Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is the first time I experienced gaming earbuds. I always thought gaming headsets are the gold standard for gaming comfort, sound performance and quality output. These buds surpassed all my expectations with my basic gaming needs and more! First of, box opening is easy and very welcoming. I don’t like too much added sheets and I don’t read manuals. Very simple instructions are labeled on the box as I opened them, and I actually read them. Lol. That is already a huge plus. Very basic button instructions and getting set up are easily presented to me in a very easy to digest manner. I think this is the most prepared and informed I have been opening any device I have ever. These white Arctis Gamebuds look nice. The case design has the right combination of whites and blacks with a prominent Arctis logo on top. It is made of hard plastic with a bit of hollow feel at the top but it is not flimsy. The hinges are tight, and the lid snaps in place. The case is not small compared to usual earbuds but they are still compact and very easy to hold. It surprisingly holds a lot in the case, considering the case size because the case also houses the radio dongle. Setting up is easy using the Arctis app for my phone. The buds itself is pretty solid and the fit is nice. It does not fall off even with sudden head jerks. I like that it has actual buttons versus taps to control the buds like volume or ANC modes because I get a precise click versus just taps from other earbuds that confuse me if I have been tapping it correctly. It even has voice notifications to let me know what mode it is on, for example, or what it is connected to (dongle or bluetooth). The PC app is also great for customizations and actually has pretty good features. Both phone app and PC app has EQ settings and connectivity options as well as where to create presets for specific games. This is actually one of the best features of either app—there are tons of game presets. I can easily select from games I play. Luckily it has the titles I play like RDR2 and GTA V to name a few. When playing on PC, I set my preferences prior to playing so whether I use Epic Games, Ubi or Steam or launch the settings are already active. When on PS5, I like it that it automatically recognizes the game I am on—when I started playing Red Dead Redemption 2, the audio preset was already there. Then when I need to tweak while playing, I simply use the mobile device. Bluetooth and dongle (2.4hz) settings do not work at the same time. When I am on bluetooth, on a call, I cannot hear the game, and vice versa. Performance-wise, the sound is great. It is very clear and I can hear steps and explosions exclusively. From flat EQ, it is already good. When I use presets, the sound is more immersive, but the difference of presets and flat EQ is not too stark for me. I think the tweaks are just for optimization, but in general, the sound quality is really great. Especially when it comes to surround quality, sound levels, highs, mids and lows are distinct and they are wide enough to recognize which part of the game a specific sound is coming from. Sound is great too. It also could be because the fit is nice, so there are no spills on the sound, so all audio goes straight into the ears. On calls, I was told how clear my speech is without soliciting feedback. This already tells me how good the microphone is. ANC is excellent as well. I would say, when it is on, it drowns out maybe 90% of environment sound. It also enhances the quality of the sound output by a lot. Battery is great and comfort is acceptable—“acceptable” being, like any other pair of earbuds, it tends to bring soreness on my 4th hour. So I have not used the buds for over 4 hours straight and it goes back to the case. Thus, I have not really measured battery life yet since for my multiple 4 hour intervals, the buds never go below 80%. The PC app by the way, has so many features beyond sound game presets and EQ tweaks, similar to gaming platform features like streaming and capture. It also has auto-enabling of captures for specific games which can all be tweaked using the PC app. It even includes a mixer however, some components of it (e.g. Sonar) adds active drivers to my PC sound settings, which can add clutter to my set up. Otherwise, the software is a very good game companion app. These are really good earbuds. I can see me using this a lot more in the future especially for playing elsewhere away from home because I do not need to use bulky headphones to get quality sound. Besides, I don't like using headphones when I am out anyway, especially when playing mobile games at a coffee shop. Maybe besides the long use discomfort, I would say, this could be my main pair; perhaps can be a good supplement, like a sidearm. It definitely takes over my headphones except for long raids. I think this is a must-have for majority of gamers out there.

I'm a headphones geek. But even my favorite set of cans can be uncomfortable, like when I'm trying to lay back in my recliner while playing Xbox. The cans are so big that unless my head is perfectly flat against the back of the chair, they end up bumping against it. And with most headsets these days having important controls and dials on the back of the earpieces, I'm always turning them off or changing the volume inadvertently. Laying down is also an issue with them. For comfort's sake, I had to find something else to use for my late night gaming sessions on the recliner or while settling into bed. So yeah, I have another set of wireless earbuds now. "Gaming" earbuds. But you know what? These earbuds are way better for gaming than any other earbuds I've tried pairing to my consoles. The difference is the 2.4 Ghz dongle. Regular earbuds connect via bluetooth (which this pair will also do, in case you want to use them for your phone or tablet), which can introduce lag. You know how annoying it is to watch a show and the actors' lips move slightly out of sync with the audio? Well, it can be an outright dealbreaker to try and play some games with audio lag. What's more is that the dongle can be used on any system, no more pairing and reconnecting and disconnecting and unpairing and so on trying to use the same earbuds on multiple devices. The dongle is USB Type C, but there's a C to A adapter in the box. The dongle has a switch on it labeled PC/Xbox, but don't be fooled. PC mode works on Playstation and Nintendo Switch, it' s only the Xbox that needs a proprietary communication protocol for full use of features. What I really like about this set is the dongle actually fits in the earbuds case! You can take it with you easy peasy! Listen to music through bluetooth on the phone on the commute to work, then plug the dongle into the work pc for a the morning teams meeting. Swapping from bluetooth to 2.4ghz mode is done by triple tapping the right earbud. There is an actual button with a tactile click, instead of capacitive buttons that tend to be finicky. Those are the only "gestures" that I have figured out, since it seems that every earbud manufacturer seems to assign tapping and holding a set number of times to different functions. What is volume up on one set is pause on another, so I never bothered to memorize any of the actions. The audio is pretty good with these in. I was surprised by the bass levels when pumping out some old school jungle tracks. Even though it wasn't bone vibrating, I could still catch all the subbass hits with the appropriate amount of thumping instead of a weak puff. Instruments weren't as crisp and tightly individualized as they are on my reference cans, but it doesn't detract from the overall audio experience. Unfortunately these don't have multipoint bluetooth, they can only connect to one device at a time. So my dreams of a complete all in one solution for all of my consoles, pc, phone & tablet were temporarily dashed. That is, until I remembered my iOS tablet has USB-C. So I did the only logical thing and plugged the dongle into that. A notification popped up asking if the device was headphones, so I said yes, and lo and behold, it worked! So yeah, this is it, the mimimalist solution to listen to every device with one set of wireless earbuds. One thing that I don't like is how quickly these go on standby mode. While I'm working, I like to keep them in for the impromptu teams call, but if no sound is playing for a few minutes the buds turn themselves off. While the app says it's only after 30 minutes, it really feels like a lot less. It can also be changed in the app or the PC program. The instructions say to turn them back on, put them back in the case momentarily (annoying if you don't have case on you) or according to the FAQ on the website, press and hold the button on each side for 3 seconds (which at the time it happened to me I hadn't yet read the instructions). Only a minor nuisance, but one I seem to run into often, usually while picking something to watch while also getting setup to settle in for some cozy couch gaming after the rest of the family has gone to bed.

