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- Table of Contents
- Top
- Main Differences
- Design
- Sound
- Isolation
- Microphone
- Active Features
- Connectivity
- Comments
SteelSeries Arctis 5 2019 Edition vs SteelSeries Arctis Prime
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
SteelSeries Arctis 5 2019 Edition
SteelSeries Arctis Prime
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TypeOver-ear
EnclosureClosed-Back
WirelessNo
TransducerDynamic
Noise CancellingNo
MicYes
TypeOver-ear
EnclosureClosed-Back
WirelessNo
TransducerDynamic
Noise CancellingNo
MicYes
Variants
- Arctis 5 2019 Edition (Black)
- Arctis 5 2019 Edition (White)
- Arctis Prime (Apex Legends)
- Arctis Prime (Black)
Our Verdict
SteelSeries Arctis 5 2019 Edition
SteelSeries Arctis Prime
The SteelSeries Arctis 5 2019 Edition are slightly better gaming headphones than the SteelSeries Arctis Prime. While both headphones are similarly comfortable, the 5 are compatible with SteelSeries Engine software, which allows you to customize their sound profile using the graphic EQ and presets. They also come with a dock that has a channel mixing knob. However, the Prime are better built, and their mic has a better recording quality.