Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Open-back
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro lands at 88 and Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) at 86. That puts Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro ahead by 2 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 Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 ProTuning, detail, and staging
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on sound (88 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 ProLong-session wearability
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 84).
Value for money
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($199 vs $599).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro | Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
FAQ: Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro vs Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $199, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) 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 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.