SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Microsoft Modern USB Headset

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Microsoft Modern USB Headset. 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. Microsoft Modern USB Headset Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB
Height - 17.3 cm
Width - 16.7 cm
Depth - 6 cm
Weight - 142 g
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
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
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 100 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 91 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 28 mm SteelSeries Arctis 9X have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Modern USB Headset microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Mute, volume, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Cable Type - USB cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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