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Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.
Specs comparison
Analysis
The Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X scores 7.2/10 with 38Ω impedance and 100dB sensitivity. At 38Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.
The Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro (80Ω) scores 7.6/10 with 80Ω impedance and 96dB sensitivity. At 80Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.
Based on our scoring, the Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro (80Ω) scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.
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