Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 305 g -
Colour Black 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - 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)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 104 dB/mW 98 dB Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 150 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls - Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Charging cable
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Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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