Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series - Gaming
Weight 310 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Foam -
Headband Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.1 Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Pure Digital Drive -
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 3%
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 98 dB SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth.
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Sensitivity -44 dB -48 dB
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m Headset cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Headphones extension cable - detachable - 3 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Handset battery
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 28 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Connector Type - Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth
Included Accessories Hard case 2 x 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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