Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Closed-back
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
Over-ear · 2017
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro lands at 84 and Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight BlackANC strength for commute and travel
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black leads on anc (82 vs 0).
Comfort
Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProLong-session wearability
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 83).
Value for money
Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro more score per dollar ($179 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro | Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Closed-back | Over-ear |
| Release year | — | 2017 |
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
FAQ: Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro vs Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro worth the price? +
At $179, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Is Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black 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 noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black? +
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black — leads on anc (82 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.
Which is better for comfort, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black? +
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro — leads on comfort (88 vs 83). Long-session wearability.