Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. 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 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - USB-A via Bluetooth adapter | |
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| Height | - | 18.2 cm | |
| Width | - | 15.5 cm | |
| Depth | - | 6.7 cm | |
| Weight | - | 176 g | |
| Colour | Black | Black | |
| Earpad Material | Cloth | Artificial leather | |
| Headband Material | Steel | - | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Portable electronics, computer | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | 50 m | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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| Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M 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) | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 32 mm | SteelSeries Arctis 9X have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Features | - | Dynamic EQ optimised |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | MEMS-directional | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 6800 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
| Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | - | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - | |
| Microphones Included | - | 4 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Mute, volume, power on/off, answer/end, ANC mode |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Cable Type | - | Micro-USB charging cable | |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.5 m |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Additional Functions | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 560 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 40 hours | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 16 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 18 hours Continuous hearing (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours Continuous hearing (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 30 days | |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (USB Type-A) |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Charging stand, charging cable, travel pouch, BT700 Bluetooth USB adapter | |
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| Compatible Software | - | Microsoft Teams | |
| Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams | |
| Supported Host Device OS | - | Windows 10, macOS, Windows 11 | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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