Compare beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset vs Sony Inzone H6 Air

P1 beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset
P2 Sony Inzone H6 Air

Comparison Takeaways

beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset

Where It Has the Edge

  • Sound leakage is 4.5 vs 1.8. Closed-back sound leakage control is praised in one review, especially for subway or shared-space listening.
  • Noise isolation (passive) is 4.3 vs 1.8. Passive isolation is consistently praised for reducing surrounding noise, though one review notes it does not handle droning...
  • Microphone noise reduction is 4.6 vs 3.1. Mic noise reduction is repeatedly praised for suppressing typing, ambient sound, music, and surrounding noise while keeping the...
  • Spatial audio is 4.5 vs 3.1. Spatial presentation is praised in gaming, including PS5 3D audio, immersive soundscapes, and strong spatial awareness.

Sony Inzone H6 Air

Where It Has the Edge

  • Xbox compatibility is 3.0 vs 1.5. Xbox use has a software-settings limitation because the custom settings are unavailable when connecting through the controller.
  • Comfort during long use is 4.9 vs 4.2. Long-session comfort was one of the strongest points, with reviewers repeatedly saying it stayed comfortable for hours.
  • Weight comfort is 5.0 vs 4.3. The 199g-class weight was repeatedly singled out as a major comfort advantage and one of the lightest experiences...
  • Design and Aesthetics is 4.5 vs 3.8. Reviewers liked the understated Sony styling, calling the headset sharper, streamlined, sleek, and good-looking.
Average score
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.1
Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.8
Android compatibility
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.0

One review treats Android and handheld compatibility as a useful bonus, but only in the broader context of analog/mobile support.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.8

Android compatibility was mixed: one reviewer had no issues, while another lost app/EQ support on Android.

App
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.0

The app is viewed as reasonably useful, mainly because it offers presets, EQ, button settings, sidetone options, and other practical controls.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.0

The app was repeatedly described as basic or underwhelming, with useful EQ/profile access but limited feature depth.

Audio-video sync accuracy
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.8

Low-latency performance is praised subjectively, with one reviewer noticing very little gap between on-screen action and audio.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Bass performance
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.7

Bass is the most split audio trait: some reviewers find it subdued without EQ, while others hear adequate, punchy, or even strong bass.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.2

Bass was generally praised as punchy, controlled, and stronger than expected for open-back headphones, though a few reviewers wanted more sub-bass rumble.

Battery
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
5.0

Battery life earns strong praise in wireless reviews, with reviewers calling it a standout or generous feature beyond long-session needs.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
5.0

The wired design avoids battery-life anxiety entirely, which Wired treated as an immediate advantage.

Bluetooth
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.7

Bluetooth pairing is described as easy and reliable in wireless reviews, including instant pairing and easy Bluetooth use.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Build quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.9

Build quality is generally solid, but reviewers split between sturdy/robust impressions and complaints about plasticky or less premium materials.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

Build quality was mostly praised as sturdy, solid, and premium-feeling despite the low weight, though Wired found the plastic less sturdy.

Built-in DAC and hi-res playback
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
No score yet
Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.5

The included DAC was appreciated for avoiding extra gear, but one reviewer found the USB box brought no meaningful console improvement.

Button control usability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.8

Controls are praised for simple volume, mute, and mode access, but criticized when the wheel feels clicky or loses function over 3.5mm.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.7

Control usability was mixed: the mute control drew praise, but the volume wheel and lack of mute cues drew criticism.

Cable quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.0

Cable impressions are mixed: the long/braided USB cable is praised, while one reviewer disliked cable noise from rubbing on clothing.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.5

The cable was considered usable but polarizing, with multiple reviewers calling it very long and one saying that length is useful for PC setups.

Charging
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Fast charging is treated as useful in wireless reviews, especially for quick top-ups before long sessions.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Clamping force comfort
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.3

Clamp force is usually praised as secure and comfortable, though one long-use review found it a bit tight.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.8

Clamp comfort was praised because the headset rests lightly with low side pressure rather than squeezing the head.

Comfort during long use
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.2

Comfort is a major strength for most reviewers, but two reviews warn that the round/shallow cups can become uncomfortable over longer sessions.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.9

Long-session comfort was one of the strongest points, with reviewers repeatedly saying it stayed comfortable for hours.

Connectivity versatility
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.6

Connectivity is versatile across USB, 3.5mm, Bluetooth, and dongle use, but reviews repeatedly note that some features depend on USB or platform.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.5

Connectivity versatility was a tradeoff: wired simplicity and broad device support helped, but desk tethering and app limits reduced flexibility.

