Sennheiser HD 559 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 559 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

Sennheiser HD 559 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headphones - wired Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Series HD 5 -
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material - Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
Adjustable Headband - 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)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 14 - 26000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sennheiser HD 559 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% <3% Sennheiser HD 559 have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser HD 559.
Sensitivity 108 dB/Vrms 98 dB Sennheiser HD 559 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 50 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 559 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 Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls - Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m -
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 559 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories - USB charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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