SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Razer BlackShark V2 X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Razer BlackShark V2 X. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Razer BlackShark V2 X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 240 g
Colour Black White | Razer green | Black
Earpad Material Cloth Memory foam
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer BlackShark V2 X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo 7.1 channel surround
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer BlackShark V2 X offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 100 dB Razer BlackShark V2 X have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer BlackShark V2 X have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Cardioid (uni-directional)
Noise Cancelling - Yes Razer BlackShark V2 X 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
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Cable Type - Headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length - 1.3 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer BlackShark V2 X
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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