HyperX Cloud vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud 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 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 19.5 cm -
Width 15 cm -
Depth 9.5 cm -
Weight 337 g -
Colour - Black
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Memory foam Cloth
Headband Material Leatherette Steel
Recommended Use Game console Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
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 15 - 25000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz HyperX Cloud offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% <3% HyperX Cloud have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud.
Sensitivity 95 dB/mW 98 dB SteelSeries Arctis 9X have higher sensitivity than HyperX Cloud.
Impedance 41 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 53 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz HyperX Cloud offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Audio Input Details Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 2% -
Sensitivity -39 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Max Sound Pressure 105 dB -
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) 2 V -
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m -
Cable Length 1.3 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud 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 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, volume control, dual-pin airplane adapter USB charging cable
Compliant Standards SGS -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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