Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC. 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 Surround 80 UC |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C via Bluetooth adapter | |
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Series | - | Voyager Surround 80 series | |
Height | - | 18.1 cm | |
Width | - | 19.1 cm | |
Depth | - | 7.7 cm | |
Weight | - | 275 g | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Earpad Material | Cloth | Artificial leather | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | 30 m | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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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 5.3 | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC 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), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 132 dB | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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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 | 100 - 6800 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC. |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | -37 dB | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Mute, volume, power on/off, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, Microsoft Teams button |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Cable Type | - | USB-C charge cable - detachable USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable USB-C to USB-A adapter - detachable |
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FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Features | - | In-call LED indicator, touch control, Smart Sensor Technology |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 1100 mAh | |
Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 24 hours | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous talk: up to 21 hours Continuous playback: up to 24 hours Continuous talk (with 15 min charge): up to 10 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 21 days | |
Charging Time | - | 1 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Carrying case, 3.5 mm to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-A adapter, BT700 Bluetooth USB-C adapter, USB-C charge cable | |
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Software Included | - | Poly Lens | |
Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams, Certified for Microsoft Teams Open Office | |
Supported Host Device OS | - | macOS, Android, iOS, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |