Pioneer SE MHR5 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Pioneer SE MHR5 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

Pioneer SE MHR5 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 240 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes - Pioneer SE MHR5 can be folded.
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 7 - 50000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Pioneer SE MHR5 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Impedance 45 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 102 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls - Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - 1.2 m -
Cable Length 1.2 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Pioneer SE MHR5 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Carrying pouch USB charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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