Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Sennheiser SC 165 USB. 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 | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Weight | - | 98 g | |
| Colour | Black | Black, white | |
| Earpad Material | Cloth | Leatherette | |
| Headband Material | Steel | - | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Portable electronics, computer | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| 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) | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sennheiser SC 165 USB are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | EPOS Voice | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser SC 165 USB. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Max Sound Pressure | - | 115 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
| In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-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 | - | |
| Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, redial |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Cable Type | - | Headset cable USB cable - detachable |
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| Cable Length | - | 2.262 m |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Features | - | EPOS ActiveGard |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | - | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Sennheiser SC 165 USB |
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| Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Carrying pouch, USB cable | |
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| Software Certification | - | Certified for Skype for Business | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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