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General

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Series

AirPods2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/109525Read 6 October 2026Listed in Apple's AirPods family

ASTRO1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026The page breadcrumb reads ASTRO SERIES, ASTRO A50 (Gen 5).

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A3184, MWW43, MWW53, MWW63, MWW73, MWW83, MWW43AM/A, MWW53AM/A, MWW63AM/A, MWW73AM/A, MWW83AM/A2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/109525Read 6 October 2026Identify your AirPods: AirPods Max 1 (USB-C), Model number A3184, year introduced 2024. AirPods Max 2 is A3454 and AirPods Max 1 (Lightning) is A2096. Part numbers come from the Apple Store source3Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MWW43AM/ARead 6 October 2026Retired Apple Store product URLs redirect to a search for the product name: MWW43AM/A to AirPods Max Midnight, MWW53AM/A to Starlight, MWW63AM/A to Blue, MWW73AM/A to Orange, MWW83AM/A to Purple. UK ZM/A and German ZM/A URLs give the same colours17Maker spec sheet (PDF)media2store2.blob.core.windows.net/storage/item_spec/24/246010.pdfRead 7 October 2026Apple US Education Institution Hardware and Software Price List, December 2, 2024, Apple Headphones table on pages 28-29. MWW43AM/A Midnight, MWW53AM/A Starlight, MWW63AM/A Blue, MWW73AM/A Orange, MWW83AM/A Purple. Pricing date September 20, 2024. Public reseller-hosted copy of the maker document. These complete order numbers are US references. Existing short colour-family references remain.

939-002217, 939-002229, 939-002224, 939-002230, 939-002225, 939-0022311Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026US store SKUs 939-002217 (Black) and 939-002229 (White). The same page data lists both under the product ASTRO A50 (Gen 5).2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ca/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Canadian store lists 939-002217 (Black) and 939-002229 (White).3Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026UK store lists 939-002224 (Black) and 939-002230 (White).4Maker product pagelogitechg.com/de-de/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026German store lists 939-002224 (Schwarz) and 939-002230 (Weiss).5Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Australian store lists 939-002225 (Black) and 939-002231 (White). The same codes appear on the India store page, which shows no price, so India is not stored.

GTIN / EAN

19594954389018Retailer pagebestbuy.com/site/apple-airpods-max-usb-c-midnight/10313267.pRead 7 October 2026Public indexed Specifications, General and Other sections: AirPods Max (USB-C), Midnight, model MWW43AM/A, UPC 195949543890. US Midnight SKU only. Other colours and regional barcodes are not inferred. Direct HTTP timed out, indexed page states the complete identity and UPC cells.31Retailer pagejumpplus.com/products/airpods-max-mww43am-aRead 7 October 2026Actual readable product identity states MWW43AM/A, Midnight, barcode 195949543890, with USB-C product/box illustrations. Independently corroborates the same US reference code/barcode when Best Buy direct access is unavailable. No other-colour barcode or country launch price transferred.

097855199621, 09785519964515Retailer pageglobalb.channelonline.com/acme/classic/Products/overview/M025622347Read 14 October 2026Logitech channel catalog record for 939-002229 (White): UPC 0097855199645, a valid UPC-A with a leading zero.16Retailer pageaztekc.com/g-a50-gen5-black-logitech/pRead 14 October 2026Aztek Computers listing for Logitech 939-002217 Gen5 Black: UPC 097855199621, a valid UPC-A. The page itself was not readable, so the value was read from search result text.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

9 September 20244Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/09/apple-introduces-airpods-4-and-a-hearing-health-experience-with-airpods-pro-2Read 6 October 2026Press release dated September 9, 2024. AirPods Max now come in midnight, starlight, blue, purple and orange with USB-C charging

17 September 20248Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Logitech G press release dated September 17th, 2024, introduced at Logi Play.

Status

Discontinued3Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MWW43AM/ARead 6 October 2026The product pages no longer exist and redirect to a search with only accessories in the results16Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/airpods-max-1-vs-max-2Read 6 October 2026Comparison table: AirPods Max (2024, USB-C), released September 2024, now discontinued. AirPods Max 2 released in April 2026

Available1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026In stock on the US store on 2026-10-14. JSON-LD availability InStock at 299.99 USD.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Apple AirPods Max 234Press articlemacrumors.com/2026/03/16/apple-announces-airpods-max-2Read 23 October 2026MacRumors says the AirPods Max 2 are the third AirPods Max, after the 2020 original and the 2024 USB-C update.35Reviewsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-max-2-review-155613Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys's review advises owners of the AirPods Max with USB-C not to upgrade to the AirPods Max 2.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$5494Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/09/apple-introduces-airpods-4-and-a-hearing-health-experience-with-airpods-pro-2Read 6 October 2026Customers can now pre-order AirPods Max with USB-C charging for $549 (U.S.)

$299.998Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Available for pre-order at $299.99 from Logitech G. Tax treatment is not stated.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026List price $299.99 / £299.99, matching the press release.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€5795Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/09/apple-introduces-airpods-4-and-a-hearing-health-experience-with-airpods-pro-2Read 6 October 2026AirPods Max mit Laden per USB-C für 579 Euro inkl. MwSt. (Germany)

€339.999Press articleglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-g-onthult-astro-a50-gen-5-en-g915-x-serieRead 14 October 2026TechRadar Netherlands, from Logi Play 2024: pre-order for 339,99 euro via LogitechG.com, available from the usual retailers in mid-October. A SHI reseller listing shows MSRP 299.99 EUR for the Black model and the German store now shows 279.99 EUR. The pre-order price is stored as the launch price.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE5Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/09/apple-introduces-airpods-4-and-a-hearing-health-experience-with-airpods-pro-2Read 6 October 2026German release offers USB-C AirPods Max for preorder at 579 euros including VAT, with availability September 20, 2024. Establishes Germany availability.17Maker spec sheet (PDF)media2store2.blob.core.windows.net/storage/item_spec/24/246010.pdfRead 7 October 2026US availability from Apple US Education Institution price list for all five September 2024 colour order numbers. Germany availability is separately established by the German September 2024 Apple launch release, which prices the USB-C model at 579 euros including VAT. This is a supported market subset.

US, CA, GB, DE, AU1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026US store page with a US dollar price.2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ca/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Canadian store page with a CAD price.3Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026UK store page with a GBP price.4Maker product pagelogitechg.com/de-de/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026German store page with a EUR price.5Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Australian store page with an AUD price.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, Orange1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026

Black, White1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Variants: ASTRO A50 (Gen 5) - Black and - White.9Press articleglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-g-onthult-astro-a50-gen-5-en-g915-x-serieRead 14 October 2026The headset will be available in black and white.

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Gaming1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Sold in Gaming Audio as an ASTRO gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Launch release of the 2020 Lightning model: over-ear design. The 2024 release changes only colours and the charging port, and Notebookcheck reports that nothing else changed

Over-ear1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Over-ear fabric ear cushions that enclose the ear, as pictured.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed20Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1852445-REG/apple_mww43am_a_airpods_max_midnight.htmlRead 7 October 2026Public discontinued listing title explicitly says Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Closed-Back Headphones (Midnight, USB-C). Its replacement is AirPods Max 2 and is not used for any other specification. Direct HTTP 403, public web page exposes the original exact-model title.32Reviewtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact USB-C subsection directly describes the closed-headphone soundstage. Corroborates the original closed-back title while B&H now redirects to Max 2 replacement. No replacement-model spec used.

Open6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone Design: Open Back. Multitronic also lists the acoustic system as Open. TechRadar describes a tight seal without ANC.

Wearing style

Headband12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/101598Read 6 October 2026AirPods Max headphones: headband and stainless steel sliding arms

Headband1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Headband with sliders joins the two ear cups, as pictured.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat21Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/sony-wh-1000-xm6-vs-apple-airpods-maxRead 7 October 2026Design section caption identifies the AirPods Max laid flat. The comparison uses the USB-C model. Ear cups rotate flat, while the headband has no inward folding hinges. Flat follows the schema meaning, rather than the reviewers ordinary use of fold to mean folding toward the headband.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Each ear cup can independently pivot and rotate. 2020 Lightning model release, same design

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RGB lighting

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No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Indicator Lights (LED): a multi-colored LED status indicator in the headset. No decorative lighting is listed. Reviews describe none.

Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Audio Technology: Apple-designed dynamic driver

Dynamic13Press articlestuff.tv/hot-stuff/the-astro-a50-gen-5-a-simpler-multi-system-gaming-headsetRead 14 October 2026The headset has the same 40mm dynamic drivers made from ultra-light graphene as the A50 X, described for the Gen 5.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 202640-mm Apple-designed dynamic driver. 2020 Lightning model release. The USB-C tech specs name the Apple-designed dynamic driver without a size

40mm1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Driver: 1.57 in (40 mm) PRO-G GRAPHENE.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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Graphene1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026The page says the Graphene diaphragm is suspended with a live edge design.

Magnet

Dual neodymium ring magnet motor14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026A unique dual neodymium ring magnet motor. 2020 Lightning model release

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response 20-20,000 Hz.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

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Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

1%14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Published as total harmonic distortion of less than 1 percent across the entire audible range, even at maximum volume. Upper bound from the 2020 Lightning model release

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

48kHz7Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/03/lossless-audio-and-ultra-low-latency-audio-come-to-airpods-maxRead 6 October 202624-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio over the USB-C cable. Free firmware update in April 2025 with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4 and macOS Sequoia 15.4 for AirPods Max with USB-C

48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Wireless technology: LIGHTSPEED Wireless @ 24 bit/48 kHz. USB-Audio: 1x up to 24 bit/48 kHz (PC).6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone type: wireless gaming headset, up to 24bit 48kHz sampling.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: A50 Game playback 24bit / 48kHz.

Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits7Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/03/lossless-audio-and-ultra-low-latency-audio-come-to-airpods-maxRead 6 October 202624-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio over the USB-C cable after the April 2025 firmware update

24bits1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED Wireless @ 24 bit/48 kHz. Consoles are limited to 16 bit/48 kHz on the second USB audio device.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone type: wireless gaming headset, up to 24bit 48kHz sampling.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: A50 Game playback 24bit / 48kHz.

DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

No11Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/aside/glosrqz3g8xj/27/web/27Read 6 October 2026AirPods that support Custom EQ: AirPods 4, AirPods 5, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2. AirPods Max 1 is not listed, so it has no custom EQ to store. Adaptive EQ is automatic

Yes8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026EQ presets and the fully parametric EQ stay with the headset when switching between systems, thanks to onboard 7-core DSP processing.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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1014Retailer pagejbhifi.co.nz/products/logitech-g-astro-a50-gen-5-lightspeed-wireless-gaming-headset-base-station-blackRead 14 October 2026Description: fine-tune your gaming audio experience with 10-band parametric EQ, mic settings, noise-gate, stream output mixing and more.

EQ presets

Balanced Tone, Vocal Range, Brightness22Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/set-headphone-accommodations-devcd05671ab/webRead 7 October 2026Headphone Accommodations, Audio Tuning choices on iPhone/iPad and Mac: Balanced Tone, Vocal Range, Brightness. These are host accessibility presets, not custom EQ stored in this headset. Apple support article 102663 explicitly includes AirPods Max all models. Customize Audio is preference-based setup and is not a hearing test.23Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102663Read 7 October 2026Headphone Accommodations works with AirPods Max all models, on iOS/iPadOS 14 or later. The linked AirPods manual names the three tone presets. This host feature is distinct from Custom EQ, whose supported models include Max 2 and exclude Max 1.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Personalized Spatial Audio1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking. Footnote: compatible hardware, software and content required

Dolby Atmos, Windows Sonic1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Compatibility: Dolby Atmos + Windows Sonic Spatial Audio Compatible. Internet access is required for the Dolby Atmos feature on Xbox and Windows.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Your A50 also features Dolby Atmos with the included lifetime license. The license is hardware bound to the A50 and needs a USB connection and base station power.

Head tracking

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026

No10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: there is no Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Three outward-facing microphones and one microphone inside each ear cup for noise cancellation. Matches the eight ANC microphones in the USB-C tech specs

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

81Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Nine microphones total: eight microphones for Active Noise Cancellation

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Noise cancellation continuously adapts to the headphone fit and movement in real time. 2020 Lightning model release

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

No16Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/airpods-max-1-vs-max-2Read 6 October 2026The new model introduces Adaptive Audio features such as Conversation Awareness. The 2024 USB-C model has no Conversation Awareness

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Tweakers measured the USB-C sample against Harman OE 2018. Regional RMS errors were 2.48 dB at 20-200 Hz, 1.63 dB at 200-2000 Hz, and 3.80 dB at 2000-20000 Hz. These are regional errors, not signed bass/treble amounts or full-range error.29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact Apple AirPods Max USB-C regional RMS tables use Harman OE 2018. Review explicitly says measurements use Bluetooth, with GRAS 45BC KEMAR, Sinus Apollo Light, Samurai and REW. Firmware and selected Bluetooth codec are unspecified. Regional RMS error is not a signed bass/treble amount or a full-range error.30Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/12858/zo-testen-we-hoofdtelefoons-een-reis-door-de-geluiddichte-ruimte.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published lab method predates the September 2025 review. GRAS 45BC KEMAR, REW frequency sweep 20-20000 Hz, calibrated to 80 dB. General equipment does not prove the exact review connection or firmware.

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Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

AApple AirPods Max (USB-C)

ANC on	Bass (dB)	Mids (dB)	Treble (dB)
Yes	11.99	28.35	26.36

Source29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact USB-C ANC tables: mean attenuation 11.99 dB at 20-200 Hz, 28.35 dB at 200-2000 Hz, 26.36 dB at 2000-20000 Hz. Positive attenuation. No overall value derived. KEMAR setup and white-noise method are documented separately. Firmware unspecified.30Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/12858/zo-testen-we-hoofdtelefoons-een-reis-door-de-geluiddichte-ruimte.htmlRead 7 October 2026White noise at 80 dB from M-Audio monitor, right ear one metre from tweeter. REW RTA baseline without headset, then ANC measurement. Three recordings per fitting, five fittings, best three fittings averaged, 1/12 smoothing. Review reports mean band attenuation.

BLogitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Tweakers found the USB-C sample thin in bass in quiet recordings and muffled with background noise. Wind recordings had audible rumble and fluctuating voice level, while speech generally remained understandable.29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact USB-C recorded speech tests use KEMAR mouth simulator in quiet, noise and wind. No numerical microphone bandwidth or noise score is inferred. Exact connection and firmware unspecified.30Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/12858/zo-testen-we-hoofdtelefoons-een-reis-door-de-geluiddichte-ruimte.htmlRead 7 October 2026Recorded speech from KEMAR mouth simulator in Audacity. Noise test uses 70 dB(C) white noise from monitor. The review also includes wind tests without specifying their equipment. Exact connection, host and firmware remain unknown.

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

AApple AirPods Max (USB-C)

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	19.63
Bluetooth	No	22.03

Source29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact USB-C rows: ANC on 19 h 38 m, off 22 h 02 m, represented as rounded decimal hours at the source minute precision. Review explicitly names Samsung Galaxy A15 host. Repeating music over Bluetooth calibrated to 80 dB until music stops. Codec, firmware, lighting and head-detection override are unpublished. Apple claimed 20 h uses iPhone/AAC/50% volume and is a different setup.30Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/12858/zo-testen-we-hoofdtelefoons-een-reis-door-de-geluiddichte-ruimte.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published February 6,2025 method: phone repeats music mix, calibrated with KEMAR/REW to 80 dB. Custom simulated-ear test stations with USB microphones and Adobe Audition record until playback stops. Method describes H.E.A.R.S. alternative for in-ear proximity sensors, not a specified AirPods Max fixture or sensor override.

BLogitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

22.03h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Microphones are built into the ear cups. No boom or inline microphone

Fixed boom6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Microphone: Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic. Multitronic and Windows Central state no detachable microphone.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Adjustable boom microphone that mutes when flipped away. It is part of the headset.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026The headset has no detachable microphone and comes with flip-to-mute as standard.17Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4583779/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-gaming-headset-with-base-station--blackRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Detachable microphone No, Microphone type Boom.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Omnidirectional1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

31Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Three microphones for voice pickup (two shared with Active Noise Cancellation and one additional microphone)

117Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4583779/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-gaming-headset-with-base-station--blackRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Number of microphones 1. Microphone type Boom, omnidirectional.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Min60 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone Frequency response 60-20,000 Hz.

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone sampling rate: up to 16 bit/48 kHz.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic, up to 16bit 48kHz sampling. The guide lists the USB microphone at 16 bit / 48 kHz mono.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: headset microphone mono 16bit / 48kHz.

Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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DSP8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026With extended microphone resolution, users can manage their environment with noise reduction. Windows Central also names a noise gate.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026G HUB lets you fine-tune the noise gate.

Flip to mute

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Yes6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Microphone: Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The boom mic mutes at the headset level when rotated fully upright.

Mute button

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Digital Crown: press once to answer a call or mute or unmute

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Yes1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Set up stream output audio mixing, bring in some sidetone in G HUB.8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Users can adjust sidetone levels.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026G HUB lets you fine-tune the side-tone mic monitoring and noise gate.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Users can adjust sidetone levels.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, USB, Analog7Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/03/lossless-audio-and-ultra-low-latency-audio-come-to-airpods-maxRead 6 October 2026USB audio needs the April 2025 firmware. Analog needs the USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable, sold separately for $39 (U.S.)8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Wired mode with a USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable plugged into AirPods Max (USB-C). Lossless and ultra-low latency audio with the included USB-C to USB-C cable

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth. Mobile device via Bluetooth.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth Protocol listed.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Both the USB-C cable and the USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable plug into the USB-C port on the headset

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Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C9Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/118262Read 6 October 2026For AirPods Max equipped with a USB-C port, use a USB-C to USB-C cable or a USB-C to USB cable. The port is on the bottom of the right ear cup

USB-C6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026USB Ports (Built-in): 1 x USB-C charging port on the headset.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes7Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/03/lossless-audio-and-ultra-low-latency-audio-come-to-airpods-maxRead 6 October 2026With the included USB-C cable, users can enjoy the highest-quality audio. Needs the April 2025 firmware. Ultra-low latency audio also needs the cable8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026

No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Connection Type: LIGHTSPEED wireless connection. Headset USB-C port used for wired charging only.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

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No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Connection Type: LIGHTSPEED wireless connection only. No analog connection.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026In the Box lists no dongle. The headset connects over Bluetooth

Included6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Base station with LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth is in the box. It acts as the wireless transmitter.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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USB-C6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Inputs and Outputs: 3 x USB-C device inputs, 1 x USB-C power input.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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15m6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Wireless Range: 15 meters for headset and base station. The US product page says up to 12 meters via LIGHTSPEED and channel data says 39 ft. The support specification article is stored.

Bluetooth

5.01Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology

5.06Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth Protocol: Bluetooth 5.0 + LE, for headset and base. Logitech channel data also says 5.0. TechRadar and JB Hi-Fi say 5.2.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

AAC, SBC24Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-nomade/apple-airpods-max-2024-p75573/test.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact 2024 USB-C review, updated April 7, 2025 for firmware 7E101. Characteristics table lists Codecs Bluetooth supportes: AAC, SBC. No codec is inferred from Bluetooth version.

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

No29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Review published August 25,2025, updated September 17 for Sonos call prose. Its tested list includes the USB-C Max. Summary explicitly says LE Audio/LC3 are supported only by JBL and Sony among the tested headphones. Bluetooth Low Energy app/control radio is not LE Audio playback.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

No29Measurementtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Connectivity table, Apple AirPods Max row: Auracast Nee.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The Base Station has a Bluetooth receiver for a second device, for music and calls, played together with the game audio. The headset must be in range of the base station.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026You can feed a second sound source over Bluetooth into the audio mix. Signal isolation between Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz was exceptionally good.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth is simultaneous, so you can answer a call or listen to music from your phone while gaming. The dock has to be on.14Retailer pagejbhifi.co.nz/products/logitech-g-astro-a50-gen-5-lightspeed-wireless-gaming-headset-base-station-blackRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth Dual-Device Mixing: connect to your mobile device and mix your Discord comms or music into your game audio.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Base station with magnetic charging dock, 3 USB-C device inputs and 1 USB-C power input6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Inputs and Outputs: 3 x USB-C device inputs, 1 x USB-C power input. Magnetic charging dock from the product page and Insider Gaming.

Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

iOS, macOS, Android1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026System Requirements list iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. Works as Bluetooth headphones with non-Apple devices with limited functions8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Mac, Android and other non-Apple devices are named. Windows is not named

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Requirements: Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One, PlayStation 4 or 5, Windows 10/11, Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 and a USB port, macOS 13 and above, mobile device via Bluetooth. The guide covers the Switch in docked mode only.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

AApple AirPods Max (USB-C)

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
macOS	Bluetooth	Not available
macOS	USB	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	USB	Not available
Android	Analog	Not available

Source8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Mac and Android with a USB-C port over the included USB-C to USB-C cable. Android 12 or later with the USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable. Bluetooth with iPhone, Mac and non-Apple devices. Apple says to turn on Bluetooth on a Mac to make audio calls while wired, so microphone support over the cable is not stored. The non-Apple Bluetooth setup section explicitly says users can listen and talk, and names Android. This proves microphone support for the Android Bluetooth row only.

BLogitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

Platform	Connection
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Xbox One	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Each console or PC connects to the base station over USB, and the headset plays through LIGHTSPEED. Mobile devices use Bluetooth. Nintendo Switch 2 has no row because the guide only describes the Switch dock.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Xbox, PlayStation, Switch dock and PC each connect to a base station port over USB. On PC and Mac the MixAmp controls work. Bluetooth pairs a phone to the base station.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No25Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/important-safety-and-handling-information-dev4744b22af/webRead 7 October 2026Safety guide says AirPods and case batteries should only be repaired by a trained technician. This excludes user battery exchanges during normal operation. Service disassembly is not treated as a swappable battery.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

AApple AirPods Max (USB-C)

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	20

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Up to 20 hours of listening time with pro-level Active Noise Cancellation enabled. Apple test July and August 2024 with iPhone 16 Pro Max, 256 kbps AAC tracks, volume 50%, Spatial Audio set to fixed. No figure with ANC off is published

BLogitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	24

Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Play time: 24-hours playtime @ 78 dB. Battery life varies with use conditions. The connection is the LIGHTSPEED link through the base station.

Battery life (claimed, max)

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Charging via USB-C9Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/118262Read 6 October 2026Plug the USB-C cable that came with AirPods Max into the bottom-right ear cup

USB-C1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Charging port: USB-C. Charging type: Charging Dock or USB-C wired charging port.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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180min6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Battery Charge Speed, empty to full: Approx. 3 hrs. Channel data also says 3 hours.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

5min1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026

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Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

1.5h1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 20265 minutes of charge time provides around 1.5 hours of listening time

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Use while charging

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Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The headset USB-C port on the right ear allows wired charging during use or quick top offs.

Charging dock or stand

Sold separately27Maker product pagemophie.com/products/max-headphones-charging-standRead 7 October 2026Third-party mophie Max Charging Stand is sold separately for AirPods Max USB-C, explicitly excluding Lightning. It uses a supplied USB-C magnetic dongle and charging pins. The headphone does not acquire built-in Qi charging. The accessory was launched in September 2025, before Max 2.33Press articlemacrumors.com/2025/09/03/mophie-airpods-max-charging-standRead 7 October 2026Contemporaneous September 3,2025 launch explicitly identifies a separately purchased mophie stand for USB-C AirPods Max, before 2026 Max 2. Actual maker product page names the non-Lightning USB-C model. Magnetic dongle uses charging contacts, not built-in headset Qi.

Included6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Base station dock charges the headset. Charging type: Charging Dock or USB-C wired charging port.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The headset is designed to be docked and charged on the base station.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Digital Crown (turn for volume, press for media and calls) and listening mode button

Buttons, Volume wheel, Slider7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Headset: power switch with LED, PLAYSYNC button, Bluetooth button, two MixAmp paddle switches, volume control wheel.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Right ear cup: power button as a slider, switcher button, Bluetooth button, a volume scroller and a game/chat mixer button.

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Digital Crown: turn for volume control

Wheel6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Earcup Audio Controls: Volume. The guide calls it a control wheel.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Volume is adjusted using the control wheel.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026A volume scroller at the back bottom corner of the right ear cup.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Buttons6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Earcup Audio Controls: Volume, Game/Voice Balance. The guide says two paddle switches on the right ear. Not available on PlayStation or Switch.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026MixAmp Game/Voice balancer on two paddle switches on the right ear. Not available on PlayStation, Switch or Bluetooth.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026There is chat and audio mixing on the headset itself.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026A game/chat mixer button on the outside of the right ear cup.

Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpodsmax-dev3e3e8821d/webRead 6 October 2026You can change the Digital Crown direction, choose the modes the listening mode button cycles through, and swap the end call and mute actions

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Wear detection

Yes10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpodsmax-dev3e3e8821d/webRead 6 October 2026Your AirPods Max automatically stop playing audio when you take them off, and resume playback when you put them back on. Automatic Head Detection can be turned off

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Voice assistant

Siri1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Press and hold the Digital Crown for Siri. Say Hey Siri

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Headband type

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Padded12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Cloth ear muffs and a little cushion built into the headband.

Headband material

Thermoplastic polyurethane and polyester12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/101598Read 6 October 2026Thermoplastic polyurethane and polyester headband. This line covers all AirPods Max headphones

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Frame material

Stainless steel12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/101598Read 6 October 2026Stainless steel sliding arms

Plastic with metal sliders11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Plastic shells with runners on an aluminum tube. A metal frame is not claimed. Insider Gaming and GamingTrend also describe metal poles.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Clean metal poles the ear cups attach to, with white plastic.

Ear cup material

Anodized aluminum12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/101598Read 6 October 2026Anodized aluminum earcups

Plastic11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Uses the same plastic shells the company has used for a while.

Ear pad material

PET textile-covered polyurethane memory foam12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/101598Read 6 October 2026PET textile-covered polyurethane memory foam headphone cushion

Memory foam with fabric cover8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Premium materials and memory foam ear cushions. Reviewers describe cloth ear cups.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Cloth ear muffs over the cushions.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes13Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MA6C4ZM/A/airpods-max-ear-cushions-midnightRead 6 October 2026Replacement ear cushions for AirPods Max. Compatibility lists AirPods Max 2, AirPods Max and AirPods Max (Lightning Connector)

Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Magnetic Ear Cushions. TechRadar says they can be taken off and swapped, and Logitech sells a leatherette conversion kit.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Magnetic cushions can be taken off and swapped. Logitech sells a leatherette conversion kit.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

Magnetic26Reviewpickr.com.au/reviews/2025/apple-airpods-max-usb-cRead 7 October 2026August 7, 2025 review of the actual blue USB-C review unit: easily replaced magnetically-mounted fabric pads. Shared cup design is unchanged across the five colour variants.32Reviewtweakers.net/reviews/13628/bose-sony-of-toch-apple-negen-luxe-noisecancellinghoofdtelefoons-getest.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact USB-C repairability paragraph explicitly says ear cushions attach magnetically and are easily exchanged. Physical colour variants share the maker-defined cup design.

Magnetic7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product overview item 2 names Magnetic Ear Cushions. TechRadar says the magnetic cushions can be taken off and swapped.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Black or white, with magnetic cushions that can be taken off and swapped.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear cushions13Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MA6C4ZM/A/airpods-max-ear-cushions-midnightRead 6 October 2026AirPods Max Ear Cushions sold as a replacement part

Ear cushions7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Magnetic ear cushions.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are swappable.

Software

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Companion app

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Logitech G HUB and Logitech G Mobile1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Logitech G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.

App platforms

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Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Logitech G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.

User firmware updates

Yes8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Update your AirPods Max to the most recent firmware version

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Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

386.2g(13.6 oz)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026386.2 grams, including cushions

375g(13.2 oz)6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Product Dimensions table: A50 Wireless Gaming Headset 375g, base station 305g. TechRadar, Windows Central, Insider Gaming, JB Hi-Fi and channel data print 363 g (12.8 oz).

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

Width168.6Height187.3Depth83.4mm(6.6 × 7.4 × 3.3 in)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Including cushions: width 168.6 mm, depth 83.4 mm, height 187.3 mm. Smart Case weighs 134.5 g and is not included in the headset weight

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Certifications

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

BCG-A318428Regulatory filingapi.att.gob.bo/numequip/uploads/ATT-DTLTIC-RA-H-TL%20LP%20663_2024.PDFRead 7 October 2026Official ATT Bolivia certificate, September 20, 2024, annex page 3: Apple model A3184, FCC certificate BCG-A3184. The document calls the product AirPods Max 2nd Gen, but the exact A3184 identity is the 2024 H1 USB-C refresh, not the 2026 A3454 Max 2. Downloaded PDF extracted with pdftotext.

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Other certifications

Certificado de Homologación No. 663/202428Regulatory filingapi.att.gob.bo/numequip/uploads/ATT-DTLTIC-RA-H-TL%20LP%20663_2024.PDFRead 7 October 2026Official ATT Bolivia Certificado de Homologacion No. 663/2024 for Apple A3184. Issued September 20, 2024, valid until September 19, 2029. This is regulatory approval, not a communication-app certification or evidence of retail market availability.

EN 50332 sound pressure level compliance6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Maximum SPL: compliant with EN50332.

In the box

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In the box

AirPods Max 1 (USB-C), Smart Case, USB-C Charge Cable, Documentation1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026In the Box: AirPods Max 1 (USB-C), Smart Case, USB-C Charge Cable, Documentation

A50 Wireless Headset, A50 USB Base Station, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C power adapter and plug heads, Dolby Atmos card, User document1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Package contents: A50 Wireless Headset, A50 Base Station, USB-A to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, AC adapter + socket plug heads, Dolby Atmos activation card.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Headset, USB base station, 1x USB-C to USB-A cable, 1x USB-C to USB-C cable, 1x USB-C power adapter and plug head, Dolby Atmos card, QR code link, user document.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AApple AirPods Max (USB-C)

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C charge cable	1

Source7Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/03/lossless-audio-and-ultra-low-latency-audio-come-to-airpods-maxRead 6 October 2026The included USB-C cable is used for wired lossless audio. Apple does not publish its length8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/104983Read 7 October 2026Use the included USB-C to USB-C cable15Press articlenotebookcheck.net/AirPods-Max-refresh-brings-new-colors-and-a-switch-to-USB-C.886432.0.htmlRead 6 October 2026Buyers get a braided USB-C charge cable in the box, not a Lightning to USB-C cable. Save for the new colors and port, nothing has changed

BLogitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-A cable	1
USB-C to USB-C cable	1

Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Package contents: USB-A to USB-C cable and USB-C to USB-C cable. Lengths are not stated.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 20261x USB-C to USB-A cable and 1x USB-C to USB-C cable.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft14Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/12/apple-introduces-airpods-max-the-magic-of-airpods-in-a-stunning-over-ear-designRead 6 October 2026Soft, slim Smart Case. The USB-C model also ships with a Smart Case

None7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the box lists no case or pouch.

Links

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Product page

support.apple.com/en-us/1212051Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026Exact maker product information page: AirPods Max 1 (USB-C), year introduced 2024. The current Apple marketing page describes AirPods Max 2 instead.

www.logitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.html1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026US product page. The product page title is ASTRO A50 Gaming Headset + Base Station.

Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-us/1212051Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121205Read 7 October 2026AirPods Max 1 (USB-C) - Tech Specs. Year introduced: 2024

support.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A506Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Logitech support specification article for the Logitech G A50 (the Gen 5). It lists headset regulatory model A00186 and base A00187.

Manual

support.apple.com/guide/airpods/welcome/web10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpodsmax-dev3e3e8821d/webRead 6 October 2026AirPods User Guide, which covers AirPods Max 1 and AirPods Max 2

www.logitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdf7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026A50 Wireless Headset Setup Guide (web QSG). It lists the A50 USB Base Station, the Dolby Atmos card and the three USB-C ports.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year19Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/accessory-warranty-english.htmlRead 7 October 2026Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty, Accessory, for Apple and Beats branded products. One year from original retail purchase. US MWW43AM/A retailer listing independently names Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty for parts and labour. Stored maker warranty applies to the US reference, excluding statutory consumer rights and AppleCare.

2years1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specs: 2-Year Limited Hardware Warranty.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.