AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black
Open-back
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black lands at 86 and Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)Tuning, detail, and staging
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
AKG K712 Pro · Midnight BlackLong-session wearability
AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black leads on comfort (88 vs 86).
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black | Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
FAQ: AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black vs Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $349, AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Is Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $339, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Does AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) 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 · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, AKG K712 Pro · Midnight Black or Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.