Microsoft Surface Headphones vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless. 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 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height 20.4 cm -
Width 19.5 cm -
Depth 4.8 cm -
Weight 290.3 g -
Colour Light grey -
Design - Games
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Microsoft Surface Headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button Volume
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Intelligent Assistant Cortana -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 20 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones.
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Included Accessories Carrying case -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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