SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Shure SRH940

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Shure SRH940. 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. Shure SRH940 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 26 cm
Width - 25.7 cm
Depth - 10.5 cm
Weight - 322 g
Colour Black Silver
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Professional audio, home audio
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes Shure SRH940 can be folded.
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 5 - 30000 Hz Shure SRH940 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 100 dB/mW Shure SRH940 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 42 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Cable Type - Headphones cable - detachable - coiled - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable - 2.5 m
Cable Length - 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Shure SRH940
Included Accessories USB charging cable Carrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, velour ear pads
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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