Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 20.14 cm | - | |
Width | 17.97 cm | - | |
Depth | 9.08 cm | - | |
Weight | 295.8 g | - | |
Colour | - | Slate | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 18 m |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | aptX HD | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Built-in Decoders | - | Dolby Atmos | |
Sound Effects | Windows Sonic surround sound | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 40000 Hz | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 109 dB +/- 3dB | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 3. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3. |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Form Factor | - | Detachable headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | -42 dB | |
Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 2dB | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | 2.2 kOhm |
CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Cable Type | Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable Headset cable - 3 m |
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Additional Functions | - | RGB lighting |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | - | 15 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 3 | CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT |
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Included Accessories | - | Protective pouch, USB wireless receiver | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |