Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH 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-SR5WH vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 165 g -
Colour White Black
Earpad Material Memory foam Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes 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)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW 98 dB Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 35 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m -
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5WH SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Carrying pouch USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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