Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony
79 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO Open-Back Gaming
Beyerdynamic
48 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM5 | Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO Open-Back Gaming | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.32 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft fit leather | velour |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back Gaming Headset with Stellar.45 Driver and Condenser Microphone, Wired Gaming Headset Suitable for PC, Gaming Console, PS, Switch. Handmade in Germany |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 2.5 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 hours' worth of charge after just 3 minutes | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO Open-Back Gaming
- Strong build (78th percentile)
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM5
No current pricing available
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO Open-Back Gaming
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM5
Scores 79 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
