JBL Quantum 800 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Quantum 800 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. 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

JBL Quantum 800 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 410 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X are lighter than JBL Quantum 800 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 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - JBL Quantum 800 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X 2.0 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz JBL Quantum 800 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 95 dB 93 dB JBL Quantum 800 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 93 dB -
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm JBL Quantum 800 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features JBL Quantum SURROUND -
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 800 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
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls - Mute, volume
CABLE JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Audio cable Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features QuantumSOUND Signature ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
Additional Functions LED backlight -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity 1300 mAh -
Battery Life 14 hour(s) -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Modulation Type GFSK, DQPSK -
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS JBL Quantum 800 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories Wind shield, USB dongle Audio cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support 1-year warranty 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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