WHICH MMX GAMING HEADSET IS RIGTH FOR YOU? COMPARING THE MMX SERIES
Our MMX series has grown once again: following the MMX 150 wireless and MMX 230 wireless, we’re excited to welcome the MMX 100 wireless, the third wireless gaming headset in the MMX lineup.
With this addition, we now cover even more wireless gaming scenarios, from versatile everyday gaming to competitive play.
Whether you’re jumping into a quick session after work, tackling a weekend raid, or gaming on the go, our wireless MMX models help you find the headset that fits your gaming lifestyle. Depending on your needs, you can prioritize flexibility, long-lasting comfort, or maximum performance from your setup.
In addition to our wireless gaming headsets, the series also includes the open-back wired MMX 330 PRO as well as the closed-back wired MMX 300 PRO. Together, these headsets cover a wide range of preferences and use cases.
You’re probably wondering which gaming headset is the right choice for you. In this article, you’ll find out which model best fits your needs.
5 Key Takeaways
👉The gaming headsets in the MMX series are designed for different needs, from flexible entry-level gaming to performance-focused gaming setups.
👉 Wireless models: The MMX 100 wireless is ideal for gaming and everyday use, the MMX 150 wireless offers an expanded feature set, while the MMX 230 wireless is built with gaming performance in mind.
👉Wired models: The MMX 300 PRO (closed-back) delivers detailed, analytical sound, while the MMX 330 PRO (open-back) excels in spacious audio reproduction and precise positional awareness.
👉The low-latency dongle enables wireless gaming with minimal delay. Bluetooth® and wired connections provide additional connectivity options.
👉 Choosing the right model depends on how and where you game: competitive or immersive, at your desk or on the go?
TABLE OF CONTENTS
First things: The Sound
The MMX 100 wireless is our entry point into the world of wireless gaming audio. Its closed-back design helps block out external noise, while the precise tuning, built on decades of studio expertise, delivers accurate positional audio and natural voice reproduction. Footsteps, reloads, and other in-game cues remain easy to pinpoint, while voice chat stays clear and intelligible, making it a great choice for multiplayer, FPS, and RPG titles. And thanks to its detachable META VOICE microphone, the MMX 100 wireless is just as well suited for listening to music throughout the day.
There are also notable differences in the sound tuning between the MMX 150 wireless and the MMX 230 wireless.
The MMX 150 wireless impresses with its versatility. Thanks to its detachable microphone, it’s not only great for gaming but also an excellent choice for enjoying music. Its sound is balanced and detailed, bringing both action-packed games and your favorite tracks to life. The MMX 230 wireless, on the other hand, is specifically optimized for gaming. The focus is on even more precise positional audio, allowing you to pinpoint enemy movements and environmental audio cues with exceptional accuracy. Listening to music is, of course, still part of the experience, but the MMX 230 truly shines when it comes to immersive gaming performance.
The MMX 150 wireless and MMX 230 wireless rely on our specially developed 40 mm drivers for gaming, tuned with the expertise from our professional sound studios – for an intense, authentic audio experience.
The MMX 300 PRO and MMX 330 PRO are purely analog headsets. Both are manufactured at our headquarters in Heilbronn, where we also produce their acoustic drivers. This results in even higher standards of craftsmanship and sound quality. The MMX 300 PRO offers more presence in the high frequencies and a more analytical sound profile. The MMX 330 PRO, with its open-back design, delivers a more restrained bass response – but its spatial sound makes it ideal for pinpointing in-game audio cues.
Both the closed MMX 300 PRO and the open MMX 330 PRO cover a frequency range of 5 – 40,000 Hz. The MMX 150 Wireless and MMX 200 Wireless each transmit a range of 20 – 20,000 Hz.
Both the closed-back version MMX 300 PRO and the open-back version MMX 330 PRO make use of a frequency range from 5 – 40,000 Hz. The MMX 100 wireless, MMX 150 wireless, and MMX 230 wireless each offer a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz.
MMX 100 wireless: Studio-inspired closed-back sound with precise positional audio for focused gaming and everyday use.
MMX 150 wireless: Uses an electret condenser capsule, enabling precise voice transmission with the full frequency spectrum.
MMX 230 wireless: Equipped with a MEMS microphone for clear voice intelligibility, tuned for effective noise suppression (ENC).
MMX 300 PRO: Very spatial and precise sound. Very detailed in the highs and balanced bass.
MMX 330 PRO: Exceptionally spacious, well-balanced sound at studio level. Natural reproduction of low and high frequencies.
MMX 100 wireless: Precise voice transmission and outstanding speech intelligibility for clear team communication in gaming and everyday use.
MMX 150 wireless: Uses an electret condenser capsule, enabling precise voice transmission with the full frequency spectrum.
MMX 230 wireless: Equipped with a MEMS microphone for clear voice intelligibility, tuned for effective environmental noise cancellation (ENC).
MMX 300 PRO: Natural and present voice reproduction with very high speech intelligibility.
MMX 330 PRO: Natural and present voice reproduction with very high speech intelligibility.
Functions and compatibility
All models in the MMX series – except for the open-back MMX 330 PRO – feature a closed-back design. This means that the fully enclosed ear cups provide strong isolation from external noise.
The MMX 100 wireless is built around straightforward flexibility: with Bluetooth®, a low-latency USB dongle, and an analog cable connection, it easily connects to your PC, console, smartphone, or handheld device. The included USB-C dongle keeps latency as low as possible for gaming, while Bluetooth® provides wireless convenience on the go. Volume control, microphone mute, and call management can all be handled directly on the headset.
