Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and HyperX Cloud Orbit. 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 | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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| Weight | - | 368 g | |
| Colour | Black | 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 | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Planar magnetic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| 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 | |
| Sound Effects | - | Waves Nx 3D audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 10 - 50000 Hz | HyperX Cloud Orbit offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | <0.1% | HyperX Cloud Orbit have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Max Sound Pressure | - | 120 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 100 mm | HyperX Cloud Orbit have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Detachable headset microphone | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Technology | - | Electret condenser | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | - | |
| Audio Input Details | - | Uni-directional | |
| Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | - | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/off, 3D on/off |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Cable Type | - | Headset cable - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - 3 m USB-C cable - 1.5 m |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | - | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 10 hour(s) | SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the HyperX Cloud Orbit. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | HyperX Cloud Orbit |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Carrying bag, detachable microphone | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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