SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Soundcore Space Q45

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Soundcore Space Q45. 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. Soundcore Space Q45 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 16.1 cm
Depth - 8.8 cm
Weight - 292 g
Colour Black Black
Body Material - PC/ABS
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m 15 m Soundcore Space Q45 have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes Soundcore Space Q45 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.3 Soundcore Space Q45 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Space Q45 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Soundcore Space Q45.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% 3% Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion.
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 93 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Ceramic
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Form Factor Headset microphone Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 20 - 8000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Soundcore Space Q45.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -36 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 65 dB
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Volume, play/pause, next/previous track, call
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 60 cm
Audio cable - detachable - 60 cm
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Features - Fast charge, Multipoint Pairing, LED indicator
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Headphone battery lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 750 mAh
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 65 hour(s) Soundcore Space Q45 lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 65 hours
Continuous playback (with 5 min charge): up to 4 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Soundcore Space Q45
Included Accessories USB charging cable Carrying case, audio cable, USB-C charging cable
Compliant Standards - SGS
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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