SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. ASUS ROG Delta S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and ASUS ROG Delta S. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. ASUS ROG Delta S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB, USB-C
Height - 25.8 cm
Width - 22 cm
Depth - 11.5 cm
Weight - 300 g
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable - Yes ASUS ROG Delta S can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology 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 - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz ASUS ROG Delta S offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm ASUS ROG Delta S have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -40 dB
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, microphone on/mute, light on/off
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Cable Type - USB cable - 1 m
USB-C cable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A adapter
Cable Length - 1.5 m
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Additional Functions - Adjustable RGB lighting, quad DAC
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (USB Type-C)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Delta S
Included Accessories USB charging cable 2 ear cushions, USB-C to USB-A cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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