Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Open-back
88
/ 100
From $599
VS
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro wins by 4
Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Open-back
84
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro lands at 88 and Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro at 84. That puts Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro 88
vs 84 Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Score breakdown
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
88 anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
84 anc 0
sound 84
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro | Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Open-back |
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
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 DT 990 Pro
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 vs Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro? +
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro worth the price? +
At $599, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.
Is Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro worth the price? +
At $179, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro 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.