Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Open-back
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White
Gaming · 2023 · White
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro lands at 88 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White 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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White 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
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic WhiteANC strength for commute and travel
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White 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
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic WhiteSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White more score per dollar ($199 vs $599).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro | Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | White |
| 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
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White
- +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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White? +
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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $199, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic 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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White? +
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 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White? +
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (White) · Arctic White — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.