beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back: At a Glance
Priced at $379.99, the beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back is Beyerdynamic's entry in the gaming headsets category. With 316 buyers rating it at 4.0 stars, it currently sits at #34 of 40 in our rankings. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
Fit and Build
Headsets live or die on long-session comfort. Most users find them comfortable, though glasses-wearers and those with larger heads sometimes report pressure after a couple of hours.
Buyers specifically call out: "Premium build quality".
One feature owners single out about the beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back: "Detachable microphone".
Specifications
- Brand: Beyerdynamic
- Price: $379.99 (well above the $130.00 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.0 of 5.0
- Reviews: 316
- Category rank: #34 of 40 in gaming headsets
- Cheaper in category: 38 products
- Higher-rated in category: 36 products
- More-reviewed in category: 31 products
Owner Reports
A 4.0-star average from 316 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- Open-back soundstage
- Detachable microphone
- Premium build quality
Common complaints:
- Premium price
- No wireless option
For context, the average rating in the gaming headsets category is 4.3 stars, so this one is rated below typical.
What Else to Consider
At $379.99, the beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back sits well above the $130.00 category average. 38 options are cheaper and 1 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Razer BlackShark V2 X ($29.99, 4.4★, 27,490 reviews). It's $350.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Most-reviewed alternatives (more buyer data):
- Razer BlackShark V2 X - $29.99, 4.4★ (27,490 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Logitech G733 Lightspeed - $119.99, 4.4★ (19,438 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Logitech G733 Wireless Gaming Headset - $99.99, 4.3★ (19,211 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the AOC GH200 Gaming Headset at 4.7★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the WIRWTRU S30 Wired Gaming Headset at $16.99.
The Buy/Skip Call
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (open-back soundstage or detachable microphone), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Open-back soundstage
- Detachable microphone
- Premium build quality
Cons:
- Premium price
- No wireless option
Final Take
6.1/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.