SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
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
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
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
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
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 3 CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 3 CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 15 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 CORSAIR Gaming VIRTUOSO RGB XT
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
Included Accessories - Protective pouch, USB wireless receiver
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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