There’s a sweet spot for gaming headsets that don’t scream “RGB gamer” but still deliver the goods for long sessions and daily life. Beyerdynamic’s new MMX 150 Wireless aims squarely at that bullseye, and for the most part, it nails it—clean design, killer comfort, excellent staging and imaging, and practical connectivity. But there’s one asterisk you should know about: the bass is far on the lighter side, which trims a lot of the visceral kick in action-heavy games.
The MMX 150 Wireless is listed at $319, which puts it in that “premium but not flagship” bracket—right in between options like the $399 Alienware Pro Wireless Headset and the $279 HyperX Cloud III Wireless. The MMX 150 easily holds its own against the competition and value-wise, it earns its keep with comfort and clarity rather than raw boom.
Let’s start where Beyerdynamic absolutely crushes it: comfort. The velour pads here are a revelation—breathable, plush, and kind to your skin over multi-hour sessions. Compared to the MMX 100, these are a huge step up; I didn’t get that heat or pinching that creeps in overtime with cheaper pads. At 336 grams, the MMX 150 Wireless disappears on your head, which matters when you’re deep into a couple of hours of Cyberpunk 2077 or The Outer Worlds 2. Velour plus low weight, a Fontenelle in the headband, equals zero hotspots, and I found myself wearing them long past the end of my play session simply because they’re that comfortable.
Audio quality is pristine in the mids and highs, with standout staging and imaging. That 40 mm dynamic driver gives you a wide, airy sense of space—footsteps and reloads don’t just exist; they live on a specific shelf in the soundstage you can point to. In shooters like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Battlefield 6, positional cues are excellent with the dongle’s low-latency link; I consistently heard directional movement early enough to react.
The trade-off is bass: it’s present but restrained. Explosions and shotgun blasts don’t slam your ears the way a more V-shaped gaming headset like the Alienware Pro would. If you like your audio “cinematic,” you may miss some of that sub-bass rumble — I know I did. But for competitive play, the restraint is arguably an advantage—you’re not drowning in boom—but the lack of low-end heft takes a little drama out of set pieces.
For story-driven games, though, this tuning shines. Dialogue clarity is superb, ambient detail is rich, and the imaging keeps world-building intact. Night City in Cyberpunk 2077 feels layered—the hum of neon signage, distant chatter, and street-level chaos all separate cleanly. The Outer Worlds 2 leans into its quirky orchestral and environmental palette, and the MMX 150 Wireless renders those textures with a deft touch. It’s a headset that says “see the scene” more than “feel the blast,” which I appreciate on long narrative runs.
The microphone—the detachable META VOICE boom—does its job well. It’s natural-sounding, consistent, and the sidetone option is clutch for keeping your own speech under control without shouting at your squad or your family in the next room. The ability to pull the mic off instantly turns the headset into a clean, everyday over-ear. And the aesthetic gets full marks: arctic white or black, no gamer angles, no RGB confetti, just slick, grown-up design that looks good on a desk and doesn’t make you feel like you’re 16 again.
Build quality is a mixed bag. The MMX 150 Wireless feels solid enough, with sensible materials and great pads, but compared to Beyerdynamic’s MMX 300 Pro, it does feel cheaper—less “studio tank,” more “consumer lightweight.” That said, nothing struck me as fragile, and the design choices seem intentional to keep weight down and comfort up. If you treat your gear like a tool rather than a trophy, I expect it to stand the test of time. Replaceable pads help longevity, and the overall assembly doesn’t creak or groan under normal use.
Connectivity is mostly great. The included low-latency dongle is the right move for gaming, and Bluetooth 5.3 is a welcome addition for daily life—music, podcasts, quick calls. Battery life is frankly excellent; I routinely pushed multiple days of mixed-use without hunting for a cable, and Beyerdynamic’s claim of up to 50 hours feels believable in normal use. You can even charge while listening. Sadly, the MMX 150 doesn’t support simultaneous Bluetooth and 2.4Ghz so you’ll not be able to make phone calls while grinding your battlepass. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s one of those “why can’t you just…” moments that nags at you more than it should.
As for latency, the dongle keeps it snappy—Beyerdynamic quotes 30 ms, and in practice it felt immediate, with no lip-sync issues and snare hits landing right where they should. Bluetooth is fine for casual listening, but if you’re serious about reaction time in Black Ops 7, use the dongle. For everything else—music while knocking out emails, podcasts during a commute, a late-night streaming binge—Bluetooth is convenient and stable.
So who is this for? If you value comfort, clarity, and spatial precision over bass fireworks, the MMX 150 Wireless is easily one of the most balanced, grown-up gaming headsets you can buy around $319. It doubles as stylish daily headphones thanks to that removable mic and understated design, the battery goes forever, and the dongle makes latency a non-issue for competitive play.
If you want sub-bass that rattles your skull, or if multipoint Bluetooth is non-negotiable for your workflow, you’ll be left wanting. Personally, I do wish Beyer had mimicked the excellent sound profile of the MMX 300 Pro but that’s a totally different beast. The MMX 150 Wireless won’t hype your games; it’ll reveal them. But for long sessions in Night City or a weekend shooting spree, the sheer comfort and clarity makes that a trade I can live with.
Beyerdynamic Australia kindly provided the MMX 150 Wireless to PowerUp for the purpose of this review
