HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 vs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

MX723ZM/A · Jet Black · UK

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Exact model & source notes

Powerbeats Pro 2 (MX723ZM/A in Jet Black in the UK, MX723LL/A in the US) are Beats' ear-hook sports earbuds, built on Apple's H2 chip with active noise cancelling, Transparency mode and heart-rate sensors for workouts. Beats rates them at up to 10 hours per charge with ANC off (8 hours with ANC on) and 45 hours with the case.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 for

A wireless connection

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A wired connection

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THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

1000303 · 30 ohm · black

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The DT 1990 PRO MKII (article 1000303, black) is the second generation of beyerdynamic's open-back, around-ear studio headphone, with 45 mm TESLA.45 dynamic drivers at 30 ohms and a detachable, lockable mini-XLR cable. A spring-steel headband carries a headband pad with a fontanelle recess for pressure relief. It ships with two ear-pad sets tuned differently, two cables and a hard case, and works with beyerdynamic's free HEADPHONE LAB plug-in, which offers individual factory calibration for this model.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE6 topics

Yes and No describe the listed feature. Missing evidence stays unverified.

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 06

Open-back design

Open-back earcups are not sealed. Start here if your listening space is quiet; this construction is not a sound-quality rating.

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIYes

Open-back. Manufacturer specification

Source 1 Source 2

Choose your must-haves

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

3 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Class 1 Bluetooth (version not stated); USB-C charging on the case; Qi-compatible wireless charging

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIWired; detachable, lockable single-sided cable with 3-pin mini-XLR at the headphone and 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Beats does not state a Bluetooth version on the UK or US page. No USB-C cable or power adapter is included.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · The product page's technical table words the plug as '3-pin XLR plug, 6.35 mm (1/4") stereo jack plug'; the spec sheet specifies a 3-pin mini-XLR cable connector at the headphone and a 3.5 mm jack with 6.35 mm adapter.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver construction

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Dual-layer drivers aligned to each earbud’s nozzle

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIDynamic TESLA.45 drivers, 45 mm diameter, PEEK polymer diaphragm

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Beats says the dual-layer drivers minimise distortion and are aligned to each earbud’s nozzle; it does not state a driver size.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic states the headphones are equipped with two TESLA.45 drivers, each measuring 45 mm in diameter, and that the diaphragm is made of PEEK polymer (product page FAQ). The spec sheet gives the transducer type as dynamic.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Wearing style

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2In-ear, true wireless with ear hooks

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIOver-ear (circumaural), open-back wired studio headphones

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Two separate earbuds with nickel-titanium alloy-reinforced ear hooks and silicone ear tips (five sizes, XS–XL), supplied with a wireless charging case.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (28)

Acoustic design

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIOpen-back

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Active noise cancellation

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency mode.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

The complete exact sources establish an open dynamic wired design but do not explicitly negate active noise cancellation. Open construction and omission of ANC do not establish a false capability. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Microphone

In Visual facts

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud has a voice accelerometer and three microphones; Voice Isolation for calls.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

The complete exact sources list the headphone and accessories but do not explicitly establish absence of a microphone. An omitted microphone and a stereo headphone plug alone cannot become a sourced false capability. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery life

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Earbuds: up to 10 hours with ANC and Transparency off, up to 8 hours with ANC on. With the charging case: up to 45 hours with ANC/Transparency off (Adaptive EQ mode), up to 36 hours with ANC on. Fast Fuel: 5 minutes gives up to 1.5 hours.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Apple's tests (September 2024, pre-production units paired with iPhone 15 Pro, 50% volume) ran until the first earbud stopped playback. Fast Fuel figure measured with ANC and Transparency off via a USB-C cable.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beats (UK) — Compare products (feature data and battery footnotes)

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

The retained exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or that no battery is required for operation. Do not infer a not-applicable operating requirement from analogue/dynamic construction or a battery-included No row. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Nominal impedance

