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HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y vs Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

1002671 · Liquid Black · wireless ANC over-ear

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y wireless over-ear headphones in Liquid Black
Exact model & source notes

The AVENTHO Y (article 1002671, Liquid Black) is beyerdynamic's foldable, closed-back wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation and a transparency mode. It has a 45 mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint (SBC and AAC), two integrated ENC call microphones, a 5-band app equaliser and a user-replaceable battery rated at up to 90 hours without ANC and 60 hours with it. It weighs 316 g.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
Driver construction45 mm dynamic driver40 mm dynamic drivers
Bluetooth codecsSBC, AACAAC, SBC, LC3
45 mmDriver diameter40 mm
3 of 14 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
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THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

1001969 · black · wireless ANC gaming headset

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless gaming headset in black with boom microphone and velour ear pads
Exact model & source notes

The MMX 230 wireless (article 1001969, black) is beyerdynamic's closed-back, around-ear wireless gaming headset with active noise cancellation. It connects over Bluetooth 6.0 (AAC, SBC, LC3) or a low-latency USB-C dongle that stows in the ear cup, has 40 mm dynamic drivers, a flip-to-mute boom microphone with two MEMS capsules and ENC, and up to 60 hours of battery life from a user-replaceable battery. It weighs 320 g.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

AVENTHO Y UK & US retailers

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

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  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
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.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y: closed-back · illustration, not to scale
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless: closed-back · illustration, not to scale
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNo

Closed-back. Manufacturer specification

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 ↓

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

Wired / wireless connections

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YBluetooth 6.0 with multipoint; USB-C port (beyerdynamic lists the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable type as 'USB-C / audio cable')
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessWireless: Bluetooth 6.0 and a low-latency USB-C dongle; USB audio over USB-C; beyerdynamic also lists an analogue connection
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · An optional upgrade package adds a USB-C dongle and boom microphone; it is not in the standard box.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · The box list contains a USB-C charging cable, the USB-C dongle and a USB-A to USB-C adapter; no analogue audio cable is listed.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUp to 90 hours without ANC; up to 60 hours with ANC
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUp to 60 hours
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to'; the product page's technical data says 'More than 90 hours' and 'More than 60 hours' with ANC. The battery is user-replaceable.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic does not state the ANC, volume or connection conditions for this figure. The battery is user-replaceable.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Driver construction

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y45 mm dynamic driver
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless40 mm dynamic drivers
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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

App features

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Ybeyerdynamic app: customise music playback and device controls, 5-band equaliser, over-the-air firmware updates
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessbeyerdynamic app: sound personalisation, EQ presets for game genres, personal EQ, sidetone level, ANC level, voice prompts and firmware updates; settings are stored in the headset
Sources

Bluetooth version and profiles

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YBluetooth 6.0; HFP, A2DP, AVRCP
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessBluetooth 6.0; A2DP, HFP
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

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Charging

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUSB-C
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUSB-C; can be used while charging
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

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Driver diameter

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y45 mm
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless40 mm
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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

Earpads

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YInterchangeable, magnetically attached; optional velour ear pads in black/grey
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessVelour with memory foam
Sources

In the box

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YAVENTHO Y headphones, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessHeadset, low-latency USB-C dongle, USB-A to USB-C adapter, 1.8 m USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

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Microphone type

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y2 integrated microphones with ENC (environmental noise cancellation); META VOICE boom mic available as an optional accessory
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless2 × MEMS with ENC; omnidirectional; 20–20,000 Hz; −26 dBV at 1 kHz; flip-to-mute
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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Device compatibility

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YSmartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers with Bluetooth; iOS, Android, Windows and macOS
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessPC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Xbox is not listed in the compatibility entries.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data

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Serviceability

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUser-replaceable battery in the left ear cup, behind the magnetically attached ear cushion
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUser-replaceable battery
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data

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Wireless range

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUp to 20 m
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessHeadset 20 m; dongle 8 m
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Range figures as printed for the headset and dongle; conditions of measurement are not stated.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

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Small physical differences (1)

Weight without cable

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y316 g
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless320 g
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The product pages state 316 g without cable; the specification sheet gives 316 g without stating the basis.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · As printed in the specification sheet ('Weight (without cable)'); the product pages give no weight.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Wearing style

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YOver-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphones
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with boom microphone
Sources

Both sources describe the same wearing style and acoustic design in different words. The extra wording does not establish a different fit; compare the separately listed fields.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (5)

Charge time

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y1 hour full charge; 5 minutes gives 6 hours of playtime
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded for this side.

