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Bose QC 35 II — Over-ear · 2017
Bose

Bose QC 35 II

Over-ear · 2017

84
/ 100
From $349
VS
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro — Closed-back
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 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
Bose QC 35 II 84
vs
84 Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro

Score breakdown

Bose QC 35 II
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

Bose QC 35 II versus Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Bose QC 35 II Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Type
Over-ear
Closed-back
Release year
2017

Bose QC 35 II

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 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.