Console compatibility limitations
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
2.8

Console support is a notable caveat: PlayStation is more workable than Xbox, and one review warns that analog console volume is too low.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
2.5

One console test found the USB audio box and microphone behavior on PlayStation could be unreliable.

Design and Aesthetics
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.8

Design is polarizing, with some reviewers liking the subdued or two-tone look while another found it too gamer-styled for everyday use.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

Reviewers liked the understated Sony styling, calling the headset sharper, streamlined, sleek, and good-looking.

Detachable cable convenience
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.3

Detachable cable convenience is mixed because the removable cords help flexibility, but the short analog cable is criticized as less useful.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Detachable microphone convenience
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

The detachable mic is consistently treated as useful, especially for streamlining the headset or positioning the boom exactly where needed.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

The detachable mic adds lifestyle flexibility because it can be removed for normal headphone-style use.

Dongle
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.7

The low-latency dongle is praised for reliable pairing and gaming-focused wireless use.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.3

The USB audio box was useful for saving settings, but one reviewer found it added little practical improvement on console.

Ear cup padding quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Padding is widely praised as plush and soft, but one reviewer with larger ears criticized the earcups as too small and shallow.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.4

Earpad impressions were mostly positive for softness and plushness, though SoundGuys found the cloth texture a little rough.

Ear cup swivel/rotation range
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.0

Earcup movement is limited but useful: reviewers note tilt rather than swivel, and the tilt helps fit and positioning.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

The rotating earcups helped reduce pressure and added flexibility, with reviewers noting full swivel or rotation.

Earpad replacement ease
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
No score yet
Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

One reviewer found the earpads snapped back into place cleanly after removal.

Equalizer customization
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.4

EQ support is mixed: wireless app EQ is useful, bass may need EQ, and the older wired review criticized the lack of software EQ.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.3

EQ customization was useful but limited, with reviewers noting custom presets while also criticizing the lack of deeper band and Q-value control.

Fit/seal reliability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Fit and seal are praised where discussed, with reviewers noting easy sealing, snug earpads, and stable fit.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.3

Fit reliability was generally positive, with reviewers saying adjustment quirks did not hurt fit and that the headset fit comfortably without strong side pressure.

Footstep sound level scaling feature
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

The Shooter preset is praised for making gunshots and footsteps more distinct, helping competitive awareness.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Frequency response accuracy
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Frequency response is praised by one reviewer as balanced and accurate, though other reviews criticize specific bass and treble tradeoffs.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

SoundGuys' review and video both said the tuning followed its preference curve closely, with some sub-bass and upper-treble dips.

Headband adjustability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Headband adjustment is consistently praised as easy, practical, and broad enough for different head sizes.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.9

Headband adjustment was generally flexible and comfortable, but SoundGuys and Trusted Reviews noted precision and notch visibility issues.

Included accessories
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
No score yet
Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
2.7

Included accessories were adequate but incomplete for some setups, with reviewers wishing for split 3.5mm or USB-A adapters.

Instrument separation
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Instrument and effect separation is praised, with reviewers describing clear distinction between channels, instruments, dialogue, and game sounds.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

Instrument separation was often strong, especially for music, but one reviewer found dense battle scenes required more effort to parse.

Maximum volume clarity
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
No score yet
Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

One reviewer specifically noted that the headset avoided noticeable sibilance even with the volume cranked.

Microphone
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Microphone quality is one of the strongest themes, ranging from decent to exceptional, with several reviewers calling it unusually good for a headset.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

The boom microphone was broadly well liked, often described as clear, natural, warm, or better than typical headset mics.

Microphone noise reduction
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.6

Mic noise reduction is repeatedly praised for suppressing typing, ambient sound, music, and surrounding noise while keeping the voice clear.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.1

Microphone noise handling was mixed: some reviews praised decent rejection, while others said it picked up environmental noise easily.

Microphone quality for calls
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.6

Call and voice-chat usefulness is praised where discussed, including understandable chat, Zoom use, and positive reactions from other listeners.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.7

Voice pickup was generally intelligible and clear, but plosives and some annoyance kept it from being flawless.

Midrange clarity
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Midrange clarity is a strength, with reviewers praising clear vocals, defined mids, and natural vocal reproduction.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.5

Midrange was described as clear, rich, and dialogue-friendly, with vocals and game dialogue staying easy to hear.

Multi-platform compatibility
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.9

Multi-platform support is useful but uneven: one review calls it a good all-rounder, while another says it is really best for PC-first buyers.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.2

Multi-platform compatibility was strong across PC, Mac, PlayStation, mobile, Xbox, and Switch use cases in reviewer testing.

