SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. Microsoft Modern USB Headset

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and Microsoft Modern USB Headset. 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. Microsoft Modern USB Headset Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB
Height 20.14 cm 17.3 cm
Width 17.97 cm 16.7 cm
Depth 9.08 cm 6 cm
Weight 295.8 g 142 g Microsoft Modern USB Headset are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 3 headphones.
Colour - Black
Recommended Use Game console, computer Computer
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 100 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 3 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 91 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 28 mm SteelSeries Arctis 3 have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Modern USB Headset microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -48 dB -
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Controls - Mute, volume, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Cable Type Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable
Headset cable - 3 m
USB cable
Detachable Cable Yes -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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