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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and comfort for extended listening sessions, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is often preferred for their detailed sound and over-ear design, which offers better noise isolation and soundstage; however, they are more expensive. The Steelseries TUSQ, on the other hand, are more budget-friendly and include a microphone, making them a suitable option for gaming or calls, but they may not match the audio fidelity of the Beyerdynamics and are in-ear, which some find less comfortable for long periods. The choice ultimately hinges on your budget constraints and whether your primary use is high-fidelity music listening or gaming and communications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- Very good for music
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Steelseries TUSQ
- Very good for gaming
- Good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.6
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the Steelseries TUSQ is good.
Gaming
6.5
8.5
The Steelseries TUSQ is very good for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.8
5.2
The Steelseries TUSQ and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the Steelseries TUSQ is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
4.7
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Steelseries TUSQ are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is somewhat better.
TV and Video
8.2
7.3
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the Steelseries TUSQ is good.
Cost
$170
$55
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the Steelseries TUSQ costs $55.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Steelseries TUSQ are both only fair for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Steelseries TUSQ both have very good build quality.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Steelseries TUSQ compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) | Steelseries TUSQ |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$170 | $55 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beyerdynamic | Steelseries | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1985 | August 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 272.1 Grams | 11 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
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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."
Steelseries TUSQ
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Aloysius Low | March 2021
"The SteelSeries Arctis Tusq is a great headset for those on a more modest budget. You can use it for gaming or music, and I daresay it's also great for Zoom meetings when you don't want to be wearing on-ear or over-ear headphones."
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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 Steelseries
Steelseries is a Danish gaming products manufacturer founded in 2001 and owned by GN Store Nord. Beside a large variety of gaming peripherals like mice, keyboards, and mousemats, Steelseries markets the Arctis line of gaming headsets which feature integrated boom microphones and RGB lighting. Steelseries has partnered with several game publishers and studios for limited editions of their products like a line of Cyberpunk 2077 themed headsets in 2020.
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