SteelSeries Arctis 5 Gaming Headset
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Product Overview
SteelSeries Arctis 5 is a midrange gaming headset powered by the same 40mm hi-res drivers found across the Arctis range. It can be driven via either USB or a 4-pole 3.5mm audio jack.
The Arctis 5 comes with a retractable boom bidirectional microphone similar to that found in higher-end models, though it is rated to be quieter. Like all models in the Arctis range, the Arctis 5 comes with the ChatMix functionality, here via an in-series dial in the supplied USB-C cable.
Another important feature of the Arctis 5 is Prism RGB lighting.
With the Arctis 5, SteelSeries also refreshed the Arctis 3 and Arctis 7 to follow the success of the Arctis Pro.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Good microphone for online gaming
- Supports SteelSeries Engine software for a good amount of customization and control options
Cons
- Not very durable
What external reviewers found***
External score 68% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great noise-cancelling
- Sleek design
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Lacks surround sound
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
USB-C, 3.5mm
Construction
Cable
3 m / 10 ft
Colors
Black or White
Drivers
40 mm, neodymium
Form Factor
Over-ear
Headphone Type
Closed, dynamic headphones
Material
Lightweight aluminum alloy and steel construction
Microphone
Retractable Boom
Function
Audio
DTS Headphone:X v2.0 surround sound
Compatibility
PC / Mac / PlayStation / Mobile
Microphone Pickup Pattern
Bidirectional
Performance
Frequency Response
20Hz - 22kHz
Impedance
32 ohms
Max Sound Level
98 dB SPL
Microphone Frequency Response
100Hz - 10kHz
Microphone Sensitivity
-48 dBV/Pa
Total Harmonic Distortion
3%
Production
Debut
2019
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External Reviews
tomshardware[1]
Reviewer score 68%The SteelSeries Arctis 5 is an attractive gaming headset with sound profiles that do well with other types of gaming and media. The microphone is bidirectional and Discord-certified, and its noise-cancelling features were especially impressive during gameplay. While the virtual 7.1 surround sound proved disappointing, gamers will be able to wear the headset for a regular set of hours.
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Pros
- Sleek design
- Comfortable fit
- Great noise-cancelling
Cons
- Lacks surround sound
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References
- ^ SteelSeries Arctis 5 Gaming Headset Review: Long-Term Comfort. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-5. 2020-06-13. Retrieved 2021-04-12.
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