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

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. 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 Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired - USB-C
Weight 310 g 253 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT headphones.
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Foam -
Headband Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
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 Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Pure Digital Drive -
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 93 dB Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Impedance 38 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Sensitivity -44 dB -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m 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
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer -
Battery Life 15 hour(s) -
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type - USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Included Accessories Hard case -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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