SteelSeries - Arctis 5 Wired 7.1 RGB Gaming Headset for PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, VR, Mobile - Black
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Description
Features
Enjoy a premium virtual 3D audio experience with DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround on PC, stereo audio on Mac, PS4, XBox ONE, VR, and mobile
Perfectly contours your head while continuously distributing the weight of the headset across the entire ski goggle band
Bidirectional ClearCast noise-canceling retractable microphone delivers incredibly clear voice communication, focusing on the user's speech while acoustically eliminating virtually all background noise
Stay cool, dry, and comfy with AirWeave performance-fabric ear cushions
Prism RGB Illumination with 16.8 million colors
USB ChatMix Dial lets you balance and adjust the volume between your game and chat audio
Compatible with PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox ONE, VR & Mobile
What's Included
- 4-pole 3.5mm adapter
- Main cable
- Owner's manual
- SteelSeries Arctis 5 Wired 7.1 RGB Gaming Headset for PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, VR, Mobile
- USB audio interface
Key Specs
- Sound ModeDTS Headphone:X, Surround
- Connection TypeWired
- Water ResistantNo
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Carrying CaseNo
- Microphone FeaturesNoise cancelling
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
- Compatible Platform(s)Android
General
- Product NameArctis 5 Wired 7.1 RGB Gaming Headset for PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, VR, Mobile
- BrandSteelSeries
- Model Number61443
- SeriesDTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround (Windows 7+ Only)
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Audio
- Sound IsolatingYes
- Minimum Frequency Response20 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response22 kilohertz
- Impedance32 ohms
- Sensitivity98 decibels adjusted
- Integrated AmplifierNo
- Volume Limiting FunctionNo
- Sound ModeDTS Headphone:X, Surround
- Driver Size40 millimeters
Connectivity
- Connection TypeWired
- Connector Size1/8 in. (3.5mm)
- Detachable CordNo
- Tangle-Resistant CordNo
Features
- Water ResistantNo
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Carrying CaseNo
- Microphone FeaturesNoise cancelling
- ControlsMute, Volume
- Body Metrics MeasuredNot Applicable
- Bone Conducting TechnologyNo
- Number Of Programmable Keys0
- Customizable LightingYes
- Lighting TypeRGB
Design
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- StyleGaming
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
- Foldable DesignYes
Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s)Android
Material
- Ear Cushion MaterialAirWeave
Dimension
- Product Height7.75 inches
- Product Width8.5 inches
- Product Weight0.67 pounds
- Cord Length10 feet
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC813682022327
Customer reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 592 reviews
(592 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Headset For The Price
||Posted .I have been a fan of Steelseries since the original Siberia headset. Coming from the Siberia v2, I was really eager to give the Arctis 5 a try and I am glad I did. Overall, I am very satisfied with this headset. It seems like it is built with quality and I really enjoy the look and feel of it. Before I start my review, I just want to clarify that I am using this headset for Xbox One and have used it for about 15-20 hours so far. The most important aspect of a gaming headset to me, besides sound of course, is comfort. Coming from the Siberia v2, which was a great headset but somewhat squeezed my head, the Artcis 5 seemed a little loose initially. I adjusted the headband, and it definitely seemed to help. Once I adjusted it to feel like it wasn't going to fall off, the headset became more comfortable the more I used it. They are light and very comfortable around the ears especially after hours of gaming. On my previous headset, my ears would sweat and I would get a headache after hours of gaming. With the Arctis 5, i dont have that issue at all. Your ears stay cool and there is very little pressure from the headset. The mic has a very clear sound according to my friends that I chat with on Xbox. You can also test it out using the Steelseries Engine 3, which I did and was very impressed. So far so good. I have only used this headset on Xbox and I have not played around with the audio settings using the Steelseries Engine 3 yet. That being said, I think sound is excellent. It is definitely an improvement over the Siberia v2's that I was using previously. It is very clear and I've had nothing but positive experiences so far. My only disappointment so far is that the LED lighting does not work on Xbox One. Since the console does not currently support USB headsets and you connect it using the 3.5mm adapter, the LED lights dont work. You need to connect the headset to a PC to make them work. I love the customization, but I just wished it worked on console. Since I have not tried and tested many headsets, I wont tell you this is the best headset out there. I will say that for $100, this is great headset and definitely worth the money. After more use, I will update my review.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Best gaming headset I have tried
