Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
Beyerdynamic
55 Overall Score
vs
JBL Live 680NC
JBL
65 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X | JBL Live 680NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Velour | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X (48 Ohm), Open-Back Studio Headphones, Black | — |
| Surround | beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X 48 ohm Wired Over-Ear, Open Back Professional Recording Studio Monitor Headphones for Mixing, Editing, Critical Listening, DJ Stereo Headsets, Made in Germany, Black w/Gray | | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 80 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5-minute speed charge gives you 4 more hours of playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| App | — | JBL Headphones app |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (74th percentile)
- Strong anc (69th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average mic (20th percentile)20th %ile
JBL Live 680NC
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average social proof (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
JBL Live 680NC
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: JBL Live 680NC
Scores 65 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 26 specs.
