SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. JBL Quantum 600

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. JBL Quantum 600 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless
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
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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
Form Factor 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 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Cable Type - Audio cable
USB-C to USB-A cable
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Features - QuantumSOUND Signature
Additional Functions - LED backlight
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Handset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
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
Modulation Type - DQPSK
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 600
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wind shield, USB dongle
Software Included - JBL Quantum Engine
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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