Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. 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 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 310 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Foam Cloth
Headband Material Leather Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 6 m Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
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 9X.
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 -
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 98 dB SteelSeries Arctis 9X 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 9X.
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Sensitivity -44 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 20 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 9X 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 9X
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type - Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Hard case USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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