Product Comparison: SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs ASTRO A50

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SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless Gaming Headset

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ASTRO A50 Wireless Dolby Gaming Headset

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General Specifications

Brand

Steelseries

Astro

Model

Arctis 9X

A50

Origin

China

USA

About the Product

The Arctis 9X combines the convenience of integrated Xbox Wireless with simultaneous Bluetooth audio for true wireless everywhere. With the noise-cancelling ClearCast bidirectional microphone and stunningly detailed Arctis sound, the Arctis 9X is the premier wireless headset for Xbox gamers.

The A50 allows you to tune every input and output parameter including mic level adjustments and creating your own EQ modes. The new precision boom microphone is voice chat optimized for next gen consoles and features flip up mute functionality.

Key Specs

Noise Canceling

Adjustable Headband

Yes

Detachable Microphone

Size & Weight

Height

8.26 in.

11.3 in.

Width

8.07 in.

8.8 in.

Depth

3.62 in.

5.7 in.

Weight

13.12 oz.

12.8 oz.

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

Headset

Ear Cushion Material

Airweave fabric

Synthetic Leather with Foam Cushioning

Min. Frequency Response

20 Hz

Max. Frequency Response

22 KHz

20 KHz

Sensitivity

98 dB

118 dB

Impedance

32 Ω

48 Ω

Headphone Driver

40 mm.

Operating Principle

Closed

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

Microphone

Microphone Output Sensitivity

-38 dB

-47 dB

Nominal Impedance

2.2 kΩ

Frequency Response

100-10000 Hz

500-4000 Hz

Capsule Diameter

6 mm.

Microphone Output Sensitivity
Nominal Impedance

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

SteelSeries Arctis 9X

ASTRO A50

Features

Connector Size

3.5

Wireless USB, USB

Controls

ChatMix dial, Volume Control, Mic Mute Button, Bluetooth Button, Power button

Mute button, Headphones volume control, Audio mode control, multi-function button for controlling music and phone call

Compatible Platform(s)

Xbox One, Xbox One S, PC, Mobile devices

PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One

Extras

Integrated Xbox Wireless Connectivity, Simultaneous Bluetooth Wireless Audio, ClearCast Noise-Canceling Microphone, On-Ear ChatMix Control, Next-Level Comfort, Windows Sonic Surround Sound

Dolby® Headphone 7.1 Surround, 15+ hour battery, 5 GHz wireless technology, Astro base station transmitter, Fully wireless on PS4, Precision Microphone, Wireless up to 30ft, Wi-Fi

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications

CE, FCC

Other Information

Manufacturer

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MSRP

199.99 $

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