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Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition

88
/ 100
From $339
VS
Sennheiser HD 800 S wins by 7
Sennheiser HD 800 S — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Open-back

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800 S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) lands at 88 and Sennheiser HD 800 S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800 S ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Sennheiser HD 800 S if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on sound (95 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($339 vs $1,699).

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) 88
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Score breakdown

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) versus Sennheiser HD 800 S — full spec comparison
Spec Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) Sennheiser HD 800 S
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
Variant
PS5 Edition
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Release year
2023
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Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)

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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

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 (PS5 Edition) vs Sennheiser HD 800 S

Which is better, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $339, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Does Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S — leads on sound (95 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.