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII30 ohm

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Adaptive EQ

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Inward-facing microphones continuously scan the fit and seal, analyse what you are hearing and adjust acoustic frequencies.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Companion app

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Beats app for Android: one-touch pairing, heart-rate monitoring, customisable controls, battery status widgets and Locate My Beats

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Beats lists the app under Android compatibility.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cable length

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII3 m

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Supplied straight cable. A separate 5 m coiled cable is also supplied; its 5 m rating is explicitly stretched, not a relaxed straight-cable length.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone chip

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Apple H2

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · With Apple devices: one-touch pairing, automatic switching, audio sharing, hands-free Siri and Find My.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Coiled cable length, stretched

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII5 m

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Separate supplied coiled cable; 5 m is explicitly measured stretched. A 3 m straight cable is also supplied.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied plug and adapter

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII3-pin mini-XLR (headphone end); gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Earbud controls

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Single multifunction button and volume rocker on each earbud; auto play/pause

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated total harmonic distortion

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII0.20% at 100 Hz, 0.06% at 500 Hz, 0.08% at 1 kHz (at 1 mW)

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Driver diameter

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII45 mm

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Diameter of each TESLA.45 driver as stated on the product page.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated frequency range

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII5–40,000 Hz

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Nominal headband pressure

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII6 ±0.5 N

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HEADPHONE LAB software

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIISupported through a separate DAW plug-in, with individual factory calibration

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Free plug-in for DAW software (VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS) with crossfeed and optional room simulation; there is no standalone version. beyerdynamic lists the DT 1990 PRO MKII among the models offered FACTORY CALIBRATION, based on the production measurement data of the individual unit.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic HEADPHONE LAB — plug-in features, formats and FACTORY CALIBRATION model list

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Heart-rate monitoring

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Optional heart-rate sensors for workouts; can be disabled.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

In the box

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIHeadphones, 'Producing' velour ear pad set (slight bass boost), 'Mixing & Mastering' velour ear pad set (linear), 3 m straight cable, 5 m coiled cable, hard case

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Construction

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIRugged spring-steel headband; headband pad of soft memory foam and leatherette with fontanelle recess for pressure relief

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Spec sheet features: 'Rugged spring steel headband construction' and 'Headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief'. The product page highlights 'High wearing comfort thanks to fontanelle recess', describes the headband as soft memory foam and durable leatherette, and states that the fontanelle recess avoids potentially pain-sensitive areas on the head.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum input power

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII100 mW short-term; 30 mW continuous

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated sensitivity

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII94 dB SPL at 1 mW / 500 Hz; 110 dB SPL at 1 V / 500 Hz

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Two references are given: per 1 mW and per 1 V, both at 500 Hz.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Serviceability

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIIAlmost every part replaceable, including the headband and ear pads

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic's product page states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced and that the headband and ear pads can be replaced if necessary; the spec sheet words it more broadly: 'All components can be replaced'.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spatial audio

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Personalised spatial audio with dynamic head tracking

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Beats also states these are its first product to deliver ultra-low latency lossless audio with Apple Vision Pro.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dust, sweat and water resistance

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2IPX4 (sweat and water resistant)

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Weight per earbud

Beats Powerbeats Pro 28.7 g

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud: 8.7 g. The case is separately listed at 69.0 g. Beats also gives 77.7 g as a total, which does not consistently describe two 8.7 g earbuds plus that case. The combined set mass remains unresolved and is not derived from those figures.

