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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) offers an overall better sound quality, a more expansive soundstage, and higher comfort, making it an excellent choice for critical listening and studio use. They have a more durable build but do not come with a microphone for calls or gaming. The Turtle Beach Recon 70, considerably cheaper, features a quality boom microphone and is optimized for gaming, with a good balance for calls and meetings. If budget is a constraint and you need a headset with a good microphone primarily for gaming and communication, the Recon 70 is the preferable choice; if you prioritize higher sound fidelity and comfort for extensive listening sessions and have a flexible budget, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro is the superior option. 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 Turtle Beach Recon 70
- Best in class for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.1
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.
Gaming
6.5
8.4
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is very good for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.8
9.6
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class for phone calls, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
7.6
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
TV and Video
8.2
7.5
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.
Cost
$170
$48
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The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 costs $48.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
6.0
5.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) to be only fair for noise reduction, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is poor.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) both have very good build quality.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) | Turtle Beach Recon 70 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$170 | $48 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beyerdynamic | Turtle Beach | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1985 | May 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.9/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 4.3/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 272.1 Grams | 309 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
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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Sam Moore | September 2022
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."
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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.
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