Steelseries is an established gaming brand that puts out quality accessories for PC and gaming consoles. The Arctis Gamebuds do not disappoint. The color scheme fits right into the PS5 design. Connecting it to the PS5 or even PC couldn't be easier with the 2.4GHz wireless receiver that is conveniently tucked into the case. Speaking about the case, the received is held in securely by a rubber grommet via the male USB C plug and the buds themselves are held in place magnetically along with the lid. A strong shake or drop will dislodge the buds, but the receiver will likely stay in the case. Another note about the case is the inclusion of Qi charging (can also be charged via USB C). Should be a expected of ALL WIRELESS earbuds; entry level OR premium! The ear buds themselves are comfortable to wear for me. I have been wearing them while working for several hours or gaming without out discomfort or itchiness I sometimes get with silicone tips. It seems the silicon tips (comes with 3 different sizes) are a bit smaller than standard tips. Connection is handled via Bluetooth or the 2.4GHz. Switching between the 2 involves 3 taps to the right bud. I found this convenient to switch from gaming on the PS5 to switch over 2 my phone. I also liked that the face of the buds have a clicky button as opposed to touch capacitive surfaces which I usually struggle with to get the taps or swipes right. The defined clicks work for me since I can audibly hear if I successfully clicked the bud. There are more audio profile presets than I will ever be able to use. But the sound of music, movies and games sound as good as most other buds I have used. Tweaking the different settings will help but it's something each user needs to play with. What sounds good for me may not sound great for the next guy. I usually use one but when I'm watching something so I don't get yelled at while watching/listening to something, but with the transparency mode, I can listen to something with both buds in and still hear what is going on in the house around me. If I wanted to block out the house, then could quickly block it out with the ANC. While it isn't the Bose of ANCs, it does well to block out most of background noises. I look forward to flying with them later this month. Overall I am pleasantly satisfied with the Arctis buds in how they operate and sound. I have nothing bad to say about them and would recommend them to anyone looking for a solid set of wireless earbuds.

Right out of the box - They are attractive, lightweight, and feel like they have a good durability / quality. Set up - I didn't have any issues pairing it with my xBox but when trying to pair it to my phone it took a few tries. Once it was paired, connection seemed strong on both devices. The case doubles as a charger, storage and contains the USB dongle. This was a great idea and works well. Sound quality - These are pretty decent but I feel like they could be louder. I messed with the settings but nothing felt quite like a regular over-the-ear headset. This could just be a me thing, because my teenage son prefers these over the over-the-ear style. When playing COD or Fortnite, I just didn't think I heard the footsteps as well as I could have. The noise canceling was decent, but definitely not up to par with some of the more established noise cancelling headphones. I could still her kids in the backgroud while wearing them, but it definitely did lower the outside noise. Comfort - These are comfortable and you won't have to deal with your ears being squished. Overall - I'd give them 4 out of 5 stars as they are serviceable depending on the style of game you play.

I prefer these over the Steelseries Nova Pro Wireless headphones since they isolate noise much better and don’t cause my ears to overheat. I haven’t used my NPW’s since I got these. The battery runtimes seem adequate for my gaming sessions and I play mmorpg’s. Time will tell how the battery holds up though, since they can’t be freely swapped out like the NPW’s. Sound is good enough and I’m using the same custom EQ from my NPW’s (from GadgetryTech on youtube). They’re also loud enough but I haven’t tested for distortion at the higher output levels. Hooks into the Steelseries software platform just like any other hardware just fine. It automatically switches to my speakers when I place the earbuds in the case. Sometimes I need to remove and place again because it doesn’t register but so far it just one retry. Minus 1 star because they’re not as comfy as I would like.

Steel Series newest gaming audio device. These are pretty simple to setup they come with a usb-c dongle to plug into your pc/laptop (usb-a) adapter included. They sync automatically to the adapter but you can also add a 2nd device via bluetooth and switch between them easy enough tapping on the earbuds themselves. The 2.4ghz connection to the pc is rock solid and have not experienced any issues there. The sound quality is medium I was not blown away by anything here but in my use case I like having just one earbud in to game and still have an open ear to deal with real life family drama. Bluetooth is pretty average what you would expect from any other pair of earbuds, nothing fancy to write home about here. The buttons themselves on the earbuds are mechanical meaning they actually press/depress which is nice and I didn't feel like I was crushing the earbuds into my ear canals using them. Of course there is yet another app to customize everything via steel series on your phone. Battery life is solid I have not had to stop gaming to recharge yet they have lasted through all my gaming sessions without interruption. Case is wireless charge compatible and charges via included usb c to usb c cable. Overall I think the best use case here is if you are dead set on wanting to game via earbuds instead of headphones this is it. You won't find much better suited for gaming and comfort, the connection over 2.4ghz is what really sets it apart from something like a bose or sony option. I'm not overly impressed overall I would rate them as average sound wise but they are perfect for what I was looking for in my particular gaming setup. Make sure you grab the right ones for your console/pc (xbox ones have a special chip so make sure to pay attention you are buying the correct ones).

I have always been a big fan of SteelSeries headsets and I have used them regularly throughout the last few years. Their quality has always been top tier even on less expensive sets, so I was very excited when I saw they had come out with a new pair of earbuds and with good reason! While the earbud design doesn't allow for quite as much sound quality as a full headset, the drop off would only be noticed by the highest tier of audiophile. These earbuds come likely as close as can reasonably be expected. When paired with the companion app on your mobile phone, these will really shine. There are tons of audio presets for a variety of situations and listening modes. I have primarily used these on my Xbox Series X and my mobile phone. Setup on both was super easy and convenient. Same goes for switching between bluetooth and Xbox. I highly recommend connecting to both and using the phone app to control things and set everything up. These earbuds fit comfortably in my ear which as far as I know is fairly normal sized. The noise cancellation works amazingly as I have tested running on a treadmill in the gym since there's not a lot of outside noise interference at home. Not once in the miles I put in did they fall out while running which is a very important requirement for the gym so as to not have any funny security videos of you falling off the treadmill trying to catch them go viral. Directional sound in gaming also works excellent as I do tend to play a lot of the online games such as Call of Duty or Fortnite.

SteelSeries is a respected mainstream brand when it comes to gaming headsets, so I had high expectations when it came to the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds. While these earbuds are not without their flaws, for gaming, they work. Fit... It's very important when dealing with earbuds. It's also a very much a personal issue. I've tried so many different earbuds. Gaming earbuds, phone earbuds, earbuds for working out...lots of earbuds. I've NEVER had an issue with fit...until now. For some reason the right earbud of the SteelSeries Arctis seems to feel a little weird in my ear It doesn't necessarily fall out, but I wouldn't run to go shoot hoops with these in. It doesn't impact the noise cancellation, but it just feels like it's in my ear differently. Sound...the most important thing when it comes to headphones overall. These sound great! I tried these with my PS5 Pro, I tried these with my Rog Ally X...both of which they sounded great. Via the app, there are game presets for tons of games and they are definitely different per game. I messed with them a little bit and that's a nice little extra detail. Random, the wireless dongle has a weird design to it. When I tested these out on my phone to listen to music...it's a no. Absolute lack of volume on the highest level. I'm not sure if maybe the headphones were trying to protect me from myself. I know these are "GameBuds" but if you give people wireless earbuds with Bluetooth functionality, they're going to try them via Bluetooth. Don't. The ANC on these is very subtle. With nothing playing and the ANC on, I didn't notice it was on until I cut it off in a "Oh, it WAS on" type of way. With sound on, the ANC didn't shut out the background noise. It is there...but...subtle Originally, I had issues with the button presses. Switching modes wasn't working...but after a few days and trying them again, no problem with the button presses. Strictly for gaming, the SteelSeries Artis GameBuds are solid...the game presets is a nice little extra feature for a pair of "GameBuds." That is strictly for gaming though, as I would not recommend using these for anything else

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are a nice-looking set of Earbuds. They sit comfortably enough in ear as well. As for the sound quality game wise, I wasn’t blown away by them. I’ve used so many pairs of earbuds over the years ranging in price from as little as a $100 to some as much as $500 but price doesn’t always determine quality. Trying the various EQ settings, I didn’t really find one that I preferred. I did try out a few of the games that there was already support for while having them paired up to my Steam Deck as well as my PS5 Pro. I could hear some minor differences between a standard setting like flat to using one for something say Gran Turismo but it wasn’t a stark enough difference. For Music and Videos/Movies, I found them even more middling. There really didn’t seem to be much difference between the music settings. The Punchy and Deep Bass settings sounded identical to me. Perhaps I’m just picky or my ears just can’t discern such minute differences as much anymore. The app to set them up and customize them is quite intuitive. I did like the ability to toggle between WiFI and Bluetooth based connections. Pairing them was also a breeze and took all of 10 or so seconds. The controls on the earbuds themselves are easy to use and you can also change what each does from inside the Arctis app. You can toggle between the different Noise Cancelling modes or disable completely with just a couple taps of the right Earbud. Adjusting other things such as volume was easy as well. They’re a decent pair of earbuds, but for the price and so many options out there, you’d be better served by another pair, be that more or less expensive. I really wanted to like these especially after all the great things I’ve heard from my friends that have sworn by the Arctis Pro Headphones but I just feel that these are lacking.

