In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Height | 20.14 cm | - | |
Width | 17.97 cm | - | |
Depth | 9.08 cm | - | |
Weight | 295.8 g | 310 g | SteelSeries Arctis 3 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 3 headphones. |
Earpad Material | - | Foam | |
Headband Material | - | Leather | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Built-in Decoders | - | Pure Digital Drive | |
Sound Effects | Windows Sonic surround sound | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 5 - 45000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 97 dB/mW | SteelSeries Arctis 3 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3. |
Features | - | Bluetooth aptX technology |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | Boom | - | |
Microphone Technology | - | Condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 50 - 4000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT. |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | -44 dB | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Controls | - | Volume, microphone on/off |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Cable Type | Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable Headset cable - 3 m |
USB charge cable - 2 m | |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Battery Type | - | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | - | 15 hour(s) | |
Standby Time | - | 1000 hours | |
Charging Time | - | 5 hour(s) |
WIRELESS LINK | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Transmission Range | - | 10 m |
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CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT |
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Included Accessories | - | Hard case | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |