SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. JLab Audio Play Gaming

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and JLab Audio Play Gaming. 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. JLab Audio Play Gaming Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 20.14 cm 17.8 cm
Width 17.97 cm 14.8 cm
Depth 9.08 cm 7.29 cm
Weight 295.8 g -
Colour - Black/blue
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, phone
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 9 m
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 3 offer a larger frequency range than JLab Audio Play Gaming.
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -48 dB -38 dB
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Cable Type Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable
Headset cable - 3 m
Micro-USB charge cable
Audio cable - detachable - with volume control
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 400 mAh
Battery Life - 22 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 22 hours
Standby Time - 400 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
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OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 3 JLab Audio Play Gaming
Included Accessories - Travel bag
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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