Audeze Maxwell 2
Gaming Headsets

Maxwell 2

Audeze

Released Jan 1, 2026 · Analysis updated Mar 6, 2026

Wireless gaming headset with 90mm planar magnetic drivers, delivering excellent audio, long battery life, and fast charging in a surprisingly comfortable design. The Audeze Maxwell 2 scores 84/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the gaming headsets category. Coverage includes reviews from Ign, Pcgamer, Magneticmag, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

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84

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • Long battery life(3)
  • Surprisingly comfortable(2)

Cons

  • Heavier than predecessor(2)
  • Cannot use bluetooth and 2.4ghz simultaneously(2)

4 Expert Reviews

93
Feb 4, 2026

The Audeze Maxwell 2 maintains its predecessor's exceptional audio quality while adding comfort improvements and better software.

86
Feb 5, 2026

While Audeze's planar magnetic cans are still packing the best sound quality of any gaming headset around, some of the upgrades introduced in the Maxwell 2 have made it more awkward to use and less co...

83
Feb 25, 2026

Audeze Maxwell 2 delivers top-tier audio performance with excellent PS5 integration, though its weight and some connectivity limitations may deter some buyers.

73
Jan 30, 2026

The Maxwell 2 is a great headset, because the original Maxwell was a great headset and the Maxwell 2 is... very similar.