beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Score: 91/100
Sony WH-1000XM4 Silver
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Sony WH-1000XM4 delivers market-leading ANC, high-resolution LDAC audio, and up to 30 hours of battery life in a comfortable, lightweight package. Its smart features and multipoint Bluetooth make it ideal for travelers and remote workers, though the plastic build and lack of water resistance may deter some users.
The DT 770 Pro 80 Ω is a robust, closed-back studio headphone offering detailed sound and excellent passive isolation, built with German craftsmanship and replaceable parts. While it excels in durability and audio performance, its non-detachable cable and bright treble may be drawbacks for some users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 30 hoursbest | |
45 mmbest | 40 mm | |
96 dB | 105 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 345.5 g | 254 gbest |
80 ohmsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3 hoursbest |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 345.5 g | 254 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wireless Connectivity | false | true |
Audio(5) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 45 mm | 40 mm |
Frequency Response | 5-35000 | 4-40000 Hz |
Sensitivity (dB) | 96 dB | 105 dB |
Driver Type | Dynamic | dynamic |
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
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Professional reviewers praise the DT 770 PRO for its solid construction, precise imaging, and versatile impedance options, noting the 80 Ω model's ease of drive and the 250 Ω's studio-friendly coiled cable. However, they flag the pronounced treble peak and the need for amplification on the high-impedance version as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the comfort, isolation, and durability, often describing the headphones as a long-lasting workhorse with punchy bass. Common complaints focus on the sharp treble, non-detachable cable, and the tight clamping force that can become uncomfortable during extended wear.
“Comfortable velour earpads and balanced clamping force for long sessions”
“Long-lasting workhorse with punchy bass”
“Treble peak around 6 kHz can cause listening fatigue”
Professional reviewers rank the WH-1000XM4 among the best noise-cancelling headphones, praising its superior ANC, long battery life, LDAC support, and comfort, while noting the missing aptX codec and plastic chassis.
Everyday users love the powerful ANC, battery endurance, and Speak-to-Chat, but complain about call quality in windy settings, the cheap-feel plastic, overly sensitive touch controls, and lack of water resistance.
