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SteelSeries Arctis 9X

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Pros

  • SteelSeries Arctis 9X also looks impressive
  • decent sound and an even more comfortable fit
  • great sound and build quality

Cons

  • the latter is not a wireless headset
  • small noises that get lost in the chaos of battle
  • wireless headsets only have up to twelve hours

Key specs

  • 32 Ω
  • 98 dB
  • Over-Ear
  • Wireless

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SteelSeries Arctis 9X - Pros & Cons

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Pros

  • SteelSeries Arctis 9X also looks impressive
  • decent sound and an even more comfortable fit
  • great sound and build quality
  • voice comes through nice and clear
  • vocals are bright and the rest of the bassier percussion sounded fine
  • Controlling everything audio related is very easy on the Arctis 9X
  • The headset itself is good-looking
  • everything was well balanced
  • balanced tonality
  • damn comfortable
  • sturdy

Cons

  • the latter is not a wireless headset
  • small noises that get lost in the chaos of battle
  • wireless headsets only have up to twelve hours
  • drums in the background were a little too low
  • no voice indicating when you're low on battery
  • the bass is definitely too soft for my preferences
  • too soft and PC gaming is
  • arrows occasionally produced a piercing sound a little too sharp for my ears
  • the light on your Xbox One stop flashing
  • new season was around the corner
  • the white light on the headset will flash

SteelSeries Arctis 9X - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
40 mm
Best:
Hauppauge XFones
Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
32 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω

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SteelSeries Arctis 9X - Full Specifications

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Technical details
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWireless
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Sound
Impedance32.0 Ω
Sensitivity98.0 dB
Driver size1.57 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)3.0 %
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Connectivity
Bluetooth version4.1
Bluetooth profile
  • HSP
  • HFP
  • A2DP
Wireless range6
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Foldableyes
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Microphone
Microphone typeBoom microphone
Microphone sensitivity-38.0 dB
Microphone frequency100 - 10000
Microphone direction typeBidirectional
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes

SteelSeries Arctis 9X - Q&A (11)

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    kendall_padberg
    about 2 years ago
    Does SteelSeries Arctis 9X support Dolby Atmos?
    karina
    about 2 years ago
    Not exactly, the SteelSeries Arctis 9X does have Windows Sonic, which is a free surround sound technology similar to Dolby Atmos.
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    jc
    about 2 years ago
    Does the SteelSeries Arctis 9X work on Xbox?
    lita
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the SteelSeries Arctis 9X is compatible with Xbox.
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    coleman.langworth
    about 2 years ago
    Can you use the SteelSeries Arctis 9X on PS5?
    jame
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, you can use the SteelSeries Arctis 9X gaming headphones with your PS5.
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    sina
    about 2 years ago
    Is there an app for SteelSeries Arctis 9X?
    maynard
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the SteelSeries Engine app lets you get the most out of your headphones.
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    sidney.ebert
    about 2 years ago
    Can SteelSeries Arctis 9X be wired?
    sol.langosh
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the SteelSeries Arctis 9X can be used without using the wireless functionality.
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    catherine_auer
    about 2 years ago
    Is SteelSeries Arctis 9X surround sound?
    errol
    about 2 years ago
    Yes. the Arctis 9X supports surround sound.
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    francis_hoppe
    about 2 years ago
    Does SteelSeries Arctis 9X work on PC?
    trudi
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the Arctis 9X can connect to your PC via Bluetooth, but ChatMix will not be enabled.
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    dwight
    about 2 years ago
    Does SteelSeries Arctis 9X work on Xbox Series X?
    wilburn
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the SteelSeries Arctis X is completely compatible with the Xbox Series X and S.
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    violet_vonrueden
    about 2 years ago
    Does SteelSeries Arctis 9X have mic monitoring?
    janet_pouros
    about 2 years ago
    yes, the SteelSeries Arctis 9X headset has mic monitoring, but it is a little low even when the settings are set to max, but it gets the job done nevertheless. It can also be disabled for those that don't like hearing themselves talk.
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    gregg.heathcote
    about 2 years ago
    Can you use SteelSeries Arctis 9X on Xbox?
    franklyn_lowe
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the Arctis 9X can connect directly to the Xbox. It is as easy as connecting the controller with the Xbox.
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    marvin
    about 2 years ago
    Is the SteelSeries Arctis 9X worth it?
    herbert.hilll
    about 2 years ago
    The SteelSeries Arctis 9X are really good headphones, with great audio quality and a superb microphone. This makes it an ideal headset for phone calls, music and gaming.
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SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries - Editorial Reviews (12)

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SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless review
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SoundGuys
Published: 24.02.2022
SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless review

The SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless brings Bluetooth connectivity to the classic Arctis framework. Is that enough to make it a must-buy?

SteelSeries Arctis 9X CGMagazine
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CGMagazine
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The SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox comes out of the gate with some setbacks, but if you are aware of the possible issues ahead of time, the Arctis 9X could be a worthwhile investment in your gaming setup.

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: A comfortable Xbox and PC headset with amazing audio
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Windows Central
Published: 23.11.2019
SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: A comfortable Xbox and PC headset with amazing audio
4.5

Amazing sound quality meets exceptional comfort.

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X Headset Review: Great Sound, Wireless Frustrations
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Tom's Guide
Published: 24.04.2019
SteelSeries Arctis 9X Headset Review: Great Sound, Wireless Frustrations
3.5

The SteelSeries Arctis 9X provides great sound and a comfortable fit, but almost every new design decision comes with a drawback.

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 11.11.2020
SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless Review
3.9

The SteelSeries Arctis 9X are wireless gaming headphones that are compatible with Xbox One consoles. These well-built, comfortable over-ears have a neutral sound...

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X review
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TechRadar
Published: 13.06.2019
SteelSeries Arctis 9X review
4.0

A great Xbox One headset – but Windows?

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X Review
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PCMAG
Published: 14.05.2019
SteelSeries Arctis 9X Review
4.0

The SteelSeries Arctis 9X is one of the best wireless gaming headsets you can get for the Xbox One.

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: A ridiculously comfy Xbox headset | Finder
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finder.com.au
Published: 02.03.2022
SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: A ridiculously comfy Xbox headset | Finder
4.5

The SteelSeries Arctis 9X wireless headphones don't just sound good, they're comfy as hell and perfect for your Xbox gaming needs

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: "The new king of Xbox headsets has arrived"
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gamesradar
Published: 23.04.2019
SteelSeries Arctis 9X review: "The new king of Xbox headsets has arrived"
4.5

For the platform agnostic, finding the best Xbox One headset that doubles as one of the best PC headsets for gaming is a seemingly impossible undertaking, especially in a broad field of the best Xbox

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9X review
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LaptopMag
Published: 18.07.2020
SteelSeries Arctis 9X review
3.5

The Arctis 9X is one of the best Xbox headsets you can buy, but it’s not great for PC

SteelSeries Arctis 9X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Review: Capable, Elegant Simplicity
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 15.11.2020
SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Review: Capable, Elegant Simplicity
3.5

Connecting via dongle, Bluetooth or both simultaneously

SteelSeries Arctis 9X Steelseries Arctis 9X Xbox One Wireless Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 19.06.2019
Steelseries Arctis 9X Xbox One Wireless Review | eTeknix

Steelseries Arctis 9X We're big fans of Steelseries here at eTeknix, and with good reason. They've had some of the best gaming mice, headsets, keyboards and more on the market for many years now. The recently refreshed Arctis range of headsets continues to impress. Especially so with the Arctis 7 wireless headset. So a little more expensive, and promising some nice connectivity features for the Xbox One, how doe the Arctis 9X compare? Well, that's what I'm here to find out! At around £200, it sits above the Arctis 7 Wireless, but below their flagship Arctis Pro Wireless Hi-Res Audio

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