JBL Quantum 100X vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of JBL Quantum 100X and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

JBL Quantum 100X vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 20.7 cm -
Width 14.2 cm -
Depth 7 cm -
Weight 220 g -
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Memory foam AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound, QuantumSOUND Signature 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 100X.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 93 dB JBL Quantum 100X have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz JBL Quantum 100X offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Sensitivity -42 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Microphone Features Mute function Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Mute, volume Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type Headset cable - angled - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS JBL Quantum 100X SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories Wind shield Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility Mac, Windows Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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