Bose QC 35 II
Over-ear · 2017
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Closed-back
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC 35 II 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 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
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
Bose QC 35 IIANC strength for commute and travel
Bose QC 35 II leads on anc (82 vs 0).
Comfort
Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProLong-session wearability
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro leads on comfort (88 vs 83).
Value for money
Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro more score per dollar ($179 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QC 35 II | Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | Closed-back |
| Release year | 2017 | — |
Bose QC 35 II
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Bose QC 35 II vs Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Which is better, Bose QC 35 II 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 worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II 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 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.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Bose QC 35 II or Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro? +
Bose QC 35 II — leads on anc (82 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.
Which is better for comfort, Bose QC 35 II or Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro? +
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro — leads on comfort (88 vs 83). Long-session wearability.