HyperX Cloud Core vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Core 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

HyperX Cloud Core vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 294 g -
Colour Black | Black, red -
Body Material Leatherette -
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Headband Material Aluminium -
Design Games Games
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 20 m 12 m HyperX Cloud Core have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz HyperX Cloud Core offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% <3% HyperX Cloud Core have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud Core.
Sensitivity 99 dB 98 dB HyperX Cloud Core have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Impedance 60 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 53 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud Core have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes - HyperX Cloud Core microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 12000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz HyperX Cloud Core offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Audio Input Details Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 2% -
Sensitivity -44 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance 2.2 kOhm 2200 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 105 dB -
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) 2 V -
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Controls - Volume
CABLE HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Cable Type USB charge cable - 50 cm USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Battery Type Lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) -
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Core SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Included Accessories USB wireless receiver, detachable microphone -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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