SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. V7 HU521-2EP

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and V7 HU521-2EP. 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. V7 HU521-2EP Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB
Height - 18.8 cm
Width - 6.8 cm
Depth - 16.5 cm
Weight - 172.5 g
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Cloth -
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
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 V7 HU521-2EP.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 110 dB V7 HU521-2EP 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.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional - 300°
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -44 dB
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset Mute, volume
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Cable Type - Headset cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length - 1.8 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X V7 HU521-2EP
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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