I got these Arctis Gamebuds to try out on my switch and pc. I had luck with another brand's 2.4ghz connection working on the switch, so I figured I'd try these, and they worked, mic and all. Since they are buds, very portable. I had been using an auxiliary Bluetooth plugged into the switch and Bluetooth setting on other headphones to go wireless. Now it’s all one brands unit, less funbling, and the connection is way more solid. The build on these are fairly good, very lite, but the plastics and feel are like similarly priced regular earbuds. They do feel lighter than many of mine. The fit in ear is good, and the seal is not bad either. With noise cancelation on, it is difficult to hear people as close as 8 feet to me talking. What I am going to have to clearly deduct a point for is setup and instructions. I had issues the first time working with these. First, I downloaded the app, then connected to the Phone like they said, and I saw a lot of settings in there. But you cannot update firmware by phone. It immediately wanted me to do and update, and it clicked on the instructions on how to download the program on the computer to do that connected by 2.4ghz. Fair enough, I did that hooked up the dongle and nothing, no sound, no mic. I fumbled around for 45 minutes or so then gave up the first night because of other commitments. The second time I went to hook it up, it all connected right away. It set up 3 different things to choose from under sound manager I noticed, and apparently I had not picked the right one. It was also recognized in the program, and then I could update the firmware and play with the mixer. This came with virtually no instructions on what to do,and I had to rely on their website help links, which I do not find laid out the best. Call me old, which I am, but I’m a guy who likes to read instructions before doing something that has multiple steps. The only instructions included on the box were what the buttons do. I’m annoyed because really, there was no need to set up on my phone, but again, I did what the qr code said. I guess I can change the setting before I use the switch. In the box there is a usbc to usb adapter, and a usbc charging cord and 2 sets of tips (small and large) Once I got these working, they sound good. I set up a custom equilizer, but there are a ton of game tweeked versions for over 100 games. Pretty cool. Overall it is a solid 4 stars because they work good.

HenryW's review is completely wrong about everything he said. His device(s) is/are likely the issue, not these earbuds. He clearly didn't read the product info and thinks that these are dual channel audio. They're single channel and you have to manually switch between 2.4 and Bluetooth. Despite a horrible experience actually purchasing this product in-store, I'm very happy with the product itself. - Amazing audio quality - Crystal-clear transition between 2.4 and Bluetooth using triple-tap button command - Case battery lasts multiple days with constant use - Impressive microphone quality, tested for multiple days at my job as a phone tech support agent - Decent active noise canceling, great transparency mode, satisfactory physical ear-plugging effect, tested at a punk show with 100 decibel music - Generally intuitive default commands - Powerful and fast audio customization via SteelSeries Arctis mobile app - Additional detailed gaming customization via SteelSeries GG

Sound quality is not bad for earbuds. Doesn't beat IEMs in terms of sound quality but the trade-off is a TWS with great battery life and strong connection. It's a bit pricey, if this was $150, I would give a 5-star.

The SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds are the wireless earbuds I’ve been searching for! I was really excited to try these because I’ve always preferred a lighter, more compact option compared to the heavier, bulkier headsets most people have grown accustomed to. These "Gamebuds" (a clever name for gaming earbuds) offer a fantastic alternative to those larger headsets. They fit very comfortably in my ears, with no issues of falling out or becoming uncomfortable even after extended use. The app is decent, but the advertised presets don’t seem to differ significantly from one another. However, the voice chat performance on this device is excellent, which is a major plus. The earbuds are fairly intuitive in terms of touch controls, although I still find it helpful to have my phone nearby with the app running as I’m learning to memorize the specific touch and press commands. One major disappointment, though, is the poor bass quality. As someone who has reviewed other listening products over the years, I feel SteelSeries has a long way to go if they want to compete with higher-end options on the market. Honestly, I was surprised they didn’t partner with a company (one whose name rhymes with “Close”) to improve this aspect. That said, these earbuds do a great job for what they are. Just keep in mind that if you’re expecting an experience comparable to a full home theater setup, you’re likely to be disappointed. These earbuds are fantastic otherwise. Cool Bonus: you can also use just one earbud for a wireless microphone.

These true wireless earbuds are meant for gaming to connect to your Sony PlayStation 5 but also to your phone phone be it an iPhone or an Android device, PC or Nintendo Switch. You can even download an app for your iPhone or Android to control some functions of these earbuds. The case is also wireless Qi chargeable which is nice to have. You also get a dongle inside the case to use on pc, switch or PlayStation 5. You can also use Bluetooth for like your phone. You do need to connect it to your PC if you want to download the latest firmware or make custom EQ’s on their software. Nice to have but why can’t we do custom EQ’s through the mobile app on your phone ? Anyways they also have ANC which is nice. As terms of performance goes it’s nice to have an option for earbuds to use with my PlayStation 5 because sometimes I don’t like big over ears on my head. The mics work good enough but if you want the best quality I would go with the over the ear type headphones. Also used these a bit to listen to music as just earbuds and if you just want one device for gaming and music this will do fine.

After spending a couple days using these earbuds I was very surprised with the sound. The sound is very similar to the Xbox wireless headset with a couple of exceptions missing. I played Indiana Jones and could tell which way the footsteps were coming from. The sound was crisp and clear. The ANC-active noise canceling worked pretty good as I couldn't hear my wife talking to me when trying to play. It took me a little bit to get used to the controls but I finally figured out how to use the mute and the volume up/down. Now with the exceptions I mentioned. The have to do with chat/mic and game sound. From what I could tell there is now toggle for chat and game volume. The earbuds seem to keep both at half as a balance. I tried to change it in the chat mixer on my Xbox but it was all grayed out and would t allow me to change this setting. Perhaps it can be changed with the mobile app that can be downloaded on your phone that includes a bunch of presets or even allow me tk set up a custom config but from what I could tell in the mobile app it only allowed the change for game sound. I saw a few of my friends playing COD and they had a private party set up so I decided to join the party and see how their voices sound and how my voice was heard by them. Their voices were crystal clear on my end but they were actually using the Xbox wireless headset that has a better mic. When they were hearing my voice they said it was crystal clear but the only difference was thag it sounded like I was talking through a tin can. They said it was not bad though as they could understand everything that I was saying so the mic on the earbuds is pretty good and I can only see it getting better with future technology changing. I was contemplating wether or not to give these earbuds 4 or 5 stars but I decided on 5 based on the quality of the product and the effort that steel series has made. The chargeable case is sturdy and even has wireless charging. The case hold the earbuds and the usb s dongle all in one safe place for safe keeping. It was not hard at all to pair the headset to my Xbox. As soon as I plugged it in it automatically connected. Effortless just how I like. I ended up giving these earbuds a 5 star review because I was not too sure at first only owning over the ear headsets but I was very surprised by the sound and quality. I would recommend these to any consumer looking for an affordable audio option and mutiple device options.

