RIG 400 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of RIG 400 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

RIG 400 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 19 cm -
Width 19 cm -
Depth 10.3 cm -
Weight 210 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details 408 g -
Colour Forest camo | Black Black
Earpad Material Memory foam Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
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)
Noise Isolating Yes - RIG 400 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than RIG 400.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 111 dB 98 dB RIG 400 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -45 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 42 dB -
Microphone Features Mute function Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headset cable -
BATTERY AND CHARGING RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS RIG 400 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories 2 x 3.5mm jack adapter USB charging cable
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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