Posted .I have used both a Kraken Pro and Cloud II, and I thought I really liked them till I bought my new Arctis 5. First impression was that these don't look like the stereotypical gaming headsets. And then I put them on, adjusted the headband and fell in love with the materials they used. Super comfortable. The sound made me realize what I had been missing with the other headsets - clear and sharp highs, mid and low, so you truly hear everything. My final test was with the mic - I have to say that may be the best thing about the Arctis 5. It is truly miles ahead on clarity and noise cancellation. My only complaint is the length of the cord with the chat mix dial. Overall, I LOVE this headset.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Best mic of all time
||Posted .The arctis 5 is the best headset I have ever had. It's a one size fits all, I have a big head with a lot of hair and it feels super comfortable with the suspension band keeping it t firm on your head. The ear padding is like breathable mesh and very comfortable for long gaming sessions. I've only tried this for PC and not any console. You can only get the 7.1 surround sound on PC. All my friends I talk to say my voice is much more clear and crisp. Best mic ever I would compare the mic to some high end seinhessers. Last but not least the RGB aspect is very nice although you can't see it cause it's on your head just a nice addition to a great sleek and simple headset. Best headset for the money
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Gameing Head Set
||Posted .Gaming headset with DTS Good Quality Sound and Reviewd On YouTube by gamers and game reviews the DTs is good for movies on PC that has DTS sound in It Bee Cool GAME Players not to mention guys it lights up on the headset it's not the widest one but is ok to use for gaming.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
These are amazing
||Posted .Wow there are the best RGB headset for gaming need it works well with Xbox, ps also pc. Also mobile devices. I would recommend it. Not it mention it is light weight as well, you can watch the unboxing video at my YouTube channel PERTIKILL
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Best gaming headphones for $100
||Posted .The sound quality is amazing, the mic quality is surprisingly very clear. I would recommend these to anyone I really liked or family. Rate: 9.3/10. Would get as a gift
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product!
||Posted .My eight year old saw these while shopping at best buy. They are a perfect match with his gaming computer and keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Comfort and Quality
||Posted .I've been a fan of SteelSeries headsets ever since the original Siberias, but since their recent offerings were a little underwhelming I was excited to see that they were looking to revamp their line with the Arctis series. The earcups are made of easily the best feeling material I've ever had the pleasure of using on a PC gaming headset. They're essentially made of a very soft and plush foam covered by what they call their "airweave" fabric, which feels like the type of material you'd have on an athletic shirt/jersey. It stays very cool, so if in your experiences you tend to get overheated around your ears, these guys should help keep those ear temps down. Wearing glasses with them on also did not impact the comfort of this headset for me, which is a major bonus. Even though they're made of the foam/fabric material, they still did a decent job at isolating outside sound/noises. The ski mask head strap also helps with the comfort and can be adjusted to your liking. Note that you can purchase leather or velour replacement earcups from SteelSeries' website if you prefer those earcup materials over the ones that come with these or just want better sound isolation via the leather earcups (the ski mask head strap is also replaceable/customizable, as SteelSeries offers a nice selection of colors and designs on their website as well) My favorite feature with this headset is definitely the chat/game audio mixer, which allows you to adjust how loud one channel is in relation to the other at the same time. The USB interface allows the headset to show up as two distinct audio outputs (one labeled Game and the other Chat), so all you would have to do is make sure all your game audio is outputting to the Game channel and all your VOIP/in-game voice chat outputs to the Chat channel (some games may already do this by default). Rather than constantly manually adjusting game volume vs. chat volume from the sources, I just use the included dial to make the adjustments. Brilliant! Sound quality is pretty decent - I had to adjust the EQ settings within the SteelSeries Engine software because the defaults were pretty flat in my opinion, but things sounded pretty great afterwards (I'm currently using the "Performance" EQ at this time). The software allows the headset to also simulate DTS 7.1 surround, though I haven't had to turn that feature on since a lot of my games have simulated surround built into them already. Build quality is great overall as well. The entire headset is made of a very sturdy plastic material, and the earcups are on a nice, smooth swivel. It's a pretty lightweight headset, so I've been able to have long gaming sessions without having that weird extra head weight feeling. I'd definitely recommend this headset if you're looking for something that's a little lighter feeling and more comfortable without sacrificing sound quality. The game/chat mixer might improve your quality of life when it comes to gaming, and you'll wish SteelSeries had come up with that earcup material much, much sooner (seriously, I found it THAT comfortable).
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionDoes it light up when plugged into an xbox controller?
Asked by SamHyde.
- A:Answer Hey Sam, The RGB Illumination is powered through USB connection. Because the Xbox Controller only uses a 3.5mm connection, there is no way the controller can provide enough power for the RGB lighting.
Answered by Marius
Q: QuestionThe Steelseries website says that the Arctis 5 is compatible with PC, Mac, Mobile, PS4, Xbox One and VR. Your specifications seem to leave out the Xbox One. Why is that?
Asked by Hutch.
- A:Answer It is compatible with the Xbox One. The box comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack adapter to plug right up to the controller. However, you'll only be able to modify the RGB lighting and utilize DTS:X on a PC via the USB port.
Answered by Tyler
Q: QuestionBesides the 7 being wireless what are the differences between the 5 and 7. Is the $50 more for the 7 worth it and are wireless gaming headsets worth it, like do they work just as well as the wired?
Asked by Suhdudebrah.
- A:Answer Yes, the Arctis 7 is wireless. It also has a metal headband instead of plastic, and the ski goggle band is longer and wraps completely around the headset. The 7 also has inputs and outputs on the transmitter. The input lets you hook up something like a phone for wireless audio, and the output can be used to connect speakers, which switch automatically when you turn the headset on and off.
Answered by KHertz
Q: QuestionWhen using this headset on Xbox One, does this have mic monitoring/voice feedback when talking?
Asked by Michael.
- A:Answer It does not, unfortunately. It's also not surround sound on Xbox if that matters to you. It's still a very good headset with great build quality.
Answered by David
Q: QuestionSo i know it works with the xbox one using the 3.5mm jack but will the RGB lighting still work with it plugged into the controller? Will i have to use the usb and plug it into a computer to modify theRGB?
Asked by Sweettles.
- A:Answer From what I understand the RGB will only work when used via the usb.
Answered by RT72
Q: QuestionHow bright is the Arctis 5, when you mute the mic in a dark area? For me, the mic is going to be muted most of the time. Thanks
Asked by bsteel.
- A:Answer It's VERY bright and very red. Impossible to ignore in your peripheral vision. Very blinding, in my opinion.
Answered by malrats
Q: QuestionAre you able to hear yourself in the headphones to decrease the volume at which you actually speak into the mic? I will shell out the dough for my roommate, so the shouting stops!
Asked by Slack.
- A:Answer The steelseries software lets you control microphone sidetone (The ability to hear yourself). You can adjust the volume at which you hear yourself as well.
Answered by ShehanC
Q: QuestionIf you are using them for Xbox one, does it come with an adapter or is that separate?
Asked by Ayyy.
- A:Answer The newer XBox ONE controllers don't need an adapter, as they have a 3.5mm headset connector built in. However if you are using an older controller you will need an adapter, as one is not included.
Answered by SteelSeries