Thankfully, the adapter is relatively small and portable, and works with a range of devices, including computers, most modern Android phones, and the Nintendo Switch. The headset uses a 2.4GHz connection instead of Bluetooth, and while that does make for a more reliable connection, it means you’ll need to use the adapter. In the box, there’s also a detachable microphone and a USB-C dongle to connect to listening devices. Once again, SteelSeries says that MicroUSB was used to keep down costs, but considering the fact that USB-C is so important to how the headset works and connects, we think it’s a cost that the company should have factored in. There’s also a MicroUSB port - which is a little disappointing to see. On the right ear cup you’ll find a power button, while on the left is where you’ll find the majority of other controls, including a microphone mute switch, a volume wheel, and an aux port. Notably, the headset does not offer the much-loved ski-goggle headband, which SteelSeries says was in an effort to keep the price of the headset down. The headset features the same oval-shaped ear cups, sleek build, and overall style as other SteelSeries headsets. The first thing you’ll notice about the SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless headset is its design, and it looks like a typical SteelSeries headset - though with a few notable exceptions. Is it worth buying? We’ve been testing the headset for a few weeks to find out.

Just a few months after the launch of the $50 SteelSeries Arctis 1 gaming headset, the company has launched a new wireless version, called the SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.Īt $100, however, the SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless headset isn’t as cheap as the standard Arctis 1 - but it does add a ton of extra features and versatility. Good gaming headsets are getting cheap, and cheap gaming headsets are getting a whole lot better.

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