SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. JBL Quantum 100P

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and JBL Quantum 100P. 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. JBL Quantum 100P Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 20.7 cm
Width - 14.2 cm
Depth - 7 cm
Weight - 220 g
Colour Black White
Earpad Material Cloth Memory foam
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 JBL Quantum 100P
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
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 - Windows Sonic surround sound, QuantumSOUND Signature
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 100P.
Max Input Power - 20 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 96 dB/mW SteelSeries Arctis 9X have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 100P.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-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 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone Mute function
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Mute, volume
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Cable Type - Headset cable - angled - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 100P
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wind shield
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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