SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. SteelSeries Arctis 7x

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and SteelSeries Arctis 7x. 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. SteelSeries Arctis 7x Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C
Colour Black -
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel Steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m 12 m SteelSeries Arctis 7x have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
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
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 7x.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% <3% Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion.
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 98 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis 7x microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 7x.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Cable Type - Charging cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A adapter - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 24 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 7x lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wireless transmitter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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