Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and JBL Quantum 100X. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 19.685 cm | 20.7 cm | |
Width | 21.59 cm | 14.2 cm | |
Depth | 4.724 cm | 7 cm | |
Weight | 363.1 g | 220 g | JBL Quantum 100X are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones. |
Colour | White | Black | Black | |
Earpad Material | - | Memory foam | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | Windows Sonic surround sound, QuantumSOUND Signature | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 5 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 100X. |
Max Input Power | - | 20 mW | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 96 dB/mW | SteelSeries Arctis 5 have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 100X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Form Factor | - | Detachable headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | - | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | Mute function |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Controls | Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute | Mute, volume |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped Remote control cable - detachable |
Headset cable - angled - 1.2 m | |
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Cable Length | 3 m | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Additional Functions | Adjustable RGB lighting | - |
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CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Connector Type | Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB |
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | JBL Quantum 100X |
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Included Accessories | USB ChatMix Dial | Wind shield | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |