Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT. 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 VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Colour | Black | Slate | |
| 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 | 18 m | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | - | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | aptX HD | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Built-in Decoders | - | Dolby Atmos | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 40000 Hz | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | 109 dB +/- 3dB | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Detachable 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 | -42 dB | |
| Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 2dB | |
| Impedance | - | 2.2 kOhm | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | - |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Cable Type | - | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable |
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| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Additional Functions | - | RGB lighting |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 15 hour(s) | SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT. |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | - |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Protective pouch, USB wireless receiver | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |
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