SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless vs. ASTRO Gaming A30

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless and ASTRO Gaming A30. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless vs. ASTRO Gaming A30 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C Headset - Bluetooth / LIGHTSPEED - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-A via Bluetooth adapter
Height 19.1 cm 19.45 cm
Width 17.8 cm 16.36 cm
Depth 8.71 cm 8.1 cm
Weight 255 g 342 g SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Transmitter: 1.3 cm x 4.88 cm x 1.43 cm / 3.2 g
Microphone: 0.86 cm x 15.83 cm x 2.96 cm / 13.1 g
Colour Black White | Navy
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Headband Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 9 m 15 m ASTRO Gaming A30 have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth / LIGHTSPEED
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 3% <1% ASTRO Gaming A30 have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
Sensitivity - 105 dB/mW
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 98 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 ASTRO Gaming A30 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - Moving coil dynamic
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Uni-directional, omni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 6500 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Mute, volume, power on/off, Bluetooth, call
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Cable Type Audio cable
USB-C to USB-A cable
Micro-USB charge cable
Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 27 hour(s) ASTRO Gaming A30 lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
Charging Time - 4.13 hour(s)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless ASTRO Gaming A30
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter Protective case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows, Android tablet
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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