SteelSeries - Arctis Prime Wired High Fidelity Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox X|S, and Xbox One - Black

Name: SteelSeries - Arctis Prime Wired High Fidelity Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox X|S, and Xbox One - Black
Brand: SteelSeries
SKU: 6462862
Rating: 4.3 (71 reviews)

Model: 61487

SKU: 6462862

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Key Specs
- Connection Type: Wired
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: false
- Microphone Features: Retractable, Noise cancelling
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Adjustable Headband: true
- Compatible Platform(s): Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Not Applicable (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
General
- Product Name: Arctis Prime Wired High Fidelity Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox X|S, and Xbox One
- Brand: SteelSeries
- Model Number: 61487
- Color: Black
Audio
- Sound Isolating: true
- Minimum Frequency Response: 20 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 44 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Driver Size: 40 millimeters
Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wired
- Connector Size: 1/8 in. (3.5mm)
- Detachable Cord: true
Features
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Waterproof: false (Designed or treated to be impervious to water in certain situations. Products are tested under controlled laboratory conditions and then assigned an Ingress Protection (IP) rating to denote the degree of protection from water ingress. The level of protection may decrease over time with natural wear of the product.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: false
- Microphone Features: Retractable, Noise cancelling
- Controls: Volume, Mute
- Body Metrics Measured: Not Applicable
- Bone Conducting Technology: false
- Lighting Type: None
Design
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Style: Gaming
- Adjustable Headband: true
- Foldable Design: true
Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Not Applicable (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
Material
- Ear Cushion Material: Vegan Leather
- Headband Material: Steel
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- UPC: 810052980140

Every aspect of the Arctis Prime headset was meticulously designed with a single goal in mind: victory. Co-developed with the world's leading competitive players, the Arctis Prime headset has advanced high fidelity audio drivers, lightweight durable metal construction, noise-isolating ear cushions, noise-canceling Discord-certified mic, detachable 3.5mm cable, on-headset controls.

High Fidelity Audio Drivers: Advanced sound drivers calibrated for maximum detail separation at the highest competitive levels of gameplay
All-Platform Capability: Made for all gaming platforms, including PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Switch via the universal 3.5mm wired connection.
Discord-certified ClearCast Microphone: Advanced bi-directional mic design for superior noise cancellation and crystal-clear voice comms
Lightweight Aluminum Alloy and Steel Construction: Lightweight steel and aluminum alloy construction offers maximum durability and a consistent fit
Noise Isolating Leatherette Ear Cushions: Premium soft ear cups allow you to hear less background noise so you can focus comfortably
On-headset Controls: Easily adjust volume on-the-fly and mute the microphone directly on the headset without fumbling with the cable or settings in the heat of battle.
Detachable 3.5mm Cable: Universally compatible with all gaming platforms and detachable cable at both ends for easy transport and damage protection

Whats Included

Arctis Prime Headset
Product Manual

Product Manuals

Product Datasheet/Brochure

Q: Does this headset connect properly to the xbox series x controller ?

A: Yes, it comes with a 3.5 mm jack with an extension cable for pc using audio and mic.

Q: My steelseries pros+DAC are broke at the earcup. Can i use these with the DAC as a replacement?

A: Yes, this should work, but you'd need an adapter (GameDAC 3.5mm adapter) to convert from the 3.5mm on the Prime headset to the GameDAC port.

Q: What is the length of the cable?

A: The main cable is 4ft (3.5mm connector) and there is an extension cable for PC which adds another 6ft (Dual 3.5mm). The maximum for PC is 10ft if you combine them.

Q: Is this compatible with Steelseries GG?

A: I'm sorry but the headset connects through 3.5mm headphone jack so it wont work, Find a headset with a USB hookup and that will work.

