You’ll be glad to wear the SteelSeries Arctis 5 for long periods of time because to its appealing design and high level of comfort. Its gaming audio is on pace with rivals, and it’s great for movies and other media as well, although the virtual 7.1 surround sound isn’t very audible.
The SteelSeries Arctis 5 looks sleek and contemporary. My review device was black, however if you want a more striking appearance, the headset is also available in white. The Arctis 5 contains RGB lighting around the outside of the cups, so you might not even need a white colour scheme for that.
Specifications
- Impedance: 32 Ohms
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 KHz
- Design Style: Closed-ear design
- Microphone Type: Bidirectional, retractable, noise cancellation
- Connectivity: 3.5mm, USB Type-A
- Weight: 9.76 ounces (277g)
- Cables: 10 foot (3m) cable, ChatMix Dial USB cable
- Lighting: 1 RGB zone
- Software: SteelSeries Engine 3
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The default colour transition time is 10 seconds, although this can be changed in the Engine 3 software (more on that in the Features and Software section). While the headset is connected, the lights will stay on. This solution is subtle compared to something like the RGB on the JBL Quantum One, but it should still do the job.
The Arctis 5 microphone is concealed in the base of the left cup, adding to the headphones’ futuristic appearance. It can be bent and twisted in any direction, and it even pivots outward. Returning the microphone is as simple as removing it.
The Arctis 5’s controls are minimal, including only of a volume wheel and a microphone mute button. Connecting to a computer, Mac, or gaming console is as simple as plugging in the ChatMix dial to the main connection. The 3.5-millimeter adapter allows users to link their devices, such as cellphones and gamepads, together.
The Arctis 5’s compatibility with the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One is noteworthy because of the headset’s 3.5mm audio-jack adapter. Using the adaptor degrades the audio quality, however it still works fine for its intended purpose. For a more in-depth analysis, please read on.
Nothing sounded bad, even without adjusting the equalisation settings, and the same was true of the games. Doing so, however, is really simple and can make even a mediocre media item sound fantastic.