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dimensions

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Earbud: 4.5 cm high, 4.1 cm long, 2.4 cm wide; charging case: 7.5 cm high, 6.6 cm long, 3.4 cm wide

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Manufacturer specification

Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Weight without cable

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII376 g

Sources

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable.

beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official North America store page and technical data beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

0 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Open-back designFor a quiet listening spaceClosed-back designAn enclosed outer earcupDetachable cableUnplug the cable at the headphonesBuilt-in microphoneFor calls and voice chatActive noise cancellationNot the same as a closed back

YOUR CHOICE

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

What it brings

Nickel-titanium ear hooks, an IPX4 sweat and water rating and physical volume rockers on each earbud suit running and gym use, and the optional heart-rate sensors feed workout data to compatible apps.
Manufacturer source
Beats rates 8 hours per charge with ANC and Transparency mode on and 36 hours with the case, and the case charges over USB-C or Qi-compatible wireless chargers.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

At 8.7 g per earbud and 69.0 g for the case, they are heavier than Beats' Studio Buds + (5.0 g per bud, 49.0 g case).
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Beats does not publish a Bluetooth version or codec list, and no charging cable or power adapter comes in the box.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

What it brings

Two velour ear-pad sets are supplied: 'Producing' with a slight bass boost and 'Mixing & Mastering' for a linear response, so the tuning can be changed by swapping pads.
Manufacturer source
beyerdynamic states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced, including the headband and ear pads, and the single-sided mini-XLR cable is detachable and can be locked.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

beyerdynamic rates it at 376 g without cable and a nominal headband pressure of 6 ±0.5 N; anyone sensitive to weight or clamping force over long sessions should weigh these figures.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The supplied analogue cables use a 3.5 mm stereo plug with a 6.35 mm adapter.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

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Source-backed specifications for Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 and Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
Specification	Beats Powerbeats Pro 2	Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII

Wearing styleDifferent Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Two separate earbuds with nickel-titanium alloy-reinforced ear hooks and silicone ear tips (five sizes, XS–XL), supplied with a wireless charging case. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	In-ear, true wireless with ear hooks	Over-ear (circumaural), open-back wired studio headphones
Weight per earbud Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Each earbud: 8.7 g. The case is separately listed at 69.0 g. Beats also gives 77.7 g as a total, which does not consistently describe two 8.7 g earbuds plus that case. The combined set mass remains unresolved and is not derived from those figures. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	8.7 g	Not provided
Dimensions Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Earbud: 4.5 cm high, 4.1 cm long, 2.4 cm wide; charging case: 7.5 cm high, 6.6 cm long, 3.4 cm wide	Not provided
Dust, sweat and water resistance Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	IPX4 (sweat and water resistant)	Not provided
Weight without cable Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official North America store page and technical data beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	376 g
Acoustic design Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Open-back
Nominal headband pressure Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	6 ±0.5 N
Serviceability Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic's product page states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced and that the headband and ear pads can be replaced if necessary; the spec sheet words it more broadly: 'All components can be replaced'. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Almost every part replaceable, including the headband and ear pads
Construction Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Spec sheet features: 'Rugged spring steel headband construction' and 'Headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief'. The product page highlights 'High wearing comfort thanks to fontanelle recess', describes the headband as soft memory foam and durable leatherette, and states that the fontanelle recess avoids potentially pain-sensitive areas on the head. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Rugged spring-steel headband; headband pad of soft memory foam and leatherette with fontanelle recess for pressure relief

Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Beats does not state a Bluetooth version on the UK or US page. No USB-C cable or power adapter is included. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · The product page's technical table words the plug as '3-pin XLR plug, 6.35 mm (1/4") stereo jack plug'; the spec sheet specifies a 3-pin mini-XLR cable connector at the headphone and a 3.5 mm jack with 6.35 mm adapter. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Class 1 Bluetooth (version not stated); USB-C charging on the case; Qi-compatible wireless charging	Wired; detachable, lockable single-sided cable with 3-pin mini-XLR at the headphone and 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter
Battery life Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Apple's tests (September 2024, pre-production units paired with iPhone 15 Pro, 50% volume) ran until the first earbud stopped playback. Fast Fuel figure measured with ANC and Transparency off via a USB-C cable. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beats (UK) — Compare products (feature data and battery footnotes) Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII The retained exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or that no battery is required for operation. Do not infer a not-applicable operating requirement from analogue/dynamic construction or a battery-included No row. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Earbuds: up to 10 hours with ANC and Transparency off, up to 8 hours with ANC on. With the charging case: up to 45 hours with ANC/Transparency off (Adaptive EQ mode), up to 36 hours with ANC on. Fast Fuel: 5 minutes gives up to 1.5 hours.	Not listed by the manufacturer
Cable length Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Supplied straight cable. A separate 5 m coiled cable is also supplied; its 5 m rating is explicitly stretched, not a relaxed straight-cable length. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	3 m
Supplied plug and adapter Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	3-pin mini-XLR (headphone end); gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter
Coiled cable length, stretched Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Separate supplied coiled cable; 5 m is explicitly measured stretched. A 3 m straight cable is also supplied. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	5 m

