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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — Open-back
Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Open-back

88
/ 100
From $599
VS
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro wins by 4
HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
HyperX

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition

84
/ 100
From $99
Specdex verdict

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro lands at 88 and HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) 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 HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) 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

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Tuning, detail, and staging

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on sound (88 vs 84).

Noise cancelling

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Long-session wearability

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 82).

Value for money

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($99 vs $599).

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro 88
vs
84 HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

Score breakdown

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)
84
anc 70
sound 84
comfort 82
battery 86
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro versus HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) — full spec comparison
Spec Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)
Type
Open-back
Gaming headset
Variant
—
PS5 Edition
Release year
—
2023

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

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

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: Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro vs HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)

Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)? +

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 HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $99, HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.

Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or HyperX Cloud III (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 HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — leads on sound (88 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition)? +

HyperX Cloud III (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.