Audio · Apple Silicon · 2024
AirPods Max (USB-C)
The USB-C AirPods Max update kept the original acoustic design but moved charging to Apple’s modern connector and refreshed the color palette.
USB-C refresh of AirPods Max with new colors.
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AirPods Max (USB-C): key facts
When was the AirPods Max (USB-C) released?
The AirPods Max (USB-C) arrived on September 20, 2024.
How much did the AirPods Max (USB-C) cost?
The AirPods Max (USB-C) launched at $549 in 2024, about $554 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Dual Apple H1, USB-C.
Why does the AirPods Max (USB-C) matter?
USB-C refresh of AirPods Max with new colors.
Full specifications
| CPU | Dual Apple H1 |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | — |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | USB-C |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Over-ear headphones |
| Operating system | Driver/firmware support |
| Released | September 20, 2024 |
| Discontinued | — |
| Launch price | $549 |
How the AirPods Max (USB-C) compares to today
Launched at $549 in 2024, about $554 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11