Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and MSI IMMERSE GH20. 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 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 19.685 cm | 19.6 cm | |
Width | 21.59 cm | 17.2 cm | |
Depth | 4.724 cm | 8.3 cm | |
Weight | 363.1 g | 245 g | MSI IMMERSE GH20 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones. |
Colour | White | Black | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, computer |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | 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 MSI IMMERSE GH20. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 95 dB +/- 3dB | SteelSeries Arctis 5 have higher sensitivity than MSI IMMERSE GH20. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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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 | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Audio Input Details | - | Uni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm | |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | -36 dB | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | 2.2 kOhm | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Controls | Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute | Volume, microphone on/off |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped Remote control cable - detachable |
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Cable Length | 3 m | 1.5 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Additional Functions | Adjustable RGB lighting | - |
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CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Connector Type | Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB |
Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | MSI IMMERSE GH20 |
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Included Accessories | USB ChatMix Dial | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |