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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 80 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Noise Airwave Max 5 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.9

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Very good
6.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.3

Sound

20.0%

3.9

Features

10.0%

4.7

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

9.1

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

Good
8.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.2
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4.2
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Excellent
  • 10
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 9.0
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.4

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 8.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 7.8
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.4

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    7.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Noise Airwave Max 5 is a feature-rich wireless over-ear headphone equipped with 40mm dynamic drivers and Adaptive Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) capable of reducing ambient sound by up to 50dB. Designed for versatility, it features Bluetooth 5.4 with dual-device pairing, a 30ms ultra-low latency mode for gaming, and spatial audio support for an immersive 3D soundstage. Its standout characteristic is an exceptional 80-hour battery life at 60% volume, complemented by fast charging that provides 10 hours of playback from a 10-minute charge. Additional pros include an IPX5 water-resistance rating and quad-mic environmental noise cancellation (ENC) for clear call quality. However, notable cons include the lack of a dedicated companion app for EQ customization, the absence of high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC or LHDC, and reported inconsistencies in ANC performance in high-frequency environments.

Technical Specifications of Noise Airwave Max 5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.3

Sound

20.0%

3.9

Features

10.0%

4.7

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

9.1

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

6.9
Noise Airwave Max 5 has a technical score of 6.94 points, which is higher than that of 82.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.2
(634)
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4.2
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8.9
Noise Airwave Max 5 has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than that of 81.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Noise Airwave Max 5 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.1
Noise Airwave Max 5 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 87.3% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Noise Airwave Max 5 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Noise Airwave Max 5 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Noise Airwave Max 5 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

4
Noise Airwave Max 5 has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88.2% of headphones and equal to 5% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Noise Airwave Max 5 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.4
Noise Airwave Max 5 uses Bluetooth version 5.4, newer Bluetooth version than 95.2% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Noise Airwave Max 5 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

30 ms
Noise Airwave Max 5 has audio latency of 30 ms, lower audio latency than 93.8% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Noise Airwave Max 5 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Noise Airwave Max 5 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

80 hours
Noise Airwave Max 5 offers battery life of 80 hours, higher battery life than 92% of headphones and equal to 2.5% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

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Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

1.5 hours
Noise Airwave Max 5 needs 1.5 hours to charge, lower charging time than 87.8% of headphones and equal to 7% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Noise Airwave Max 5 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

600 mAh
Noise Airwave Max 5 has a battery capacity of 600 mAh, higher battery capacity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 7.7% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

251.4 g
Noise Airwave Max 5 weighs 251.4 g, heavier than 62.9% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Noise Airwave Max 5 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 97.5 ms lower audio latency
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (30 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
    When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <60 ms

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (30 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.30 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.80 hours vs 30 hours
  • More flexible connectivity
    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Noise Airwave Max 5 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Noise Airwave Max 5 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
    When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.1.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • Foldable design
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Noise Airwave Max 5 is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Better IP rating
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a better IP rating than the average headphone (IPX5 vs none). The average headphones have an IP rating of none.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • USB-C charging
    Noise Airwave Max 5 uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 97.5 ms lower audio latency
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (30 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise Airwave Max 5 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Noise Airwave Max 5 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Noise Airwave Max 5 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Noise Airwave Max 5 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • 8 newer release date
    Noise Airwave Max 5 was released more recently than the average headphone (2,025 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average headphone has replaceable ones. 96.1% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • 15.3% higher weight
    Noise Airwave Max 5 is heavier than the average headphone (251.4 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • No travel bag
    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average headphone has replaceable ones. 96.1% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
    What it is: Earpads can be replaced when worn out
    When it matters: When you care about long-term maintenance and extending product life.

    Importance: LOW

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has non-replaceable earpads, while the average headphone has replaceable ones. 96.1% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Noise Airwave Max 5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 15.3% higher weight
    Noise Airwave Max 5 is heavier than the average headphone (251.4 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Noise Airwave Max 5 is heavier than the average headphone (251.4 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.251.4 g vs 218 g
  • No travel bag
    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
    What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
    When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.

    Importance: LOW

    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
    What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
    When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    Noise Airwave Max 5 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
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4.2
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What customers like about Noise Airwave Max 5?

  • Exceptional battery life (up to 80 hours on a single charge)
  • Effective Adaptive Hybrid ANC for blocking background hums and office noise
  • Highly comfortable over-ear design with soft, plush cushions for long sessions
  • Clear vocal clarity and balanced sound signature suitable for most casual listeners
  • Low-latency gaming mode (30ms) provides good audio-visual synchronization
  • Seamless dual-pairing feature allows easy switching between two devices
  • Premium build quality and aesthetic finish for its budget-friendly price point
  • Fast charging capability (e.g., 10 minutes for up to 10 hours of playback)

What customers dislike about Noise Airwave Max 5?

  • Lack of a dedicated companion app for EQ customization and firmware updates
  • ANC performance can be underwhelming against high-pitched or extremely loud environmental noises
  • Bass may feel 'thin' or lacking for users who prefer heavy, punchy low-end response
  • No support for high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC or LHDC
  • Earpads can cause ears to get sweaty during intense or warm usage sessions
  • Reported occasional Bluetooth connectivity glitches across certain devices
  • Bulky design as it lacks a fully foldable mechanism for easier portability

Expert reviews

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livemint.com
24/02/2025
Noise Airwave Max 5 review: Solid wireless headphones under Rs 5,000, but do they stand out?

The Noise Airwave Max 5 is a budget-friendly pair of wireless headphones priced at ₹5,000, offering strong value with a premium packaging presentation and robust build quality. The plastic chassis features metal-reinforced hinges for durability, alongside an IPX5 water resistance rating that protects against gym sweat and light rain. In terms of positive highlights, the headphones...Read more

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livemint.com
24. Februar 2025
Noise Airwave Max 5 review: Solid wireless headphones under Rs 5,000, but do they stand out?

Noise Airwave Max 5 The Noise Airwave Max 5 offers a compelling entry-level wireless headphone experience for budget-conscious buyers looking for solid everyday performance under ₹5,000. Built with a lightweight plastic design, adjustable headband, and rotatable, cushioned earcups, they provide a highly comfortable fit suitable for continuous listening sessions of up to three hours....Read more

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8.9
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8.3
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Philips H6509

Headphones

8.2
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8.2
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8.1
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8.0
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Headphones

8.0
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