I say, us how the noise cancellations sound to ears is great
I love the XM4s as it made the XM3s cheaper.
Awesome review Mark! I own a pair of xm4 and your explanation is on point
I can’t believe the air pod max don’t automatically turn off or have an off button. Absurd lol I’m so glad I got the XM4s
The pros on the AirPods max outrun the xm4s
@@alpt7944 wym “outrun”
@@overkilljames2010 outweigh
the power saving mode on the Max is great. it also enables location tracking which no headphones offer. the max go on power saving after 5 mins of not using them. when you put them in the case, it also does the same thing, it’s not going to turn off the headphones after a couple days of not using it. it will stay on. Apple has a different way of “battery management” on their phone, phone case and headphones. they just want customer to use their pair of headphones without worrying about on/off switch.
@@markaldrinpulido2752 the XM4's turn off by themselves as well... lol
I have the XM3's and they are fantastic - not as fantastic as my studio headphones, but fantastic for everyday listening.
I hope you don’t mean beats studio haha
@@mattriarchal no.
Which studio headphone are you using ?😊
@@ashu0102 the Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pros are fantastic
@@wasti6745 They are average for the price
Awesome review! Just stumbled across your channel
Perfect comparison! Thx for that!
Just discovered your channel recently and really enjoy your reviews
what a great review. specially anc test was great.
Thank you lots brother for the detailed info on the headphones 😃
I know this doesn't apply to everyone, though arguably more these days, but the importance of call quality is an issue. If you plan to use headphones for video conferencing, the Sonys are not a great option on Bluetooth mode. I got lots of complaints about not being to hear me clearly at times. I tested them by recording video and occasionally the sound will grow tinny, staticky and muffled. It has happened enough that I only used them with the wired jack now on video. I wouldn't think much of it if they weren't essentially supposed to be one of Sony's best. I looked into it and it's a pretty common issue going back to the XM3's. I don't know how the AirPods Max fare, but regular AirPods seem to do much better. So I guess the suggestion at the end of buying both makes sense if you plan to do any video conferencing.
Im listening this video with the sony headphones right now in my PC, kids playing outside and I cant ever hear them, very happy with the XM4.
I'm not sure this is safe for the kids
@@tusiimenoel They are not my kids they guardian should watch over them like I did with my 4 kids, Kids need to play and be kids, I understand that and I let them play and enjoy they beautiful world but listen yells and screaming in the peace of your place is annoying so problem solved, I love my XM4's.
@@metatronmen2431 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾 Nicely done with the 4 sir, now i get your perspective
Just bought my xm4 last week cant wait for them to arrive
Mark - I love how thorough you are in your videos. I'll surely be referencing your videos in my own videos, as I do not go as in depth as you.
What a great review. I won’t be surprised if one day you already have a million subscribers.
I always consider a video from you whenever I am searching for a review of a particular device! High-quality content, straightforward, & honest! 👏⚡️
Two things I just wanted to add:
- The AirPods Max don't come with a manual equaliser but it does have an adaptive one that automatically adjusts it for you.
- Also, the XM4s may have LDAC but in order to use LDAC bluetooth codec you will have to use an android phone as iOS does not support anything other than AAC as of right now.
Either way, great video! I think this was a wonderful review and very informative :)
That noise canceling test section was really cool, amazing review thank you!🙏🏽
Very nice detailed review. Really helped in getting a perspective!
This was a great review, you covered all bases.
Tested them both at bestbuy, went with Sony instead. If you’re the average listener you wouldn’t notice at all unless you pay attention to these small details, only things y’all notice would be the price and weight. Apple does cancel out the noise a bit better during my testing but not to the point of a deal breaker or justification for the huge price gap.
One of the best review I have ever seen 🔥
Thanks for this review 😊 great vid.
I’ve owned apple AirPods Max, sony xm4s and AirPods Pro 2. The Sony xm4 by far had the best bass which is what I prefer, but the max and pro 2s definitely connect a lot faster to your iPhone which is convenient. I gave the XM4 to my sister but I might ask for them back and give her my max lol
I would say louder bass but not necessarily better bass.
