Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Closed-back
Sony WH-1000XM3
Over-ear · 2018
Sony WH-1000XM3 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro lands at 84 and Sony WH-1000XM3 at 86. That puts Sony WH-1000XM3 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Sony WH-1000XM3 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
Sony WH-1000XM3Tuning, detail, and staging
Sony WH-1000XM3 leads on sound (86 vs 84).
Noise cancelling
Sony WH-1000XM3ANC strength for commute and travel
Sony WH-1000XM3 leads on anc (84 vs 0).
Comfort
Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProLong-session wearability
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 85).
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 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Closed-back | Over-ear |
| Release year | — | 2018 |
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
Sony WH-1000XM3
- +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 Sony WH-1000XM3
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Sony WH-1000XM3? +
Sony WH-1000XM3 scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Sony WH-1000XM3 worth the price? +
At $349, Sony WH-1000XM3 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Sony WH-1000XM3 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 770 Pro or Sony WH-1000XM3? +
Sony WH-1000XM3 — leads on sound (86 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro or Sony WH-1000XM3? +
Sony WH-1000XM3 — leads on anc (84 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.