Razer Thresher vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Thresher and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. 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

Razer Thresher vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - 7.1 channel - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 21.4 cm -
Width 19.6 cm -
Depth 10.48 cm -
Weight 408 g -
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use Game console Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m 6 m Razer Thresher have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY Razer Thresher 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)
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Thresher are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode 7.1 channel surround Stereo
Built-in Decoders Dolby Headphone -
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Razer Thresher offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer Thresher have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
Microphone Features Retractable microphone Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headphones cable - L shaped -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 16 hours 20 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the Razer Thresher.
Charging Time 4 hours -
CONNECTIONS Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Thresher SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories USB dongle USB charging cable
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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