Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and EPOS H3 Hybrid. 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 | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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Weight | - | 298 g | |
Colour | Black | Ghost white | Onyx black | |
Earpad Material | Cloth | - | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Game console, computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 | EPOS H3 Hybrid have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
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 EPOS H3 Hybrid. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | 0.5% | EPOS H3 Hybrid have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 116 dB | EPOS H3 Hybrid have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in & removable boom | |
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Type | Boom | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Bi-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 7500 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than EPOS H3 Hybrid. |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | - | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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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 | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Cable Type | - | Headset cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 2 m |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 37 hour(s) | EPOS H3 Hybrid lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Charging Time | - | 1.5 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | EPOS H3 Hybrid |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Cover plate | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |