Sennheiser HD 800 S vs. beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 800 S and beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser HD 800 S vs. beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 800 S beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Product Type Headphones - wired Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 330 g 250 g beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO are lighter than Sennheiser HD 800 S headphones.
Colour Black Black
Headband Material Metal, plastic -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 800 S beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Open Open
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 4 - 51000 Hz 5 - 35000 Hz Sennheiser HD 800 S offer a larger frequency range than beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO.
Max Input Power - 100 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.02% 0.2% Sennheiser HD 800 S have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser HD 800 S.
Sensitivity - 96 dB
Impedance 300 Ohm 250 Ohm
CABLE Sennheiser HD 800 S beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m
Audio cable
Headphones cable - 3 m
Cable Length - 3 m
Plated Connector - Gold
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 800 S beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 800 S beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Included Accessories USB flash drive, microfibre cleaning cloth 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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