SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. ASUS ROG Strix Go

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and ASUS ROG Strix Go. 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 9X vs. ASUS ROG Strix Go Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB-C
Weight - 262 g
Colour Black -
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes ASUS ROG Strix Go can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
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 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz ASUS ROG Strix Go offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Audio Input Details - Uni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -45 dB
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, play/pause button, microphone on/mute, next/previous track
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Cable Type - USB-C cable - 1.2 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (USB Type-C)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ASUS ROG Strix Go
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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