HyperX Cloud Stinger vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Stinger 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

HyperX Cloud Stinger vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 18.93 cm -
Width 18.65 cm -
Depth 8.83 cm -
Weight 275 g -
Colour Black, red | Black, blue | Black, green | Black Black
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam Cloth
Headband Material Leatherette Steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics
Gaming Yes -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m 6 m HyperX Cloud Stinger have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency 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 18 - 23000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz HyperX Cloud Stinger offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Max Input Power 500 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% <3% HyperX Cloud Stinger have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud Stinger.
Sensitivity 102 dB 98 dB HyperX Cloud Stinger have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 30 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud Stinger have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz HyperX Cloud Stinger offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Audio Input Details Uni-directional - 50 - 18000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m
Audio splitter - 1.7 m
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Cable Length 1.3 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 20 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the HyperX Cloud Stinger.
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Stinger SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories USB wireless receiver USB charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Windows phone, Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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