SteelSeries Arctis 1 vs. Audio-Technica ATH G1WL

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 1 and Audio-Technica ATH G1WL. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 1 vs. Audio-Technica ATH G1WL Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless
Height 18.9 cm -
Width 18.5 cm -
Depth 8.71 cm -
Weight 288 g 297 g SteelSeries Arctis 1 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 1 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Receiver: 5.5 cm x 1.8 cm x 1 cm / 9 g
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 9 m 12 m Audio-Technica ATH G1WL have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 1.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - SteelSeries Arctis 1 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH G1WL offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 1.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 101 dB/mW Audio-Technica ATH G1WL have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 1.
Impedance 32 Ohm 45 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH G1WL have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 1.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Hypercardioid
Noise Cancelling Yes - SteelSeries Arctis 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 6500 Hz 30 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH G1WL offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 1.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -43 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Controls Volume, power on/off, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, surround on/off, microphone on/mute
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Cable Type USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable
Micro-USB charge cable - detachable
Headset cable - detachable
USB charge cable - detachable - 2 m
Cable Length 3.05 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Battery Type Headset battery Lithium Ion Headset battery lithium polymer
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 15 hour(s) SteelSeries Arctis 1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH G1WL.
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Modulation Type - AFH
Radio Transmitter Power - 12.5 mW
Radio Frequency Range - 2.404 - 2.476GHz
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Connector Type Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
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OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter Wind screen, 2 earpads, USB wireless receiver
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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