SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. 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 3 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Height 20.14 cm -
Width 17.97 cm -
Depth 9.08 cm -
Weight 295.8 g 310 g SteelSeries Arctis 3 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 3 headphones.
Recommended Use Game console, computer -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
Sensitivity 98 dB 99 dB/mW Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
Impedance 32 Ohm 38 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -48 dB -
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Controls - Volume
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Cable Type Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable
Headset cable - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 40 hour(s)
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Included Accessories - Protective pouch
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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