Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2. 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 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless | |
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Height | 19.685 cm | 17.75 cm | |
Width | 21.59 cm | 26.2 cm | |
Depth | 4.724 cm | 8.72 cm | |
Weight | 363.1 g | 318 g | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Transmitter: 1.96 cm x 6.58 cm x 0.76 cm / 7.1 g | |
Colour | White | Black | White, green | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 15 m |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | - | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
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 ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | <3% | Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 100 dB | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 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. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | - | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | - | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Controls | Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute | Flip-to-mute |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped Remote control cable - detachable |
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m | |
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Cable Length | 3 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Additional Functions | Adjustable RGB lighting | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 1050 mAh | |
Battery Life | - | 15 hour(s) | |
Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) | |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Connector Type | Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Included Accessories | USB ChatMix Dial | Wireless transmitter | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |