Razer Nari Essential vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Nari Essential and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Nari Essential vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam Cloth
Headband Material Aluminium Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m 6 m Razer Nari Essential have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Nari Essential.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 107 dB 98 dB Razer Nari Essential have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 6500 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Nari Essential.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 50 dB -
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Mute, volume Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type Rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 16 hour(s) 20 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the Razer Nari Essential.
CONNECTIONS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type USB Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories - USB charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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