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AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White — Open-back
AKG

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White

Open-back

86
/ 100
From $349
VS
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro wins by 2
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — Open-back
Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Open-back

88
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White lands at 86 and Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro at 88. That puts Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Tuning, detail, and staging

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White more score per dollar ($349 vs $599).

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White 86
vs
88 Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Score breakdown

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White
86
anc 0
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White versus Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Type
Open-back
Open-back

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

FAQ: AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White vs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Which is better, AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $349, AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Is Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro worth the price? +

At $599, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.

Does AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is the better value, AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

AKG K712 Pro · Arctic White — more score per dollar ($349 vs $599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.