beyerdynamic

DT 900 PRO X

A entry-level pick in the over-ear headphones line-up, with Over-ear Headphones up front.

51/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Over-ear Headphones
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 51/100
  • Built for the job
  • No active noise cancelling
  • No noise-cancelling mic
Score profile

Where the DT 900 PRO X wins and loses

Scored against the over-ear headphones class
OverallValueFuture-proo…515146
Overall spec score
51
Value position
51
Future-proofing
46
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Design and build

Weight454 g

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DT 900 PRO X vs beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

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Overall score51 /10051 /100
Weight454 g454 g
Who it's for

Is the DT 900 PRO X right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable over-ear headphone for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need active noise cancelling, in which case a higher-tier over-ear headphone is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the DT 900 PRO X worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 51/100 against other over-ear headphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 60.

What stands out on the DT 900 PRO X?

Its overall 51/100 rating against the rest of the over-ear headphones class.

How does it compare to the DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm?

The DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm scores 52/100 versus this one at 51/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.