SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. ROCCAT Elo X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and ROCCAT Elo X. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. ROCCAT Elo X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 314 g
Colour Black -
Earpad Material Cloth Memory foam
Headband Material Steel Leatherette, metal
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than ROCCAT Elo X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm ROCCAT Elo X have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - ProSpecs glasses relief system
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone Mute function
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Cable Type - Headset cable - 1.65 m
Cable Length - 1.65 m
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X ROCCAT Elo X
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year 1-year warranty
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