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the Arctis Prime Wired High Fidelity Gaming Headset's excellent sound quality and comfortable design. Many appreciate its affordability. The headset is praised for being easy to use. No significant drawbacks were reported.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Almost Perfect
SteelSeries really went for it at $100 to offer HiRes sound (according to them) at an affordable price point. In many ways, they did a good job, but it's not perfectly executed across the board. As a quick note - the Arctis Prime uses the same drivers as the Arctis Pro (a $170 wired headset). The Prime lacks RGB, the athletic mesh earcup fabric, and the USB DAC that has a chat/game mix. This was not sent to me for review, I purchased this (like many other headsets I test). So, with that being said… SOUND QUALITY for Music - Starting with Music, it does an admirable job but has some faults. The bass output isn't really flat, with some notes hitting harder than others. I wish it had more sub bass (below 30 Hz) but overall the headset is still incredibly clear sounding. I think Rock exposes this headset’s weakness the most where there mid-range guitars don't quite "ring" as hard as a music-focused headset. It's certainly an enjoyable headset for music, but not class leading at this price (HyperX CloudX has better music performance.) I still enjoyed listening to music on these, as the sound stage is very open and wide. SOUND QUALITY for Gaming - This is where SteelSeries focus shows. While having some issues in music performance, these things absolutely crush it with game performance. For competitive players, I haven't tested a headset that gives you more positional awareness at the $100 price point. It’s truly remarkable, even with a straight connection to a controller or PC without using something like Atmos. The game performance is phenomenal with just the right mix of bass, mids, and highs that don’t overpower each other. These have a very open sound stage, with lots of detail without being too sharp or harsh sounding (like the Arctis 7X). MIC Quality – It has a higher mic sensitivity rating than the HyperX Cloud (by only 1dB), and higher sensitivity than new Recon 500, and BlackShark V2. Overall the mic quality is above average. It has good clarity and detail, and surprisingly strong background noise rejection considering it's a passive headset. The low bass is a little lacking but for chat it's fine (Recon 500 mic has more bass). The foam sock is a nice add, as it helps reduce wind and breathing noise into the mic. Comfort - Clamp force is a little higher than average, like all Arctis headsets using the Ski-Goggle style headband. The leatherette ear pads are nice and create a good seal around the ear but don't breathe as well as some other options. The Recon 500 is more comfortable for long gaming sessions, as it has a much lighter clamp force and uses athletic mesh fabric ear pads which breathes really well. The HyperX CloudX uses a similar ear cup shape and material as the Prime, but has a lighter clamp force. Lastly, although the Arctis ear cups rotate flat to lay around your neck, the clamp force is too strong for this and puts a lot of pressure on your neck (like a weak strangle-hold on your neck). Controls/Features - This is a big callout for me because I cannot stand in-line volume controls (cough, HyperX CloudX). The volume wheel on the left ear cup is amazing, with a smooth, high quality feel. No static sounds when adjusting volume. The mic mute is a push button right above the volume wheel that works well enough for its purpose. The Arctis Prime uses a rubber cable which is proprietary but detachable. A lot of people like braided cables but rubber is much quieter (no noise transferring into the ear cup as it brushes against you). Overall, this is an amazing headset. The Turtle Beach Recon 500 has a much softer/smoother sound profile, so if you like a more laid back sound, consider those. The HyperX CloudX sounds incredibly close to the Arctis Prime and is $30 less expensive, so you could argue that it’s a better value headset. If having a real volume and mic control is important to you, and you like the SteelSeries design, then I would consider the Arctis Primes. I like having a real volume and mic control enough that I could easily justify the $30 price premium over the CloudX. Lastly, the Arctis Prime includes a 5’ Y-Adapter so you can connect this to a desktop or sound card that uses a separate headphone and mic jack, should your machine not have a combo port. Overall it’s a solid buy and easy to recommend for gamers looking for an edge on a budget!
Posted 4 years ago by GadgetryTech
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice headset
Comes with a included pop filter which is essentially since this will be close to your mouth, sound is great and you can listen to 2 audio connected devices through 3.5
Posted 2 years ago by MarcosV
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Needs Durability
I really like the comfort and sound quality on this product, but the durability lacks - velcro strap streched, ear muffins split, and chassis - cracked.
Posted 2 years ago by LuisaD2