SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. Afterglow AG9

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and Afterglow AG9. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. Afterglow AG9 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wireless
Height 19.685 cm -
Width 21.59 cm -
Depth 4.724 cm -
Weight 363.1 g -
Colour White | Black Black
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound Bass Boost
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Afterglow AG9 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -48 dB -
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Controls Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
USB charge cable
Audio cable
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Additional Functions Adjustable RGB lighting -
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 16 hours
Charging Time - 2.5 hours
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Connector Type Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
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OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Afterglow AG9
Included Accessories USB ChatMix Dial Wireless transmitter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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