I used them both I prefer the AirPods for long periods. I also enjoy just the UI. I do find my AirPods are no longer white what cusk now they look just dirty with all different types off fluids on them. The song xm4s sound great but I do feel the airpods have a slight better sounding sound. Although for the price unless you all in for the apple eco system then I would pick the xm4s.
Great work brother, this video was helpful for me
Great video ! Helpful review! Thanks a lot!
Thanks for the review. I still think my wh and wf xm3’s are so good. Won’t upgrade to anything until they stop working well. Definitely not the airpods pro max after watching this review.
I just bought the Xm4’s and I don’t have a single bad thing to say about them, the design is beautiful and it’s just looks so good
Perfect comparison. Extremely objective!
Such a cool and helpful comparison
My $90 soundcore anker q30s did me well but the build quality was meh and kept breaking, went with the XM4s and could not be happier, they are extremely durable and sound amazing, totally worth the $250
where did you find for $250?
I have the sony m3 and wow, no need for anything else (right now)
@WarLead2792 there are 2 sony headphones that end with m3
same
I do too. I actually use the 3.5mm jack with my pc too.
I have a question, is the sound quality better when you have ANC on or off?
Good review!
One of the best reviewer out there in the world of CZcams.. We can trust you.. High quality content.. 💯
I have XM4s and they are superb 👏👏
Xm4 have active ambient mode means you can have complete control of how much ambient noise you let into your headphones. So it's little bit more useful
Great review Mark! 👌🏻👍🏻
Phenomenal Video! Subbed!
Great attention to detail. I must admit I’m an apple fanboy but even I would choose the XM4 over the AirPod Max. They just sound better and I really like the adjustable EQ
same here!
I could imagine a lot of people immediately saying no to the airpods because of the stupidity of the case design, the fact that you can't turn them off without the case is insane lol
That is incredibly subjective. I would say as many people think the Max’s sound better as do others thinking the XM4s sound better.
I still have the old XM2 and they are doing great lol
Great video come straight to you
Thanks so much for the video!
I was able to test the AirPods max for 1 week. GREAT sound quality but that's it.
The APM was initially very comfortable, but they were very heavy and the clamping force was so strong that it became uncomfortable after 30 min.
Had to send them back as they literally hurt my Jaws.
u have a big head
Please make a lava lamp review
15.4k away now (;
Ma duude..
I'm convinced you are a bot now haha
@@shiddygameshow4680 I am no such thing
@Luqmanul Hakim ew
Thank you so much for this video.
i am subscribed to i think 11 channels (although my younger brother subscribed to others on my account) you are now on of the channels i have subscribed to i enjoy your content you are genuine and thorough
You can also turn on the XM4's by running your phones NFC over the headphone's NFC pad. I think that small detail is pretty cool as well.
How do you do that and does it work on apple phones
there is already a new airpod max coming soon with new colors... airpod max $200 more +++ than the XM4s
Thanks for the info. Will get the Sony for sure.👍🏼
liked and subed for the “in-ear mic” part.
Great review!
Me having wired earphones and no money to buy any of them,
Hmm interesting
Lol relatable 😂. I'm hearing with a wired 100 RS earphone 🤣
@@Akshaja_Rao 100 what? I got these on an airplane
@@Kinobambino lol I'm talking about the price of my earphones , I live in India so the currency in Rupees (INR) and 100 INR = 1.36 USD 😂
Sony all the way and it's on the right side. I have the XM4 btw :p
Nice video man, you really rocks !
Best review I've seen! so hopefully with the mic test in ear!
helpful!
Him: These are 6 characters that I want in a headphone.
again him: counting just upto 5
6. Not costing a kidney
Lol
I am using my Sony XM3. I have for a few times accidentally swiped volume way up high when doing something else and as a result thrown my headset from my head in agony 😁. I've also used them as hearing protection but sadly if there is no music XM3 shuts itself in a few minutes, hopefully AirPods / XM4s are not so picky about the use. But great review. Seems AirPods is the new ANC king.
What pisses me off is skipping a track when I just want to raise volume
Cheers pal, great video
Great review, earned a sub
2:20 the time taken to balance that perfectly..... Great Video (as always) :) Headphones were the reason I subbed earlier this year!
It’s not entirely true that you can’t adjust the sound profile on AirPods Max, but it’s hidden under Settings / Accessibility / Audio & Visual / Headphone Accommodations.
Very well made video
I had the choice of getting either the xm4’s or the AirPods max and i didn’t know which one to buy but i ended up choosing the xm4’s.After buying them i still didn’t quite know if i made the right choice and after a bit of digging around the internet i ended up here.Tysm for the information! Now i can be at ease knowing i picked the right choice!
Currently have the air pods pro and the older Sony WH-1000XM3s
I have the XM4’s but considering the Airpods Max. Which sound better between Sony’s and Apple’s?
@@starrbraggs5557 XM4s may have a little more bass at times. Air Pods Max have better soundstage and good for jazz and vocals. The Max does have kick if you go for tracks like Body Count. Good for movies whether you’re on Disney Plus, Apple TV plus or your other mkv or mp4 movie files. I have the Air Pods Max, forming a trio with the Sony XM3s and the Parror Zik 3.0s
I was very doubtful to choose between, haven’t had bought a new headphone after beats studio 2 since 2017,
Mark, your sufficient comparison has made my choice to the AirPods max. Thank you
This is the very first video to actually let you hear what you hear from the headphones. Very nice review. I might want to go with the Sony 😍
GREAT VIDEO
Just got my Bose QC 35 today :) i am soooo happy
They suck bro
@@PraveenUduweriya shhhhhh
@@PraveenUduweriya let him be him and let him be happy mk
I have both Bose QC 35 and Sony XM4 and I confirm that Sony XM4 is far superior. Sorry to say that you bought the wrong headphones.
Thanks you for making this decision so much easier. Buying the AirPods would just make such little financial sense for me being a student and understanding that flexing apple products is not a healthy kindest. The xm4s are just the much more reasonable product for me and allow me to spend the remaining money on much more necessary things like textbooks and supplies.
So thanks again for helping make this decision and I will be sure to flex my all new sexy blue AIRPODS MAX all over campus and telling everyone just how much I paid for them while I ask to borrow their textbook.
lol I almost bought the airpods max but it is over 500. That's just too much
I am considering to buy either Airpods Max and XM4, then I see your vid. Your Vid provide useful info to me, thanks a lot. In addition, the noise cancelation method is very nice.
Your video quality is on par with MKBHD and Mr whose the boss, keep up the good work.
Thank you!
Something this review I believed didn’t go enough into detail was the build quality issues the Sony XM4’s have, along with its previous model the XM3’s. They all eventually develop creaking issues on both the ear cups and the headband, my model XM4 had this issue after the second day. Just googling this will bring up hundreds of cases of people trying to troubleshoot something that’s just inherently bad design. They sound great (especially when you EQ them to your taste), but +$300 headphones shouldn’t be making so much noise by simply walking. After returning them and using the Bose QC 45 (and actually returning them too, wasn’t fan of the neutral sound), I settled with the AirPods Max and couldn’t be happier. Funny enough I tried a demo pair of XM4’s yesterday at Best Buy to see if maybe I was unlucky that time I bought them, and they creaked way worse then the one I owned 🤷♀️. Just my 2 cents.
You sir just made me buy the Max. Was thinking of going for the XM4, but then I read your comment. It seems it is indeed common complaint with many Sony users about the squeak problem. I don’t mind spending a little more if I know that It’ll last more.
Still rocking with my xm3, save me a bunch from spending insanely more on the pro max.
Intro is 🔥
Logical video!