Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
Beyerdynamic
55 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
92 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Velour | foamed urethane |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 47 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X (48 Ohm), Open-Back Studio Headphones, Black | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| 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 | — | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
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
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X0.011score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM40.014score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM4 offers 1.3x better value for money
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
Sony WH-1000XM4
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM4
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 37 specs.
