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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 3
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) — Gaming · 2024 · White
HyperX

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Gaming · 2024 · White

85
/ 100
From $169
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 Wireless (White) at 85. That puts Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro ahead by 3 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 Wireless (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

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Tuning, detail, and staging

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on sound (88 vs 85).

Noise cancelling

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

ANC strength for commute and travel

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Long-session wearability

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 83).

Value for money

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) more score per dollar ($169 vs $599).

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro 88
vs
85 HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Score breakdown

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)
85
anc 70
sound 85
comfort 83
battery 86
features 85

Specs side-by-side

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro versus HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)
Type
Open-back
Gaming headset
Variant
—
White
Release year
—
2024

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 Wireless (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: Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro vs HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

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

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. 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 Wireless (White) worth the price? +

At $169, HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (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, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — leads on sound (88 vs 85). Tuning, detail, and staging.

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

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