SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. Audio-Technica ATH G1WL

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and Audio-Technica ATH G1WL. 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. Audio-Technica ATH G1WL Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless
Height 19.685 cm -
Width 21.59 cm -
Depth 4.724 cm -
Weight 363.1 g 297 g Audio-Technica ATH G1WL are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Receiver: 5.5 cm x 1.8 cm x 1 cm / 9 g
Colour White | Black -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes 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 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH G1WL offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 101 dB/mW Audio-Technica ATH G1WL have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Impedance 32 Ohm 45 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH G1WL have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Hypercardioid
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 30 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH G1WL offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Sensitivity -48 dB -43 dBV/Pascal
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Controls Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute Volume, surround on/off, microphone on/mute
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
USB charge cable - detachable - 2 m
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Additional Functions Adjustable RGB lighting -
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Battery Type - Headset battery lithium polymer
Battery Life - 15 hour(s)
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Modulation Type - AFH
Radio Transmitter Power - 12.5 mW
Radio Frequency Range - 2.404 - 2.476GHz
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Connector Type Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
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OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 5 Audio-Technica ATH G1WL
Included Accessories USB ChatMix Dial Wind screen, 2 earpads, USB wireless receiver
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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