Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and JBL Quantum 600. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless | |
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| Weight | - | 346 g | |
| Colour | Black | Black | |
| Earpad Material | Cloth | Memory foam | |
| Headband Material | Steel | - | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | - | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| 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 | - | DTS Headphone:X 2.0, QuantumSURROUND | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 40000 Hz | JBL Quantum 600 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Max Input Power | - | 30 mW | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | 100 dB | JBL Quantum 600 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | - | 97 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | JBL Quantum 600 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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| 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 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | - |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Cable Type | - | Audio cable USB-C to USB-A cable |
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| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Features | - | QuantumSOUND Signature | |
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| Additional Functions | - | LED backlight |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Handset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 1300 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 14 hour(s) | SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Quantum 600. |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
| WIRELESS LINK | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Modulation Type | - | DQPSK |
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| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | JBL Quantum 600 |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Wind shield, USB dongle | |
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| Software Included | - | JBL Quantum Engine | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |