beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. 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

beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 250 g -
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material - Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
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)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 35000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Max Input Power 100 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% <3% beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO have lower total harmonic distortion than beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO.
Sensitivity 96 dB 98 dB SteelSeries Arctis 9X have higher sensitivity than beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO.
Impedance 250 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
MICROPHONE beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls - Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m -
Cable Length 3 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter USB charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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