Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)
Gaming · 2023 · Black
88
/ 100
From $339
VS
Focal Utopia 2022 wins by 8
Focal
Focal Utopia 2022
Open-back
96
/ 100
From $4,999
Specdex verdict
Focal Utopia 2022 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) lands at 88 and Focal Utopia 2022 at 96. That puts Focal Utopia 2022 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Focal Utopia 2022 if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) 88
vs 96 Focal Utopia 2022
Score breakdown
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)
88 anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Focal Utopia 2022
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) | Focal Utopia 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Open-back |
| Variant | Black | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)
Pros
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
Cons
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Focal Utopia 2022
Pros
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) vs Focal Utopia 2022
Which is better, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Focal Utopia 2022? +
Focal Utopia 2022 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) worth the price? +
At $339, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Is Focal Utopia 2022 worth the price? +
At $4,999, Focal Utopia 2022 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Focal Utopia 2022 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.