Detailed comparison and review of ASTRO A40 TR and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. 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 | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 9.5 cm | - | |
Width | 19.7 cm | - | |
Depth | 20.32 cm | - | |
Weight | 369 g | - | |
Colour | Black, blue | Black | Black, red | White | Black, olive | Navy, crimson | Black | |
Earpad Material | Synthetic leather | Cloth | |
Headband Material | - | Steel | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 6 m |
SOUND QUALITY | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Open | - | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 4.1 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | ASTRO A40 TR are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Built-in Decoders | MixAmp Dolby Digital | - | |
Sound Effects | 7.1 Channel Dolby Headphone Surround Sound | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 24000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | ASTRO A40 TR offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.1% | <3% | ASTRO A40 TR have lower total harmonic distortion than ASTRO A40 TR. |
Sensitivity | - | 98 dB | |
Impedance | 48 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Bi-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 10000 Hz | |
Audio Input Details | Uni-directional | - | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Microphone Features | - | Mute function, retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Controls | Volume | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset |
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CABLE | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable - 2 m Audio splitter - 1.5 m |
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Cable Length | 2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | - | 20 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 5-pole) | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | ASTRO A40 TR | SteelSeries Arctis 9X |
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Bundled with | Astro MixAmp Pro TR | - | |
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Included Accessories | Detachable microphone, 2 speaker tags | USB charging cable | |
Compatibility | Mac, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year |