Name: Beyerdynamic DT 131
Brand: Beyerdynamic

Technical Specifications of Beyerdynamic DT 131

Overall score

3.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

2.7

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

Calls & Controls

1.2

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

N/A

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

Connectivity

6.2

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

Design

7.3

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Beyerdynamic

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

Beyerdynamic DT 131 vs the average headphone

Why is Beyerdynamic DT 131 better than the average headphone?

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Direct 3.5 mm plug
Beyerdynamic DT 131 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Beyerdynamic DT 131 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
40.4% lower weight
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is lighter than the average headphone (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is lighter than the average headphone (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.130 g vs 218 g
Foldable design
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.
Importance: LOW
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
Open-back design
Beyerdynamic DT 131 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
Beyerdynamic DT 131 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
2.57x cheaper
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is cheaper than the average headphone (£35 vs £90).
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is cheaper than the average headphone (£35 vs £90).£35 vs £90
40.4% lower weight
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is lighter than the average headphone (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Foldable design
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
Open-back design
Beyerdynamic DT 131 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Beyerdynamic DT 131 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.

Why is Beyerdynamic DT 131 worse than the average headphone?

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Fixed cable
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No travel bag
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
No passive noise reduction
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
No neodymium magnet
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
14 dB lower max SPL
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (96 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
Not headset-ready
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
No voice assistant support
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
4 years older release date
Beyerdynamic DT 131 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
February 2013
No passive noise reduction
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
No voice assistant support
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Beyerdynamic DT 131 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
Fixed cable
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
Not headset-ready
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.
Importance: MEDIUM
Beyerdynamic DT 131 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
37.6% lower user score
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.81 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.81 vs 8.000).5.81 vs 8
19.2% worse value for money
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.65 vs 6.736).
What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.65 vs 6.736).5.65 vs 6.74

Third-party reviews

United Kingdom

3.6

27 Reviews

United States

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Beyerdynamic DT 131?

Lightweight design (approx. 200g) making them suitable for travel.
Open-back design provides a clear, natural, and airy soundstage.
Excellent sound detail and separation for the price point.
Highly durable build quality with high-quality plastic that withstands drops.
Low impedance (40 Ohms) makes them easy to drive with portable devices and smartphones.
Good value for money as an entry-level high-fidelity option.

What customers dislike about Beyerdynamic DT 131?

Poor comfort; users report they are hard on the ears and can cause earaches during long sessions.
Lack of sufficient padding or ear tips contributes to the uncomfortable fit.
Weak bass response, which remains thin even with EQ adjustments.
Zero noise isolation due to the open-back nature, making them unsuitable for loud environments.
Non-detachable cable, which limits repairability if the cord is damaged.
Lack of portability features like folding or swivelling mechanisms.

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