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Audeze LCD-5 — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-5

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $4,500
VS
Audeze LCD-5 wins by 8
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) — Gaming · 2023 · White
Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

Gaming · 2023 · White

88
/ 100
From $339
Specdex verdict

Audeze LCD-5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze LCD-5 lands at 96 and Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) at 88. That puts Audeze LCD-5 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Audeze LCD-5 if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Audeze LCD-5

Tuning, detail, and staging

Audeze LCD-5 leads on sound (96 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Audeze LCD-5

Long-session wearability

Audeze LCD-5 leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) more score per dollar ($339 vs $4,500).

Audeze LCD-5 96
vs
88 Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

Score breakdown

Audeze LCD-5
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88

Specs side-by-side

Audeze LCD-5 versus Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze LCD-5 Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)
Type
Planar magnetic
Gaming headset
Variant
—
White
Release year
—
2023

Audeze LCD-5

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: Audeze LCD-5 vs Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)

Which is better, Audeze LCD-5 or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)? +

Audeze LCD-5 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Audeze LCD-5 worth the price? +

At $4,500, Audeze LCD-5 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Is Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) worth the price? +

At $339, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does Audeze LCD-5 or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Audeze LCD-5 or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)? +

Audeze LCD-5 — leads on sound (96 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audeze LCD-5 or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White)? +

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (White) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.