The Steelseries Arctis 7 Overview
The Steelseries Arctis 7 gaming headset is mid-range and has a lot of value for its price.
The 2019 release of the Steelseries Arctis 7 was a great product with great features such as surround sound, wireless audio, and 24-hour battery life.
Here are the main features of the Steelseries Arctis 7 headset after some testing.
Sound Quality
Steelseries Arctis gaming headsets have a reputation for high-quality audio quality. The frequency range of the Arctis 7 is between 20 and 20,000 hertz. This allows you to hear most of what you need. The surround-sound technology allows for true gaming space placement without it sounding like you are in a tunnel. This is a huge advantage for gamers.
Microphone Quality
While the microphone’s quality is important, it is not as important as its sound. Although the Steelseries Arctic 7’s mic was good in audio quality, it is retractable which makes it stand out.
The mic can be pulled out so that it is in front of you, or retracted into the headset. This is great for friends who want to chat with each other occasionally, but it also allows you to play alone.
Battery Life
The headset’s battery lasts for 24 hours, which is enough time to play multiple games.
Pros
- Excellent value for the money
- Battery life of 24 hours
- Compatible with almost all gaming consoles
- The excellent audio quality in a situation
Cons
- Mediocre microphone quality
- Audiophiles are the only ones who can really hear the frequency response.
You will need to modify customizable features with an app or software. These features may not be available on the PlayStation 4, 5, or Xbox one.
Steelseries Arctis Pro Overview
The Steelseries Arctis Pro wireless gaming headset is basically a redesigned version of the Steelseries Arctis 7.
This headset is built with better audio quality and has an overall better build. It is ideal for audiophiles who have high standards.
Sound quality
Some people won’t notice a difference between the Steelseries Arctis 7 wireless gaming headset and the Steelseries Arctis Pro wireless headphones.
But if you are an audiophile, like me, you will. The frequency range for the SteelSeries Arctis 7 is 20 – 22,000hz while the Pro has a range of 10 – 40,000. It has a better bass response and is crisper.
Mic Quality
The Arctis Pro mic was significantly better than the Arctis 7 in terms of mic quality. The Arctis Pro microphone delivers studio-quality clarity, noise cancellation, and background noise reduction. This mic is a must-have for streaming or multi-player gaming.
You have two options for connecting to the Arctis Pro: Wired and wireless. The wired option is the most affordable and includes a USB chat dial that saves your battery.
The SteelSeries Arctis pro wireless gaming headset comes with a transmitter base station which allows you to adjust settings such as volume, mix, and EQ. This option is only available through an Arctis app.
DTS Headphone X
DTS elevates headphone audio to a new level. This type of audio doesn’t just provide situational sound; it also provides 3D audio for superior gaming. This can be a big advantage in games such as Fortnite or PUBG, where directional audio can make all the difference.
Pros
- High-fidelity audio, with a frequency range of 10-40,000 Hz to create a richer sound signature
- Professional speakers
- ClearCast mic offers studio-quality frequency response
- With an included base station, the wireless version allows you to customize your controls
Cons
- Expensive
- Some features, such as surround sound or voice chat mix, are not available on Xbox One and PS4 (PC only).
Arctis 7 Vs Arctic Pro Wireless Comparison
Frequency Response And Sound quality
The frequency response of audio-playback equipment refers to the range of pitches that speakers can emit before audio quality starts to drop. Frequency ranges from 20Hz to 20,000Hz can be received by humans.
The Arctis Pros come with the most advanced speaker drivers. They use neodymium magnets to produce high-res audio at 10Hz to 40,000Hz, with a volume sensitivity of 102dB.
High-res audio refers only to audio that exceeds a threshold in bit-audio depth or sample rate. It generally increases audio clarity.
The Arctis 7s features a similar but less powerful set of neodymium drivers. They can produce pitches between 20-20,000Hz and have a volume sensitivity of only 98dB. Harmonic distortion is lower than 3%.
You might be wondering why headphones should have speakers that can push approximately 20,000Hz above and 10Hz below the human audio spectrum.
But the articulation of headphones is not important. It’s what it does for sound quality.
The Pro headphones offer a wide frequency range, which means pitches within the human audio spectrum are not a problem. This results in pristine sound quality and low harmonic distortion.
MIC
Despite all the improvements to the Pro’s speaker driver, it still has the same microphone as the Arctis 7s.
Both have noise-canceling bidirectional patterns that can be adjusted to a frequency range of 100-10,000Hz and -38dBA volume sensitivities.
It’s disappointing that the same mic has been updated. I would like to see more improvements in functionality to make sure you get the most bang for your buck.
SteelSeries is being more proactive than usual, and this is an ‘if it ain’t broke don’t fix it’ situation.
They have already made their mics far more effective than the noise-canceling, omnidirectional designs of other companies.
An Omni-mic’s noise-canceling feature is not something you can add to it. SteelSeries’ bidirectional approach to noise cancellation is more effective because it is integrated into the mic’s pattern.
Batteries
The battery used in the Arctis 7 was already very impressive. It can provide 24 hours of continuous use on one charge.
This is a great deal, and it’s not healthy to play any longer than that. Steel Series has not made any performance changes to the battery in light of this fact, but they have improved on its practicality.
The battery can be easily removed from the set of Arctis Pro headphones. This makes it easier to charge and allows you to change them if they start to fade.
Controls and I/O
These controls are very similar. Both have large, easily-located mute buttons on their left ear cups. Next comes a volume wheel, main cable jack, then a headphone sharing jack.
These controls are separated by the chat/mix dial. This dial can be found in the right earcup of the 7s along with the USB charging port, power button, and USB charging port. On the Pros, the chat/mix dial is on a separate module.
Because the Pro has a removable battery, the I/O array is slightly different to the 7’s. There won’t be a USB charging port on the earcup.
Materials, Design, And Comfort
Airweave is the name of the fabric that covers both these headphones’ ear cushions. It is extremely soft, but firm, and highly breathable.
It shouldn’t be a problem to wear either pair of headphones for extended periods of time. The inside of the ear cups has a deep depression that prevents contact between the ears, which eliminates fatigue. The ski-goggle fabric headband can be easily adjusted, making it extremely comfortable.
The headbands are made from lightweight steel, aluminum alloys, and lateral joints. Although we would prefer full-metal construction it doesn’t seem to have any effect on overall durability.
Although the Arctis 7’s swivel joints may feel a bit lost, they aren’t susceptible to the annoying creaking and squeaking sounds that can be found in headphones.
Although the Pros are a bit tighter than other headphones, they don’t feel uncomfortable.
RGB And Software
This round is dominated by the Arctis Pro. The Pros are able to combine RGB brilliance with a tasteful glow thanks to their LED-laced outer ears and illuminated microphone.
The Pros’ RGB earpiece is not too loud or overbearing. You can also customize the sequence and color, as well as sync it up with other Prism RGB accessories using SteelSeries software.
The power button, which changes color to show battery, is the only light available on the Arctis 7.
The software that comes with both headphones has RGB illumination adjustable options. We are happy to report that it is identical and well-designed.
You can adjust your volume, choose different audio modes and test the software before you start playing.
GameDAC
The GameDAC option is one of the best features of the Pro line headphones. GameDAC is a digital-to-analog converter that allows for super-high-resolution audio reproduction at 96KHz.
It also boosts general clarity and precise locational audio. The Pro can be purchased with or without GameDAC. The wires are a bit short but it’s an excellent addition that will bring a smile to any audiophile’s faces.
GameDAC is only available to Pro series users.
FAQs About Arctis 7 Wireless Vs Arctis Pro Wireless
Which is better, the SteelSeries Arctis 7 or Arctis Pro?
The Arctis Pro has the better overall audio quality and a wider frequency range. The Arctis 7’s battery is longer than that of the Arctis Pro Wireless.
Is the SteelSeries Pro Arctis Pro worth the price?
Yes, the Arctis Pro is a great gaming and music player. The Arctis Pro + GameDAC version is especially well-equipped for high-res gaming audio.
Should I purchase the SteelSeries Arctis 7, or should I not?
Yes. Yes. These include DTS Headphones:X v2.0 surround sound and a battery exceedingly long of 24 hours.
Is it worth the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless?
Yes. SteelSeries included many features in the Arctis Pro Wireless. These include DTS HeadphoneX v2.0 surround sound, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and a dedicated transmitter that has controls for ChatMix, volume, and OLED display.
Conclusion
This article will help you choose the best option for you based on your requirements. Your budget is an important factor when deciding between Steelseries Arctis Pro Wireless vs Arctis 7. Both products are well worth the investment. You should choose the one that best suits your needs. Rezence hopes you found this article helpful. Let us know in the comments below which product you are interested in .