JBL Quantum 600 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of JBL Quantum 600 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

JBL Quantum 600 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 346 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X are lighter than JBL Quantum 600 headphones.
Colour Black Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X 2.0, QuantumSURROUND 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz JBL Quantum 600 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 100 dB 93 dB JBL Quantum 600 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 97 dB -
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm JBL Quantum 600 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -40 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls - Mute, volume
CABLE JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Audio cable
USB-C to USB-A cable
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features QuantumSOUND Signature ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
Additional Functions LED backlight -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Battery Type Handset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity 1300 mAh -
Battery Life 14 hour(s) -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Modulation Type DQPSK -
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS JBL Quantum 600 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories Wind shield, USB dongle Audio cable
Software Included JBL Quantum Engine -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
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