Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. 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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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| Height | - | 20.4 cm | |
| Width | - | 19.5 cm | |
| Depth | - | 4.8 cm | |
| Weight | - | 290.3 g | |
| Colour | Black | Matte black | |
| Earpad Material | Cloth | - | |
| Headband Material | Steel | - | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | - | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | - | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, aptX | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Max Sound Pressure | - | 115 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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| Type | 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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Cable Type | - | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Features | - | Wear detection |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 18.5 hour(s) | SteelSeries Arctis 9X lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 15 hours |
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| Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Carrying case, Surface USB Link | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, 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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