Creative Sound BlasterX H3 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Creative Sound BlasterX H3 and SteelSeries Arctis 5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Creative Sound BlasterX H3 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19.685 cm
Width - 21.59 cm
Depth - 4.724 cm
Weight - 363.1 g
Colour - White | Black
Recommended Use Game console Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 5 offer a larger frequency range than Creative Sound BlasterX H3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 118 dB/mW 98 dB Creative Sound BlasterX H3 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 15000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Creative Sound BlasterX H3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Audio Input Details Uni-directional - 100 - 15000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dBV/Pascal -48 dB
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Controls Mute, volume Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute
CABLE Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.2 m
Audio splitter cable - 1.2 m
Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Cable Length - 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Additional Functions - Adjustable RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
OTHERS Creative Sound BlasterX H3 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Included Accessories - USB ChatMix Dial
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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