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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO · 499 €Sennheiser HD 600 · 329 €
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| What matters | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PROBeyerdynamicMedium confidence | Sennheiser HD 600SennheiserMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 8.5 | 8.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 499,00 € | 329,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.4 | 8.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 9.0 (best in this comparison) | 8.0 |
| Performance | 9.0 | 9.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 9.4 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 9.2 | 9.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Support & warranty | 8.0 | 8.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Battery | — | — |
| Noise cancelling | None — open back | None — open back |
| Weight | 370 g | 260 g |
| Connection | Detachable mini-XLR, 3.5 mm + 6.3 mm | Detachable cable, 6.3 mm |
| Replaceable pads | Yes — two sets included, more sold separately | Yes — pads, headband, cable and drivers all sold separately |
| Best for | Mixing and mastering · Two tunings in one box via the pads · Metal build that outlives the fashion | Mixing and critical listening · Keeping one pair for a decade · Every part being a spare part |
| Avoid if | You are treble sensitive — the analytical pads are sharp · You want value over capability | You need isolation — these leak in both directions · You want to use them outdoors |
| Main drawback | Expensive for a studio open-back | Needs an amplifier to reach its potential |
Verdict
The Sennheiser HD 600 wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 headphones, the Sennheiser HD 600 has both the highest Worth Score (8.8) and the best score per euro at 329,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is needs an amplifier to reach its potential.
Best overallSennheiser HD 600 — Highest Worth Score here at 8.8, 0.3 ahead of the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO. Best for mixing and critical listening.
Skip this oneBeyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO — Lowest Worth Score here at 8.5, 0.3 lower against the Sennheiser HD 600 and no cheaper. Expensive for a studio open-back
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.