Practical for extended gaming sessions: the battery delivers more than 80 hours of runtime and can even be charged while in use. A standout feature of both the MMX 150 wireless and MMX 230 wireless is the Sidetone function.
The MMX 150 wireless features a volume control wheel built into the ear cup, equipped with a control function and Light Guide System. All functions are managed through this wheel. The MMX 230 wireless, on the other hand, does not have a wheel but instead offers intuitive +/- controls. On the MMX 300/330 PRO, volume and mute are controlled via the inline cable remote.
All models, except for the MMX 230 wireless, are compatible with PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and other consoles. The MMX 230 wireless is not compatible with Xbox. For the MMX 230 wireless, it should be noted that the Transparency Mode (as well as the control elements) only work via USB, since power is required. All devices and consoles that use the USB standard also support the Transparency Mode.
The MMX 230 wireless also offers a Low Latency Mode. For this, the included USB dongle is connected to the PC or other USB devices to keep latency during gaming as low as possible. This eliminates input lag between audio and video, ensuring the best gaming experience.
Here’s an overview of compatibility and connection options:
MMX 100 wireless: Supported via the included analog cable (connected to the controller)
MMX 150 wireless: Supported via the included analog cable. (connected to the controller – no Low Latency Mode/Hybrid Mode, no mute or volume control)
MMX 300 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin jack plug (on controller)
MMX 330 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin jack plug (on controller)
MMX 100 wireless: Compatible via the included low-latency dongle (connected directly to the device) or the included analog cable (connected to the controller)
MMX 150 wireless: Supported via the included Low Latency dongle (connected to the device) or the included analog cable (connected to the controller). Low Latency Mode, mute, and volume control are only available when using the USB dongle
MMX 230 wireless: Supported via the included Low Latency dongle (on the device). (On the controller – Augmented Mode, Hybrid Mode, Low Latency Mode, as well as mute and volume control are only available via the USB dongle.)
MMX 300 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin jack plug (on controller)
MMX 330 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin jack plug (on controller)
MMX 100 wireless: Supports connection via the included low-latency USB-C dongle, USB-C cable, analog cable, or Bluetooth®.
MMX 150 wireless: Compatible via the included Low Latency dongle (connected to the device) or the included analog cable (connected to the controller). Low Latency Mode, mute, and volume control are only available via the USB dongle
MMX 230 wireless: Supported via the included Low Latency Dongle (on the device). (Augmented Mode, Hybrid Mode, Low Latency Mode, mute and volume control only available through the USB dongle)
MMX 300 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin or 2×3-pin jack plug
MMX 330 PRO: Compatible via 4-pin or 2×3-pin jack plug
The Impedance
The MMX 100 wireless, MMX 150 wireless and MMX 230 wireless both use the same 32-ohm system, making them suitable for use with mobile devices. In contrast, the closed-back MMX 300 PRO gaming headset features a 48-ohm system, which technically differs from the systems used in the other models. The open-back MMX 330 PRO also comes equipped with the 48-ohm system.
Design and features
The MMX 100 wireless is available in Black and Arctic White and features soft velour ear pads. Weighing just 275 grams, it is one of the lightest headsets in the series and remains comfortable to wear even during long gaming sessions. Both the META VOICE microphone and the cables are detachable. Durability was a key focus during development: Robust metal joints, a replaceable battery, and exchangeable ear and headband pads ensure that this headset stays by your side well beyond your next gaming session.
The base model of the MMX 300 PRO comes in black with velour ear pads. The ear cups can even be printed with a custom design. The MMX 150 wireless and the MMX 230 wireless are available in Black and Arctic White and also come equipped with velour ear pads. The microphone and cable are detachable from the headphones on both models.
Both the MMX 150 wireless and the MMX 230 wireless feature a slightly revised ear pad design. The comfortable velour ear pads provide maximum wearing comfort during gaming. When choosing your gaming headset and the right ear pads, your individual preferences naturally take center stage.
With our MMX series, our gaming headsets adapt not only through their design but also through the choice of ear pad materials to meet your individual needs.
What’s in the box
- MMX 100 wireless: Headset with detachable META VOICE microphone and pop filter,
USB-C wireless dongle,
1.8 m USB-C cable,
1.8 m 3.5 mm to USB-C cable,
USB-A to USB-C adapter - MMX 150 wireless: Headset with detachable cable and microphone,
Low Latency USB-C dongle USB-A to USB-C adapter,
1.8 m USB-C cable,
1.8 m USB-C to 3.5 mm jack cable - MMX 230 wireless: Wireless headset with detachable cable and microphone boom,
2.4 m USB-C to USB-A cable
Dongle (Low Latency Wireless Adapter) - MMX 300 PRO: Headset,
PC cable (2.5 m) & console adapter,
Pop filter - MMX 330 PRO: Headset,
PC cable (2.5 m) & console adapter,
Pop filter
Conclusion
All five headsets in the series are designed for different use cases. Before making your choice, consider how and where you plan to use your new gaming headset. Looking for an easy entry into wireless gaming with precise sound, long battery life, and a headset that also accompanies you while listening to music and throughout everyday life? Then the MMX 100 wireless is the perfect choice for you. If you’re looking for a versatile model and don’t want to compromise on features, take a closer look at the MMX 150 wireless.
If you’re already a pro gamer and use your headset daily, the powerful MMX 230 wireless gaming headset could be the right choice for you. If you value more treble presence and a particularly analytical sound, be sure to check out the MMX 300 PRO, manufactured in Heilbronn. If you want to always stay one step ahead in the game and actively perceive ambient sounds, the MMX 330 PRO is worth a look. And if you prefer to go without cables, the MMX 150 wireless is your best option—thanks to the dongle, you can also play wirelessly with the lowest latency.