Multipoint connectivity reliability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Multipoint is praised in one wireless review because it prevented the reviewer from needing to switch devices.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Noise isolation (passive)
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.3

Passive isolation is consistently praised for reducing surrounding noise, though one review notes it does not handle droning noise like ANC.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
1.8

Passive isolation was the clearest weakness: reviewers said the open-back design lets background noise pass through and requires a quiet room.

Portability/foldability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.2

Portability is lightly positive in one review where the headset replaced the reviewer’s usual carry headphones.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.8

Portability was modest: folding flat helps stowage, but the wired open-back design limits travel usefulness.

Positional audio accuracy
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Positional audio is a major strength, with reviewers repeatedly praising accurate direction, footstep detection, and spatial placement in games.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.4

Positional audio was a standout strength, with reviewers praising natural spatial cues, precise imaging, and easy footstep tracking.

Preset EQ profile quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.2

Preset EQ profiles are viewed as effective but subtle, especially for shooters and action games.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.0

Preset quality was mixed in TechRadar's testing: the RPG profile stood out, but bass boost was described as unlistenable.

Replaceable earpads
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Replaceable ear pads and other parts are praised as value-preserving, repair-friendly features.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

Replaceable earpads were present, though the reviewer mainly emphasized that the stock pads were good enough not to swap.

Sidetone adjustment quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.1

Sidetone/augmented voice monitoring is mixed: convenient in wired USB use, but the wireless Sidetone mode is criticized for hiss.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
2.3

Sidetone was weakly received: reviewers either suggested turning it off or wanted more mic-control options than sidetone volume.

Software/setup simplicity
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.1

Setup simplicity is praised in wired reviews because the headset works without extra software and can be used out of the gate.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

Setup was simple overall, with no account or app required for basic use, but software-stored settings had some restrictions.

Sound leakage
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Closed-back sound leakage control is praised in one review, especially for subway or shared-space listening.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
1.8

Sound leakage was repeatedly flagged as a major open-back drawback, with reviewers saying sound clearly leaks in and out.

Sound quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.4

Overall sound quality is praised across reviews for clarity, richness, immersion, and balanced fundamentals, though bass and treble are common tradeoffs.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.8

Reviewers consistently praised the H6 Air's audio as unusually clear, natural, detailed, and excellent for both gaming and music.

Soundstage width
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.7

Soundstage is praised as wide, layered, and immersive, with strong depth for games and spatial scenes.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.9

The open-back design repeatedly earned praise for a wide, immersive soundstage that made games and music feel more spacious.

Spatial audio
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Spatial presentation is praised in gaming, including PS5 3D audio, immersive soundscapes, and strong spatial awareness.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.1

Spatial audio evidence was split: some surround modes and profiles helped immersion, while Sony's 360 mode was criticized by several reviewers.

Stability
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.2

Stability is praised where discussed, with reviewers saying the headset stays positioned securely during movement.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

The rougher cloth pad material was credited with helping the headset stay put rather than slide around.

Transparency mode quality
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.0

Transparency/augmented mode is useful in several reviews, but one wireless review strongly criticizes hiss in the mic transparency implementation.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Treble clarity
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.5

Treble impressions are mixed: one reviewer hears distracting harshness/distortion, while another finds the highs natural and non-fatiguing.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
4.0

Treble was mostly clear and crisp without harshness, though SoundGuys noted the upper treble could lack some brilliance.

USB-C
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.1

USB-C/USB use is generally the best-supported mode, unlocking features and better platform behavior, though that dependence limits analog use.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.8

USB-C support worked well as a connection option, though one reviewer wished Sony had also included USB-A compatibility.

Value for money
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
3.9

Value is mixed: reviewers praise the balance of comfort, mic, and sound, but several note pricing pressure or cheaper alternatives.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.9

Value was mixed-positive: reviewers called it pricey for wired gear but often justified the cost with comfort, audio quality, or studio-driver value.

Volume output
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
2.0

Volume output is criticized on analog controller connections, where one reviewer found console volume too low for immersion.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Weight comfort
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.3

Low weight is consistently praised as helping comfort, with reviewers repeatedly describing the headset as light or not heavy.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
5.0

The 199g-class weight was repeatedly singled out as a major comfort advantage and one of the lightest experiences reviewers had tested.

Wireless latency
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
4.5

Wireless latency is praised subjectively through the dongle, with reviewers noting low-latency claims and little perceived audio/video gap.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
No score yet
Xbox compatibility
Product 1: beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless Over-Ear...
1.5

Xbox compatibility is a serious limitation in one review, especially because USB was not recognized and analog volume was too low.

Product 2: Sony Inzone H6 Air
3.0

Xbox use has a software-settings limitation because the custom settings are unavailable when connecting through the controller.