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Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) vs Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

717924 · 3rd generation · 32 ohm · wired

beyerdynamic T1 third-generation open-back headphones with perforated ear-cup covers and double-sided cable
Exact model & source notes

The T1 (3rd generation, article 717924) is beyerdynamic's open-back, around-ear high-end wired headphone for home listening. It uses tilted Tesla dynamic transducers matched in pairs at 32 ohms, a detachable double-sided 3 m OCC7N copper cable, replaceable velour ear pads with memory foam, and stainless-steel covers with anodised aluminium yokes. 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
WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the T1 (3rd generation) for

  • An open-back design
  • Longer stated cable length: 3 m vs 1.4 m

Choose the T5 (3rd generation) for

  • A closed-back design
Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.
See the 9 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

717789 · 3rd generation · 32 ohm · wired

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

T1 (3rd generation) UK & US retailers

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T5 (3rd generation) UK & US retailers

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE8 topics

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SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 08

Cable length

Manufacturer-stated cable length. Check whether it is straight or coiled and whether the cable detaches; equal length does not mean an identical connection.

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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 ↓

9 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Acoustic design

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Open-back
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Closed-back
Sources

Wired / wireless connections

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Wired; detachable double-sided 3 m textile-covered cable with OCC7N copper conductors, gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack and screw-on 6.35 mm adapter
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
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · Balanced cables (4-pin XLR, 3 m; 4-pole 2.5 mm jack, 1.4 m) and a 1.4 m cable are listed as separately sold accessories.

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Cable length

In Visual facts
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)3 m
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)1.4 m
Sources

Supplied plug and adapter

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Gold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with screw-on 6.35 mm adapter
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Gold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with plug-in 6.35 mm adapter
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Wearing style

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Over-ear (circumaural), open-back wired headphones
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired headphones
Sources

Rated total harmonic distortion

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)<0.05% (800 Hz / 1 mW)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)<0.05% (2 kHz / 1 mW)
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

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

These published limits can use different input voltages, loudness levels and standards. They cannot establish lower distortion in matched listening conditions.

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Earpads

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Breathable velour with memory foam; replaceable
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Protein-coated leatherette with memory foam; replaceable
Sources

In the box

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)T1 headphones, 3 m connection cable with three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack, 3.5 mm/6.35 mm stereo jack adapter, hardcase
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
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Construction

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Lacquered stainless-steel housing covers, brushed and anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in Germany
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Brushed, lacquered aluminium housing covers without acoustic openings, brushed anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in Germany
Sources
Missing or non-comparable evidence (3)

Active noise cancellation

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Not verified
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

Microphone

In Visual facts
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Not verified
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

Battery life

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Not verified
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)Not verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)

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

10 shared fields have the same recorded value.

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FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

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YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

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YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

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WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

What it brings

What to check

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

What it brings

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
22 of 22 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) and Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)
SpecificationBeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)
Over-ear (circumaural), open-back wired headphonesOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired headphones
Open-backClosed-back
Weight without cable
Sources
360 g360 g
Headband pressure
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Approx. 4 NApprox. 4 N
Breathable velour with memory foam; replaceableProtein-coated leatherette with memory foam; replaceable
Lacquered stainless-steel housing covers, brushed and anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in GermanyBrushed, lacquered aluminium housing covers without acoustic openings, brushed anodised aluminium yokes, Alcantara; handmade in Germany
Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · Balanced cables (4-pin XLR, 3 m; 4-pole 2.5 mm jack, 1.4 m) and a 1.4 m cable are listed as separately sold accessories.

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Wired; detachable double-sided 3 m textile-covered cable with OCC7N copper conductors, gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack and screw-on 6.35 mm adapterWired; 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
Supplied plug and adapterDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Gold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with screw-on 6.35 mm adapterGold-plated three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack with plug-in 6.35 mm adapter
Detachable, double-sided cableDetachable, double-sided cable
3 m1.4 m
Driver construction
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

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

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

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

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Tilted dynamic Tesla transducers, individually measured and matched in pairsTilted dynamic Tesla transducers, individually measured and matched in pairs
5–50,000 Hz5–50,000 Hz
Nominal impedance
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic notes the 1st and 2nd generation T1 were 600 ohms and says this 32-ohm version needs no special headphone amplifier.

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
32 ohm32 ohm
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
100 dB SPL (1 mW)100 dB SPL (1 mW)
Rated total harmonic distortionDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
<0.05% (800 Hz / 1 mW)<0.05% (2 kHz / 1 mW)
Power handling capacity
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
300 mW300 mW
Maximum sound pressure level
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
124 dB (300 mW)124 dB (300 mW)
Hi-Res Audio certifiedHi-Res Audio certified
In the boxDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation)

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
T1 headphones, 3 m connection cable with three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack, 3.5 mm/6.35 mm stereo jack adapter, hardcaseT5 headphones, 1.4 m connection cable with three-pole 3.5 mm stereo jack, 3.5 mm/6.35 mm stereo jack adapter, hardcase
Show unverified (3)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
Microphone
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
Active noise cancellation
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
Battery life
Sources
Beyerdynamic T1 (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 T1 (3rd generation) — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (E5, 08.20)
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 databeyerdynamic T5 (3rd generation) — English specification sheet (08.20)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
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