When I think of an ideal headset for gaming, rarely if ever, prior to trying out the arctus game buds, do I think of earbuds instead of headphones. That has all changed with the Arctis Game Buds. Let me first talk about convenience. I have a great gaming setup, but every time I get something new, it becomes more cluttered. These are one of the first accessories that I have gotten that do not clutter the area more, and in fact, keep it much. Tidier. Another feature that these have that you do not expect out of earbuds is both Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity via a USBC dongle. I can confirm that these work on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo switch, and my cell phone. I suspect, however, that using the dongle these may even work on Xbox One. I mentioned before space saving, these are also great for people who can live in more confined spaces and don't have a dedicated gaming area. The active noise canceling and targeted microphone make these excellent for use even in a crowded apartment. For those audiophiles out there, you can download the app for these to get hundreds of preset audio settings for various games on PlayStation 5, tweaked to enhance the enjoyment of each individual game. On a lighter note, I found it very funny that there were so many warnings on this product, presumably because it is for children, but talking about how you can die if you swallow these. So just in case you were thinking about it, these are not edible.

These are pretty solid gaming earbuds if you're looking for something wireless that works across multiple platforms. The noise cancelling is a nice touch too, especially if you're gaming in a noisy environment or just want to block out distractions. Sound quality seems decent for gaming. SteelSeries usually does a good job with audio, so you should get clear directional sound for competitive games where footsteps and stuff matter. Battery life is around 10 hours which is pretty standard for wireless earbuds, maybe a bit less if you're using ANC constantly. Price-wise, they're in that premium range - you're paying for the multi-platform compatibility and gaming-specific features. If you just need something basic, there are cheaper options, but if you want something that's actually built for gaming and works everywhere, these are a solid choice. The white color looks clean but might show dirt over time, just something to keep in mind.

The audio on these are much better than I could of imagined, great sound quality and you can change your settings insanely on the SteelSeries app, highly recommended!

These earbuds exceeded my expectations. I was very weary of gaming headsets that aren't "headphones" but this one seemed very interesting because it seems very similar to other earbuds that you might use on the daily so it's very portable and I'm not disappointed with it so far. The customization you get with it is very in-depth SteelSeries GG app on the PC. You can customize your 5 channel equalizer to your liking. You can choose to have more chat or game in your earbuds too. You can also choose to have the spatial audio as well which can give that sense of direction to your hearing. I personally cannot figure it out too much so I leave it off. There is a volume boost option as well which might be useful for some games. The phone app has customization options too like the ANC option but if you really want to customize this, you have to use their PC app. The ANC seems to work fairly well and it'll get you by just fine. The sound quality is superb though and I find it very nice listening to music, playing games, and watching movies. You can obviously customize the EQ to fit your liking so your mileage will vary with this one, but it does come with a lot of presets already so you might just have to tinker with that. The case itself is pill shaped and it can easily fit in your pocket. The earbuds design is very slick and stylish, but I find that it's hard to grasp when in your ear. I end up clicking the button on it. Overall, this earbud is a great portable setup for whatever you might need. Gaming at home and on the go.

I got these specifically to game on PC. If you've ever used bluetooth headphones or buds to game with then, if you're like me, the lag/sync will drive you crazy. Even with low latency buds there's still enough lag to make me want to trash the sets. Having a set of gaming buds with dongles are essential. Since these are buds there's some quality you give up versus using a set of headphones. Biggest are soundstage and location. While even headphones aren't as good as a 5.1 or larger set up, they're pretty decent for locating the source of the sound. Buds, while great for isolation, just don't perform as good when it comes to location. It's an issue you have to deal with that comes with the portability. While some are a bit better, none I've tried ever come close to headphones. Out of the box, playing music on the PC was decent. Bass is too heavy, highs not bright enough, and the volume has to be cranked to 3x what I set it for my other headphones. This is with turning on some of Window's audio enhancements and without. I couldn't match the level of two other buds I use for gaming. So, I figured I'd download the software and see if I could tweak the sound. Installed, icon in the tray, launch the UI and a big black blank window pops up. Force quit, try again. Same thing. Reboot, same issue. Uninstall, reboot, install, reboot, lanuch. Still no go on the app. Tried on a laptop...same issue. So basically I'm stuck with the preconfig sound which is horrible for gaming. It sounds like I'm playing underwater with the muffled sounds clouded by too much bass and not enough everything else. So, these are going into storage until the next version of the software and hope I can actually make them sound better than just decent.