In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C | |
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| Weight | - | 280 g | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm | |
| Colour | Black | - | |
| Earpad Material | Cloth | Ultra-soft memory foam | |
| Headband Material | Steel | - | |
| Design | - | Games | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Computer | |
| Gaming | - | Yes | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | - | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC | |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | THX Spatial Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 12 - 28000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | 100 dB | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
| Features | - | Razer HyperSpeed Wireless |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Razer HyperClear | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
| Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
| Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Cable Type | - | USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m | |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.8 m |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Features | - | Bendable microphone arm |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 70 hour(s) | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | - |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | - | |
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| Compatibility | - | Windows | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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