MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI DS502 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

MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Height 19 cm 19.685 cm
Width 22 cm 21.59 cm
Depth 10 cm 4.724 cm
Weight 405 g 363.1 g SteelSeries Arctis 5 are lighter than MSI DS502 headphones.
Colour - White | Black
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 5 offer a larger frequency range than MSI DS502.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 105 dB 98 dB MSI DS502 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 MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Sensitivity -36 dB -48 dB
Impedance 2.2 kOhm 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, bass control Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute
CABLE MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Cable Type - Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Cable Length 2 m 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Additional Functions LED lights Adjustable RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis 5
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
OTHERS MSI DS502 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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