SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. Adesso Xtream H5U

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and Adesso Xtream H5U. 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 5 vs. Adesso Xtream H5U Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB
Height 19.685 cm -
Width 21.59 cm -
Depth 4.724 cm -
Weight 363.1 g 200 g Adesso Xtream H5U are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones.
Colour White | Black -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Computer
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 5 offer a larger frequency range than Adesso Xtream H5U.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 105 dB +/- 3dB Adesso Xtream H5U have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Omni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -48 dB -40 dB
Impedance 2200 Ohm 2.2 kOhm
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Controls Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute Volume control
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Headset cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length 3 m 1.8 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Additional Functions Adjustable RGB lighting -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Connector Type Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
Headset (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Adesso Xtream H5U
Included Accessories USB ChatMix Dial -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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