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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO · 499 €HiFiMan Sundara · 329 €
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| What matters | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamicMedium confidence | HiFiMan SundaraHiFiManMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 8.5 (best in this comparison) | 7.0 |
| Best price | 499,00 € | 329,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.4 | 8.0 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 9.0 (best in this comparison) | 6.4 |
| Performance | 9.0 | 9.1 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 9.4 (best in this comparison) | 6.6 |
| Repairability | 9.2 (best in this comparison) | 6.2 |
| Support & warranty | 8.0 (best in this comparison) | 3.8 |
| Battery | — | — |
| Noise cancelling | None — open back | None — open back |
| Weight | 370 g | 372 g |
| Connection | Detachable mini-XLR, 3.5 mm + 6.3 mm | Detachable 3.5 mm dual-entry |
| Replaceable pads | Yes — two sets included, more sold separately | Yes — pads sold separately |
| Best for | Mixing and mastering · Two tunings in one box via the pads · Metal build that outlives the fashion | Planar detail without flagship pricing · Neutral, fast presentation · Anyone upgrading from the HD 600 |
| Avoid if | You are treble sensitive — the analytical pads are sharp · You want value over capability | You want a closed back · You need dependable after-sales support |
| Main drawback | Expensive for a studio open-back | HiFiMan support is unreliable in Europe |
Verdict
Take the HiFiMan Sundara unless you need support & warranty.
The Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO scores highest at 8.5, but it costs 170,00 € more than the HiFiMan Sundara, which scores 7.0. That premium buys you support & warranty — 4.2 points of it. Worth it if mixing and mastering describes you; otherwise it is money you keep. Watch out for hiFiMan support is unreliable in Europe on the HiFiMan Sundara.
Best overallBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO — Highest Worth Score here at 8.5, 1.5 ahead of the HiFiMan Sundara. Best for mixing and mastering.
Best valueHiFiMan Sundara — 170,00 € cheaper than the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO and only 1.5 behind on Worth Score. You give up support & warranty.
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.