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Grado SR325x · Arctic White — Open-back
Grado

Grado SR325x · Arctic White

Open-back

84
/ 100
From $349
VS
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro wins by 4
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, Grado SR325x · Arctic White lands at 84 and Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro at 88. That puts Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Grado SR325x · 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 84).

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

Grado SR325x · Arctic White

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Grado SR325x · Arctic White more score per dollar ($349 vs $599).

Grado SR325x · Arctic White 84
vs
88 Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Score breakdown

Grado SR325x · Arctic White
84
anc 0
sound 84
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

Grado SR325x · Arctic White versus Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Grado SR325x · Arctic White Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Type
Open-back
Open-back

Grado SR325x · 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: Grado SR325x · Arctic White vs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Which is better, Grado SR325x · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Grado SR325x · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $349, Grado SR325x · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 84 — 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 Grado SR325x · 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, Grado SR325x · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro — leads on sound (88 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is the better value, Grado SR325x · Arctic White or Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro? +

Grado SR325x · Arctic White — more score per dollar ($349 vs $599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.