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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | SteelSeries Arctis 7x |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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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 |
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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 | SteelSeries Arctis 7x |
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Cable Type | - | Charging cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable USB-C to USB-A adapter - detachable |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | SteelSeries Arctis 7x |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | - |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | SteelSeries Arctis 7x |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Wireless transmitter | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |