SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. JBL Quantum 100X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. JBL Quantum 100X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 JBL Quantum 100X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
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
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
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
Controls Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute Mute, volume
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 5 JBL Quantum 100X
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Headset cable - angled - 1.2 m
Cable Length 3 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 5 JBL Quantum 100X
Additional Functions Adjustable RGB lighting -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 JBL Quantum 100X
Connector Type Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 5 JBL Quantum 100X
Included Accessories USB ChatMix Dial Wind shield
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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