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

Low-latency link

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessLow-latency USB-C dongle for devices with a USB connection; the dongle can be stored in the ear cup
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

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

Transparency mode

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YYes
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded for this side.

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

5 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.

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FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

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

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YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

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

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

What it brings

What to check

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

What it brings

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
26 of 26 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y and Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless
SpecificationBeyerdynamic AVENTHO YBeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless
Over-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphonesOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with boom microphone
Closed-backClosed-back
Weight without cableDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The product pages state 316 g without cable; the specification sheet gives 316 g without stating the basis.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · As printed in the specification sheet ('Weight (without cable)'); the product pages give no weight.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
316 g320 g
Interchangeable, magnetically attached; optional velour ear pads in black/greyVelour with memory foam
User-replaceable battery in the left ear cup, behind the magnetically attached ear cushionUser-replaceable battery
Construction
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded.

Foldable, with aluminium yoke and round ear cupsNot provided
Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · An optional upgrade package adds a USB-C dongle and boom microphone; it is not in the standard box.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · The box list contains a USB-C charging cable, the USB-C dongle and a USB-A to USB-C adapter; no analogue audio cable is listed.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint; USB-C port (beyerdynamic lists the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable type as 'USB-C / audio cable')Wireless: Bluetooth 6.0 and a low-latency USB-C dongle; USB audio over USB-C; beyerdynamic also lists an analogue connection
Bluetooth version and profilesDifferent
Sources
Bluetooth 6.0; HFP, A2DP, AVRCPBluetooth 6.0; A2DP, HFP
SBC, AACAAC, SBC, LC3
Multipoint
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded.

Yes — Multipoint Bluetooth 6.0Not provided
Wireless rangeDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Range figures as printed for the headset and dongle; conditions of measurement are not stated.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
Up to 20 mHeadset 20 m; dongle 8 m
Battery lifeDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to'; the product page's technical data says 'More than 90 hours' and 'More than 60 hours' with ANC. The battery is user-replaceable.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic does not state the ANC, volume or connection conditions for this figure. The battery is user-replaceable.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
Up to 90 hours without ANC; up to 60 hours with ANCUp to 60 hours
Charge time
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded.

1 hour full charge; 5 minutes gives 6 hours of playtimeNot provided
ChargingDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
USB-CUSB-C; can be used while charging
Device compatibilityDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Xbox is not listed in the compatibility entries.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data
Smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers with Bluetooth; iOS, Android, Windows and macOSPC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android
Low-latency link
Sources
Not providedLow-latency USB-C dongle for devices with a USB connection; the dongle can be stored in the ear cup
45 mm dynamic driver40 mm dynamic drivers
45 mm40 mm
20–20,000 Hz20–20,000 Hz
Microphone
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · Two integrated microphones with ENC; a META VOICE boom microphone is an optional accessory.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · Flip-to-mute boom microphone with environmental noise cancellation (ENC) and sidetone.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
YesYes
2 integrated microphones with ENC (environmental noise cancellation); META VOICE boom mic available as an optional accessory2 × MEMS with ENC; omnidirectional; 20–20,000 Hz; −26 dBV at 1 kHz; flip-to-mute
Active noise cancellation
Sources
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification · ANC level is adjustable in the beyerdynamic app; no attenuation figure is published.

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
YesYes
Transparency mode
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
beyerdynamic app: customise music playback and device controls, 5-band equaliser, over-the-air firmware updatesbeyerdynamic app: sound personalisation, EQ presets for game genres, personal EQ, sidetone level, ANC level, voice prompts and firmware updates; settings are stored in the headset
In the boxDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
AVENTHO Y headphones, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance bookletHeadset, low-latency USB-C dongle, USB-A to USB-C adapter, 1.8 m USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet
Operating temperature
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)
−10 to +50 °C−10 to +50 °C
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Wired / wireless connections
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Each record represents an explicitly checked model and configuration. Original import: 5 Sept 2026; this is not its verification date. This is not a list of current offers or a popularity ranking.