SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. JBL Quantum 360X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and JBL Quantum 360X. 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 360X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight - 253 g
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Cloth Memory foam
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth 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 - QuantumSOUND Signature
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 360X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 115 dB JBL Quantum 360X have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Omni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 8000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than JBL Quantum 360X.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Cable Type - Audio / USB adapter
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Handset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 500 mAh
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 22 hour(s) JBL Quantum 360X lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (Bluetooth connection): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 5 min charge): up to 1 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Modulation Type - GFSK
Radio Frequency Range - 2.402 - 2.480GHz
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JBL Quantum 360X
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wind shield, USB dongle
Software Included - JBL Quantum Engine
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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