beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Black Edition vs Philips SHP9600

What DT 990 PRO Black Edition does better (1) and where SHP9600 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

1 advantage≈ $170

Philips · 2021SHP9600

0 advantages≈ $170

4.0Noise control & calls4.0

Why is DT 990 PRO Black Edition better than SHP9600?

SHP9600 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Only differences	beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Black Edition≈ $170	Philips SHP9600≈ $170
Sound
Fit	Over-ear	Over-ear
Ear cup design	Open-back	Open-back
Driver type	Dynamic	Dynamic
Driver size	—	50 mm
Lowest frequency	5 Hz	12 Hz
Highest frequency	35,000 Hz	35,000 Hz
Impedance	80 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	96 dB	101 dB
Noise control
Active noise cancelling	No	No
Battery & charging
Charging time	—	3.5 h
Connectivity
Wireless	No	No
3.5 mm jack / AUX	Yes	Yes
Design & build
Weight	290 g	—
Colours	Silver	Black