Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 7x

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and SteelSeries Arctis 7x. 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

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 7x Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C
Height 20.4 cm -
Width 19.5 cm -
Depth 4.8 cm -
Weight 290.3 g -
Colour Light grey | Matte black -
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB 98 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis 7x microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Charging cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A adapter - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Cortana -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 24 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 7x lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 SteelSeries Arctis 7x
Included Accessories Carrying case Wireless transmitter
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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