Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO. 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 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 19.3 cm | |
Width | - | 18.4 cm | |
Depth | - | 8.7 cm | |
Weight | - | 273 g | |
Colour | Black | White | |
Earpad Material | Cloth | - | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
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 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 114 dB +/- 3dB | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | -41 dB | |
Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 2dB | |
Impedance | - | 2.2 kOhm | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Cable Type | - | Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | - | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming HS55 STEREO |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |