SteelSeries 61481-cr Arctis 9X Wireless Gaming Headset (Renewed)

The SteelSeries Arctis 9X was purpose-built for the Xbox ecosystem, featuring integrated Xbox Wireless technology that lets it connect directly to Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles — no dongle, no base station, and no pairing hassle. This puts it in a small category of headsets that work natively with Xbox's wireless protocol while also offering Bluetooth 4.1 for simultaneous connection to a phone or other device. That dual-wireless capability means you can listen to a podcast or take a call without interrupting your game audio, a feature that remains genuinely useful in practice.

Audio is delivered through SteelSeries' Arctis soundscape drivers, and voice communication is handled by the ClearCast bidirectional noise-canceling microphone, which isolates your voice from background noise. The headset is rated for 20+ hours of battery life, which is enough to cover even marathon gaming sessions. This renewed unit has been inspected and tested to meet functional standards, making it an accessible entry point for the Arctis 9X at a reduced price. PC users should note that wireless connectivity requires either Bluetooth or a separately purchased Xbox Wireless dongle, and the included 3.5mm option delivers audio only without microphone support.