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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has superior overall sound quality and noise isolation, making it ideal for immersive listening in quiet environments. They are over-ear, closed-back headphones that offer excellent comfort and are suitable for extended sessions of music listening, TV, and video, but they aren't the best for calls and meetings due to the lack of a microphone. On the other hand, the Koss Porta Pro, with its on-ear design and open-back form, offers a more expansive soundstage and is lighter in weight, which increases portability and comfort. It also includes a microphone, which enhances its functionality for calls and meetings. The Koss is less isolating, so it's not as effective for noisy environments or air travel. It excels, however, in gaming due to better soundstage perception. If budget is a concern, the Koss Porta Pro is the more economical choice and offers a balanced mix of features for everyday use, including a mic for communication, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro is the choice for audiophile-level sound in a stationary, quieter setting. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro (with mic)
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Gaming
6.5
8.2
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is very good for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.8
6.1
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is only fair for phone calls, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
6.8
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
TV and Video
8.2
7.6
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is poor.
Cost
$170
$60
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) costs $60.
Build Quality
8.0
6.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.6
8.2
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Koss Porta Pro (with mic) are both very good for music.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) | Koss Porta Pro (with mic) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$170 | $60 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beyerdynamic | Koss | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1985 | January 1, 1984 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 272.1 Grams | 63.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | In-Line | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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