Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Open-back
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro lands at 84 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 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
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)Tuning, detail, and staging
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 84).
Noise cancelling
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Beyerdynamic DT 990 ProLong-session wearability
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 86).
Value for money
Beyerdynamic DT 990 ProSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro more score per dollar ($179 vs $249).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +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 990 Pro vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. 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 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Does Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 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 990 Pro or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.