Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Open-back
84
/ 100
From $179
VS
Bose
Bose QC 35 II
Over-ear · 2017
84
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro lands at 84 and Bose QC 35 II at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Bose QC 35 II if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro 84
vs 84 Bose QC 35 II
Score breakdown
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
84 anc 0
sound 84
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Bose QC 35 II
84 anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 82
features 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro | Bose QC 35 II |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Over-ear |
| Release year | — | 2017 |
Beyerdynamic DT 990 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
Bose QC 35 II
Pros
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
FAQ: Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro vs Bose QC 35 II
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro or Bose QC 35 II? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro worth the price? +
At $179, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Is Bose QC 35 II worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro or Bose QC 35 II 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.