Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)
Gaming · 2023 · Black
Sennheiser HD 58X
Open-back
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) lands at 88 and Sennheiser HD 58X at 86. That puts Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Sennheiser HD 58X if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)Tuning, detail, and staging
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) leads on sound (88 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)ANC strength for commute and travel
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Sennheiser HD 58XLong-session wearability
Sennheiser HD 58X leads on comfort (88 vs 86).
Value for money
Sennheiser HD 58XSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sennheiser HD 58X more score per dollar ($169 vs $339).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) | Sennheiser HD 58X |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Open-back |
| Variant | Black | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Sennheiser HD 58X
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) vs Sennheiser HD 58X
Which is better, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) worth the price? +
At $339, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Is Sennheiser HD 58X worth the price? +
At $169, Sennheiser HD 58X delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Does Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X 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 MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X? +
Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.