SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 vs. JBL Quantum 360X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 and JBL Quantum 360X. 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 Nova 3 vs. JBL Quantum 360X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB-C Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 253 g 253 g Both headphones are equally heavy.
Colour - Black
Body Material Memory foam, airweave -
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, computer
Gaming Yes -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 360° Spatial Audio QuantumSOUND Signature
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 360X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 1% -
Sensitivity 93 dB 115 dB JBL Quantum 360X have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Impedance 36 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Omni-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes - SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 8000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than JBL Quantum 360X.
Sensitivity -38 dB -
Microphone Features Retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Cable Type USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio / USB adapter
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1 m
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Features ComfortMax System -
Additional Functions RGB lighting -
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Battery Type - Handset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 500 mAh
Battery Life - 22 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (Bluetooth connection): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 5 min charge): up to 1 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Modulation Type - GFSK
Radio Frequency Range - 2.402 - 2.480GHz
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Connector Type USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
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OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 JBL Quantum 360X
Included Accessories - Wind shield, USB dongle
Software Included - JBL Quantum Engine
Supported Host Device OS Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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