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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO vs Sennheiser HD 800

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO Headphones
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
10.75 in
13.7 in
Sennheiser HD 800 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 800
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
12
4.3 out of 5
6 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
66 %
3 stars
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25
4.5 out of 5
8 user ratings
5 stars
62 %
4 stars
37 %
3 stars
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User rating
77
4.0 out of 5
77 user ratings
5 stars
37 %
4 stars
35 %
3 stars
19 %
2 stars
6 %
1 stars
1 %
46
4.2 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
41 %
4 stars
36 %
3 stars
19 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %

Full Comparison

Technical details

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Colour of productBlack
  • Grey
  • Silver
Acoustic designOpenOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
Body material
  • Aluminum
  • Memory foam
Metal
CategoryStudioAudiophile
Connector contacts platingGoldSilver

Dimensions

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Weight13.05 oz11.64 oz

Sound

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Impedance250.0 Ω300.0 Ω
Frequency range5 - 400006 - 51000
Diaphragm diameter1.77 in2.2 in
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
Driver size1.77 in1.57 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.05 %0.02 %
Maximum input power200.0 mW500.0 mW

Connectivity

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
6.35mm
Cable length53
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesno
Type of connector3.5mm6.3mm
USBnono
Detachable cableyesyes

Power

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 800Sennheiser HD 800
Battery operatednono
Power handling capacity200.0 mW500.0 mW

Pros & Cons

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          Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO vs Sennheiser HD 800 - User Opinions

          • arlie.labadie
            over 1 year ago
            The Sennheiser HD 800 S are better-performing audiophile headphones than the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO. While the Beyerdynamics pack a bit more bass, the Sennheisers sound less sharp while still creating an immersive soundstage.
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