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Beyerdynamic DT 131 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Form factor:on-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Beyerdynamic DT 131 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Beyerdynamic DT 131
5.1/10

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

80%

4.8

Technical score

20%

6.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 95% of headphones
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 89%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.8

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.3

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 96%
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 95%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Beyerdynamic DT 131

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.8

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.3

Calls & Controls

4.8
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
4.4/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Popularity:
Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a popularity score of 4.4 points, which is lower than that of 63.4% of products in this category.
4.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.6
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
?
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Beyerdynamic
Form factor
on-ear
Weight
130 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 130 g, lighter than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
?
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Beyerdynamic DT 131 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 40.4% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (130 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    130 g vs 218 g
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (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
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 25.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
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    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.
    Score distribution
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    Beyerdynamic DT 131
    the average pair of headphones
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.36 vs 8).
    6.36 vs 8
  • 25.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
    ✕
    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.
    Score distribution
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    Beyerdynamic DT 131
    the average pair of headphones
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.36 vs 8).
    6.36 vs 8
  • 10.2% worse value for money
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.6 vs 7.3).
    6.6 vs 7.27
  • 33% less popular
    Beyerdynamic DT 131 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (4.41 vs 5.9).
    4.41 vs 5.87
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No neodymium magnet
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 14 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (96 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    96 dB vs 110 dB
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

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 don't like 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.

Verdict

The Beyerdynamic DT 131 is an entry-level, open-back headphone featuring a supra-aural (on-ear) design tailored for hi-fi and television listening. Technically, it operates with a nominal impedance of 40 Ohms and a frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 18,000 Hz, delivering a sound pressure level of 96 dB. Its main strengths include an extremely lightweight build (approximately 130g without cable) that ensures long-term wearing comfort and a natural, transparent soundstage typical of open-air systems. However, users may find the non-detachable cable limiting for maintenance, and the open-back design provides virtually no noise isolation, making it unsuitable for loud environments or private commuting.

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