Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless. 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

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 310 g -
Design - Games
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 12 m SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless have a greater operating distance than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 98 dB Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Impedance 38 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Controls Volume Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB charge cable - detachable
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Included Accessories Protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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