HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) vs Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

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Compared products

YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

717789 · 3rd generation · 32 ohm · wired

beyerdynamic T5 third-generation closed-back headphones with leatherette pads and double-sided cable

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Exact model & source notes

The T5 (3rd generation, article 717789) is beyerdynamic's closed-back, around-ear high-end wired headphone and the closed counterpart to the T1. It uses tilted Tesla dynamic transducers matched in pairs at 32 ohms, a detachable double-sided 1.4 m OCC7N copper cable, replaceable protein-leatherette ear pads with memory foam, and brushed aluminium covers without acoustic openings. It weighs 360 g without the cable, is Hi-Res Audio certified and comes with a hardcase.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHAT DIFFERS

Rated frequency range5–50,000 Hz20–20,000 Hz

360 gWeight without cable320 g

2 of 6 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.

See the 6 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

1001969 · black · wireless ANC gaming headset

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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

T5 (3rd generation) UK & US retailers

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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

How to read this comparison

Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
“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 T5 (3rd generation): closed-back · illustration, not to scale

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

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)No

Closed-back. Manufacturer specification

Source 1 Source 2

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNo

Closed-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 ↓

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

Wired / wireless connections

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Wired; detachable double-sided 1.4 m textile-braided cable with OCC7N copper conductors, gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack and plug-in 6.35 mm adapter

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 T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · A 3 m cable with screwed 6.35 mm adapter and balanced cables (4-pin XLR, 3 m; 4-pole 2.5 mm jack, 1.4 m) are listed as separately sold accessories.

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver construction

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Tilted dynamic Tesla transducers, individually measured and matched in pairs

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless40 mm dynamic drivers

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · Driver diameter is not published in the sources read.

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Earpads

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Protein-coated leatherette with memory foam; replaceable

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessVelour with memory foam

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated frequency range

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)5–50,000 Hz

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless20–20,000 Hz

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

Range endpoints need their stated threshold. They do not describe response flatness or prove better bass, detail or sound quality.

In the box

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)T5 headphones, 1.4 m connection cable with three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack, 3.5 mm/6.35 mm stereo jack adapter, hardcase

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 T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Weight without cable

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)360 g

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless320 g

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable.

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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 T5 (3rd generation)Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired headphones

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with boom microphone

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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 (25)

Active noise cancellation

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessYes

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation absence. Preserve separately sourced acoustic design and passive attenuation; they cannot turn omitted ANC into a false capability. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

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

Microphone

In Visual facts

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessYes

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish microphone absence. Omission from a package or technical inventory, a stereo audio connector, and a without-remote statement do not establish microphone=false. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

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

Battery life

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUp to 60 hours

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or that no battery is required for operation. A wired/dynamic audio path, omitted charger or Battery included N is not an explicit operating-power requirement. · Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

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

Nominal impedance

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)32 ohm

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic says the Tesla transducers of the 3rd-generation T1/T5 were optimised to 32 ohms for stationary amplifiers and mobile players alike.

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

App features

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

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

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Bluetooth codecs

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessAAC, SBC, LC3

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Bluetooth version and profiles

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessBluetooth 6.0; A2DP, HFP

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Cable arrangement

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Detachable, double-sided cable

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Cable length

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)1.4 m

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Charging

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUSB-C; can be used while charging

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

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

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

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

Supplied plug and adapter

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Gold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with plug-in 6.35 mm adapter

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Rated total harmonic distortion

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)<0.05% (2 kHz / 1 mW)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Driver diameter

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless40 mm

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Headband pressure

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Approx. 4 N

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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 T5 (3rd generation)Not 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 T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Construction

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Brushed, lacquered aluminium housing covers without acoustic openings, brushed anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in Germany

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Maximum sound pressure level

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)124 dB (300 mW)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Microphone specifications

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless2 × MEMS with ENC; omnidirectional; 20–20,000 Hz; −26 dBV at 1 kHz; flip-to-mute

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Operating temperature

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless−10 to +50 °C

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Platform compatibility

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessPC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

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

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data

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

Power handling capacity

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)300 mW

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Rated sensitivity

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)100 dB SPL (1 mW)

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · Nominal sound pressure level per 1 mW.

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Serviceability

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessUser-replaceable battery

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data

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

Certification

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Hi-Res Audio certified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessNot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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.

Wireless range

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wirelessHeadset 20 m; dongle 8 m

Sources

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

No source recorded for this side.

