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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold — Open-back
Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold

Open-back

88
/ 100
From $599
VS
Audeze LCD-5 wins by 8
Audeze LCD-5 — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-5

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $4,500
Specdex verdict

Audeze LCD-5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold lands at 88 and Audeze LCD-5 at 96. That puts Audeze LCD-5 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold if…

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

Pick Audeze LCD-5 if…

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

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold more score per dollar ($599 vs $4,500).

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold 88
vs
96 Audeze LCD-5

Score breakdown

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Audeze LCD-5
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold versus Audeze LCD-5 — full spec comparison
Spec Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold Audeze LCD-5
Type
Open-back
Planar magnetic

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold

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

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

FAQ: Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold vs Audeze LCD-5

Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5? +

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

Is Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold worth the price? +

At $599, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.

Is Audeze LCD-5 worth the price? +

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

Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5 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, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5? +

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

Which is the better value, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro · Rose Gold — more score per dollar ($599 vs $4,500). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.