Side by side comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Razer Kraken X USB. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - wired - USB | |
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Weight | - | 275 g | |
Colour | Black | Classic black | |
Earpad Material | Cloth | Memory foam, plush | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | 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) | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken X USB. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 106 dB | Razer Kraken X USB have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Cardioid (uni-directional) | |
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 dB | |
Signal-To-Noise Ratio | - | 55 dB | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume control, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Cable Type | - | Headset cable - 2 m | |
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Cable Length | - | 2 m |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | - | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken X USB |
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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 |