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AirPods Max
Apple · Electronics / Audio
CANONICAL STAT
The estimated idiot index of the Apple AirPods Max is 7.3x — it retails for $549 while its raw materials cost approximately $75.
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Retail price
$549
Raw materials
$75
All-in cost (materials + labor + shipping)
$109
7.3x
idiot index (price ÷ materials)
5.0x
vs all-in cost
14%
materials share of price
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