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)

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

1 shared field has 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

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

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 T5 (3rd generation)

What it brings

beyerdynamic recommends the closed-back T5 for noisier environments, saying ambient noise is reduced and sound does not leak out; the open T1 is its alternative for quiet rooms.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
At 32 ohms with a rated 100 dB SPL at 1 mW, beyerdynamic says it can be connected easily to mobile devices as well as stationary amplifiers.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The double-sided cable detaches, balanced XLR and 2.5 mm cables are offered as accessories, and a hardcase is included.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Beyerdynamic attributes noise reduction to the closed-back construction but publishes no attenuation figure.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The supplied cable is 1.4 m; the 3 m cable is a separate accessory. It weighs 360 g without the cable and is listed without a remote.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

What it brings

Active noise cancellation with an adjustable level in the beyerdynamic app, alongside EQ presets, sidetone and voice-prompt settings that are stored in the headset.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Two wireless paths — Bluetooth 6.0 with LC3 and a low-latency USB-C dongle — and the battery can be replaced by the user.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The boom microphone mutes when flipped up and uses ENC to suppress keyboard and mouse noise.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Xbox is not among the listed compatible platforms, and no analogue audio cable is in the box even though an analogue connection is listed.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
beyerdynamic gives the 60-hour battery figure without saying whether ANC is on, and publishes no ANC attenuation figure.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify

Differences only

33 of 33 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) and Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless
Specification	Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)	Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless

Wearing styleDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired headphones	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with boom microphone
Acoustic design Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Closed-back	Closed-back
Weight without cableDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable. beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) 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)	360 g	320 g
Headband pressure Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	Approx. 4 N	Not provided
EarpadsDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Protein-coated leatherette with memory foam; replaceable	Velour with memory foam
Construction Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	Brushed, lacquered aluminium housing covers without acoustic openings, brushed anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in Germany	Not provided
Serviceability Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data	Not provided	User-replaceable battery

Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification · A 3 m cable with screwed 6.35 mm adapter and balanced cables (4-pin XLR, 3 m; 4-pole 2.5 mm jack, 1.4 m) are listed as separately sold accessories. beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) 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 data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Wired; detachable double-sided 1.4 m textile-braided cable with OCC7N copper conductors, gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack and plug-in 6.35 mm adapter	Wireless: Bluetooth 6.0 and a low-latency USB-C dongle; USB audio over USB-C; beyerdynamic also lists an analogue connection
Supplied plug and adapter Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	Gold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with plug-in 6.35 mm adapter	Not provided
Cable arrangement Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	Detachable, double-sided cable	Not provided
Cable length Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	1.4 m	Not provided
Battery life Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or that no battery is required for operation. A wired/dynamic audio path, omitted charger or Battery included N is not an explicit operating-power requirement. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) 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 data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not listed by the manufacturer	Up to 60 hours
Bluetooth version and profiles Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	Bluetooth 6.0; A2DP, HFP
Bluetooth codecs Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	AAC, SBC, LC3
Low-latency link Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	Low-latency USB-C dongle for devices with a USB connection; the dongle can be stored in the ear cup
Wireless range Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. 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)	Not provided	Headset 20 m; dongle 8 m
Charging Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C. beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	USB-C; can be used while charging
Platform compatibility Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification · Xbox is not listed in the compatibility entries. beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data	Not provided	PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android

Driver constructionDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification · Driver diameter is not published in the sources read. beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Tilted dynamic Tesla transducers, individually measured and matched in pairs	40 mm dynamic drivers
Rated frequency rangeDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	5–50,000 Hz	20–20,000 Hz
Nominal impedance Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic says the Tesla transducers of the 3rd-generation T1/T5 were optimised to 32 ohms for stationary amplifiers and mobile players alike. beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	32 ohm	Not provided
Rated sensitivity Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification · Nominal sound pressure level per 1 mW. beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	100 dB SPL (1 mW)	Not provided
Rated total harmonic distortion Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	<0.05% (2 kHz / 1 mW)	Not provided
Power handling capacity Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	300 mW	Not provided
Maximum sound pressure level Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	124 dB (300 mW)	Not provided
Certification Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless No source recorded.	Hi-Res Audio certified	Not provided
Driver diameter Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	40 mm

Microphone Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish microphone absence. Omission from a package or technical inventory, a stereo audio connector, and a without-remote statement do not establish microphone=false. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) 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 data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not listed by the manufacturer	Yes
Active noise cancellation Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation absence. Preserve separately sourced acoustic design and passive attenuation; they cannot turn omitted ANC into a false capability. · Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) 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 data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not listed by the manufacturer	Yes
Microphone specifications Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	2 × MEMS with ENC; omnidirectional; 20–20,000 Hz; −26 dBV at 1 kHz; flip-to-mute

App features Sources Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	beyerdynamic 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 T5 (3rd generation) Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20) Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	T5 headphones, 1.4 m connection cable with three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack, 3.5 mm/6.35 mm stereo jack adapter, hardcase	Headset, 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 T5 (3rd generation) No source recorded. Beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic MMX 230 wireless — English specification sheet (E1, 12.25)	Not provided	−10 to +50 °C

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