SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. JLab Audio Go Work

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and JLab Audio Go Work. 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. JLab Audio Go Work Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 170 g
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m 9.14 m JLab Audio Go Work have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 JLab Audio Go Work 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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than JLab Audio Go Work.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Cable Type - USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 500 mAh
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 45 hour(s) JLab Audio Go Work lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Standby Time - 470 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X JLab Audio Go Work
Included Accessories USB charging cable Audio cable, USB charging cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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