In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 7 and Skullcandy PLYR. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 19.7 cm | 18.9 cm | |
Width | 17.5 cm | 19.2 cm | |
Depth | 9.1 cm | 9.5 cm | |
Weight | 353 g | 315 g | Skullcandy PLYR are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 7 headphones. |
Colour | White | Black | Black digi hype | |
Earpad Material | - | Memory foam | |
Protection | - | Water-resistant | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Skullcandy PLYR can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.2 | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Skullcandy PLYR are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | DTS Headphone:X 2.0 | Skullcandy Supreme Sound®, Enhanced Sound Perception | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 7 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy PLYR. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Skullcandy PLYR have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 7. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in & removable boom | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Bi-directional | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 6500 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | - | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Controls | - | Volume, mute button, equaliser preset |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Cable Type | USB charge cable Audio cable |
Headset cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Features | - | Mute LED indicator, Tile finding technology, Multipoint Pairing, automatic device switching, Clear Voice Smart Mic |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 24 hour(s) | 24 hour(s) | Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with 10 min charge): up to 1.8 hours |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 7 | Skullcandy PLYR |
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Included Accessories | Wireless transmitter | Headset cable, USB-C to USB-A cable | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows, Android tablet | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |