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beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — Studio reference · Open · 250Ω
beyerdynamic

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Studio reference · Open · 250Ω

92
/ 100
From $599
VS
Bose QuietComfort Ultra wins by 1
Bose QuietComfort Ultra — CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Adaptive
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Adaptive

93
/ 100
From $429
Specdex verdict

Bose QuietComfort Ultra takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII lands at 92 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra at 93. That puts Bose QuietComfort Ultra ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII if…

  • ✓Reference-class detail retrieval
  • ✓Made in Germany build
  • ✓Includes both balanced + analytical pads

Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra if…

  • ✓Best comfort in class
  • ✓Excellent ANC
  • ✓Immersive Audio spatial feature
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Tuning, detail, and staging

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII leads on sound (96 vs 92).

Comfort

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Long-session wearability

Bose QuietComfort Ultra leads on comfort (98 vs 88).

Value for money

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Bose QuietComfort Ultra more score per dollar ($429 vs $599).

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII 92
vs
93 Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Score breakdown

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
92
sound 96
comfort 88
build 96
value 84
anc 0
battery 0
features 0
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
93
sound 92
comfort 98
build 0
value 0
anc 96
battery 86
features 90

Specs side-by-side

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII versus Bose QuietComfort Ultra — full spec comparison
Spec beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Type
Open-back dynamic
—
Driver
45 mm Tesla
35 mm dynamic
Impedance
250Ω
—
Frequency response
5 Hz – 40 kHz
—
Cable
Detachable XLR / 6.35mm
—
Weight
370 g
▲ 253 g
Battery
—
24 h (Immersive Audio off) / 18 h (on)
Codecs
—
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Pros
  • +Reference-class detail retrieval
  • +Made in Germany build
  • +Includes both balanced + analytical pads
Cons
  • −Open-back leaks sound
  • −Needs amplification (250Ω)
  • −No wireless variant

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Pros
  • +Best comfort in class
  • +Excellent ANC
  • +Immersive Audio spatial feature
Cons
  • −Bose app fiddly
  • −No USB-C audio (3.5 mm + Bluetooth only)
  • −No LDAC support

FAQ: beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Which is better, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +

Bose QuietComfort Ultra scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII worth the price? +

At $599, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra worth the price? +

At $429, Bose QuietComfort Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in comfort.

Does beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 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, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — leads on sound (96 vs 92). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for comfort, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +

Bose QuietComfort Ultra — leads on comfort (98 vs 88). Long-session wearability.