On-Ear
Beyerdynamic DT 1350
64Good
$280
Full review dataBeyerdynamic DT 1350 vs Grado GW100x: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Grado GW100x comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 76. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Grado GW100x - Great overall at around $275.
On-Ear
Grado GW100x
76Great
$280
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Grado GW100x leads on 6 of 6 measures.
- Beyerdynamic DT 1350
- Grado GW100x
HearWiki score
64
76
Sound
8.4
8.8
Battery
-
9.0
Calls
-
7.5
Value
-
7.2
Price (USD)
$280
$280
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
The Grado GW100x is 10 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Grado GW100x adds USB-C. For 10 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- DT 13502012
- GW100x202210 yr newer
What differsDT 1350GW100x
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
Everyday features
Specifications
DT 1350GW100x
- Type
- On-Ear
- On-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $280
- $280
- HearWiki score
- 64
- 76
- Released
- 2012
- 2022
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 40 mm dynamic
- 44 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 40 mm
- 44 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 80 Ω
- 38 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 99.8 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.2
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- Yes
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- -
- 46 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 120 min
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- -
- none
- Transparency mode
- -
- No
- Companion app
- -
- No
- Custom EQ
- -
- No
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- none
- touch
- Weight
- 174 g
- 188 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- Foldable
- Yes
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 3.5 mm
- Microphones
- -
- 1
- Mic sensitivity
- -
- -42 dBV
What reviewers said
Beyerdynamic DT 1350
The Beyerdynamic DT 1350 is a wired, closed-back on-ear headphone designed for portable use, offering a balanced and controlled sound signature with notable bass impact and strong isolation. Its foldable build and detachable cable add practicality, while its 80-ohm impedance suits dedicated audio gear. Praised for its build quality and monitoring-oriented performance, it stands as a capable contender in its price class.
- Pro:Excellent build quality
- Pro:Strong bass impact and clarity
- Pro:Good passive noise isolation
- Con:Requires ample power due to 80-ohm impedance
- Con:On-ear fit may not suit all listeners
- Con:No built-in controls or mic
Grado GW100x
The Grado GW100x are open-back wireless on-ear headphones that prioritize audiophile-grade sound over extra features. With large 44mm drivers, long battery life, and support for aptX Adaptive, they deliver a detailed and lively listening experience. The design is minimal, lacking ANC and app support, but the comfortable, lightweight build makes them a solid choice for purists who value sound quality above all.
- Pro:Excellent audio detail and open-back soundstage
- Pro:Long battery life of up to 46 hours
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Lacks app support and custom EQ
- Con:Feature set is very basic for the price
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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