Bose
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
Over-ear · 2017
84
/ 100
From $349
VS
Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Closed-back
84
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black lands at 84 and Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Pick Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black 84
vs 84 Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Score breakdown
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
84 anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 82
features 80
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
84 anc 0
sound 84
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black | Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | Closed-back |
| Release year | 2017 | — |
Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black
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
Beyerdynamic DT 770 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
FAQ: Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black vs Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Which is better, Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Is Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro worth the price? +
At $179, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Does Bose QC 35 II · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 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.