Driver constructionDifferent Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Beats says the dual-layer drivers minimise distortion and are aligned to each earbud’s nozzle; it does not state a driver size. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic states the headphones are equipped with two TESLA.45 drivers, each measuring 45 mm in diameter, and that the diaphragm is made of PEEK polymer (product page FAQ). The spec sheet gives the transducer type as dynamic. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Dual-layer drivers aligned to each earbud’s nozzle	Dynamic TESLA.45 drivers, 45 mm diameter, PEEK polymer diaphragm
Spatial audio Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Beats also states these are its first product to deliver ultra-low latency lossless audio with Apple Vision Pro. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Personalised spatial audio with dynamic head tracking	Not provided
Adaptive EQ Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Inward-facing microphones continuously scan the fit and seal, analyse what you are hearing and adjust acoustic frequencies. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Headphone chip Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · With Apple devices: one-touch pairing, automatic switching, audio sharing, hands-free Siri and Find My. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Apple H2	Not provided
Driver diameter Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Diameter of each TESLA.45 driver as stated on the product page. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)	Not provided	45 mm
Nominal impedance Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	30 ohm
Rated frequency range Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	5–40,000 Hz
Rated sensitivity Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Two references are given: per 1 mW and per 1 V, both at 500 Hz. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	94 dB SPL at 1 mW / 500 Hz; 110 dB SPL at 1 V / 500 Hz
Rated total harmonic distortion Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	0.20% at 100 Hz, 0.06% at 500 Hz, 0.08% at 1 kHz (at 1 mW)
Maximum input power Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	100 mW short-term; 30 mW continuous

Microphone Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Each earbud has a voice accelerometer and three microphones; Voice Isolation for calls. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII The complete exact sources list the headphone and accessories but do not explicitly establish absence of a microphone. An omitted microphone and a stereo headphone plug alone cannot become a sourced false capability. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Yes	Not listed by the manufacturer
Active noise cancellation Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency mode. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII The complete exact sources establish an open dynamic wired design but do not explicitly negate active noise cancellation. Open construction and omission of ANC do not establish a false capability. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Yes	Not listed by the manufacturer

Companion app Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Beats lists the app under Android compatibility. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beats (US) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page, tech specs and FAQ Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Beats app for Android: one-touch pairing, heart-rate monitoring, customisable controls, battery status widgets and Locate My Beats	Not provided
Heart-rate monitoring Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification · Optional heart-rate sensors for workouts; can be disabled. Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Earbud controls Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Manufacturer specification Beats (UK) — Powerbeats Pro 2 product page and tech specs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Single multifunction button and volume rocker on each earbud; auto play/pause	Not provided
HEADPHONE LAB software Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Free plug-in for DAW software (VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS) with crossfeed and optional room simulation; there is no standalone version. beyerdynamic lists the DT 1990 PRO MKII among the models offered FACTORY CALIBRATION, based on the production measurement data of the individual unit. beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic HEADPHONE LAB — plug-in features, formats and FACTORY CALIBRATION model list	Not provided	Supported through a separate DAW plug-in, with individual factory calibration

In the box Sources Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1990 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Headphones, 'Producing' velour ear pad set (slight bass boost), 'Mixing & Mastering' velour ear pad set (linear), 3 m straight cable, 5 m coiled cable, hard case

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