Second Chance SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds Black

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Condition of this Second Chance product

Used for up to 30 days
Returned product in damaged original packaging
Incomplete but works without missing accessories/parts
3 sizes of ear tips

Pros and cons

According to our gaming headset expert

You can easily connect the GameBuds to your platform with the USB-C dongle or Bluetooth.
Thanks to the noise canceling microphone, your friends don't hear background noises.
With an 10-hour battery life, you can game for hours without having to charge in between.
Surround sound is only available on PC.

Description

With the SteelSeries Arctic GameBuds Black, play your favorite games and experience in-game sounds. These gaming earbuds easily connect to your smartphone, PC, Nintendo Switch, or PlayStation with the USB-C dongle or Bluetooth. You can hear all the game audio in 360 degrees around you and know exactly where your opponents are coming from with surround sound. This way, you're always one step ahead. You can also communicate online without background noises thanks to the noise suppression in the microphone. Your message always comes across clearly this way. The average 30-hour battery life of the earbuds lets you keep playing for a long time without recharging it.

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Manual(1.73 MB)
Charging case
USB-C dongle
3 earbuds sizes
USB-C to USB-A cable
USB-C to USB-A extension cord

Key specs

	Computer platform	PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
	Connection type	Wireless
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Microphone noise suppression
	Noise canceling
	Sound quality according to Coolblue	Stand

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Good gaming earphones with handy app

Easy installation
Good battery life
Choose from different presets
Noise cancelling could be better

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are handy gaming earphones with which I play my games with excellent sound. I easily connect the earphones to my PlayStation 5 and smartphone. I can also easily switch between channels. The sound of the earphones could be a bit louder in my opinion.

Easy to use When I take the earphones out of the box, I see the charging case with the GameBuds and USB C dongle in it, a USB C cable with which I charge the charging case, a USB A dongle and 2 different sizes of earplugs. I plug the USB C dongle into my PlayStation 5. I turn on the game buds and they immediately connect to my PlayStation. This goes smoothly and quickly. I can also easily connect the earphones to my smartphone via Bluetooth. The instructions are all in the box, which also makes this go quickly. The battery of the GameBuds lasts about 10 hours. That is long enough for a good gaming session. This also makes the GameBuds suitable for gaming on the go, for example on a Nintendo Switch or your smartphone.

Adjust settings In the SteelSeries Arctis Companion app, I adjust various settings of the GameBuds, such as noise cancelling and microphone volume. I also choose from various audio presets for different games. This way, I can quickly switch between the best audio settings for Call of Duty and Astro Bot, for example. When I tap the GameBuds 3 times, the channel switches from my smartphone to my PlayStation. This is quick and easy.

Good sound with excellent noise cancelling I play Call of Duty with an audio preset from the list in the Companion App. What I immediately notice is that the sound of the GameBuds is not very loud, which I am used to from a headset. This is less convenient for Call of Duty. Via the Companion App, I easily switch off the audio limiter, after which the sound is louder. The noise cancelling of the GameBuds is fine, but could be better. I also adjust this noise cancelling via the companion app. The microphone sounds clear and I also adjust it completely in the app. This way, I can always be heard by my teammates or friends in the PlayStation party.

These Arctis GameBuds are best suited if you like to game on the go or play more casual games. The earbuds are easy to use and I can adjust the settings to my liking. The sound level is a bit soft for competitive games, but loud enough for casual gamers. The microphone is of good quality and the charging case is very handy.

Review by:
Sem. Gaming specialist.
Date:
7 November 2024
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,6 out of 10.

The gamebuds for gamers

Sound quality
Sleek design
You don't hear anything anymore

As a gamer, I am always looking for accessories that enhance my experience. I recently tested the Steelseries Arctis Gamebuds, and I was pleasantly surprised. These earbuds are not only sturdy and comfortable, but also deliver an impressive sound. Whether it's explosions or subtle footsteps, everything sounds clear and powerful. This makes gaming feel much more immersive. an 8/10.

Review by:
Thomas
Date:
10 January 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,2 out of 10.

Design buds with great sound reproduction

Sound
Connectivity
Long battery life
fit/wearing comfort

I was able to test the gamebuds for a few weeks. I mainly did this on the PS and phone. The sound is incredibly good. Especially with the PS more than excellent sound reproduction/gaming experience and with the help of the app you can personalize the sound. With the app you can also set the microphone, read how much % the buds are still charged and how much % the battery has left. Talking to your gaming friends is excellent, both myself and the friends have clear sound, so the microphone also does its job well. When used in combination with your phone, switching between music and phone calls is easy to call. The entire set also comes with a dongle so that you can connect the dongle to devices without Bluetooth in order to still be able to use the buds. Super handy. Three sizes of caps are also supplied for the buds, so that the buds fit well in the ears. Except for me. And that is why I find that a minor point. When sitting still they stay in place, but when moving they fall out of my ears.

As long as they are on, they are comfortable to wear. The appearance of the gamebuds and the battery looks nice, sleek design and compact to carry. In short, a great product if you are looking for gamebuds. I think that is where they come into their own, at least that is what we experienced.

Review by:
L. Haijtsma
Date:
13 January 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	954780
	Manufacturer code	61680
	Brand	SteelSeries
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue
	Old product returned for free

General features

General features
	Type of gaming headset	Gaming earbuds
	Computer platform	PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Connection type	Wireless
	Type of configuration software	Arctis Companion App

Audio properties

Audio properties
	Audio channels	7.1
	Noise canceling
	Volume control speaker(s)
	Volume controls location	Ear cup
	Speaker drivers	6 mm
	Driver type	Neodymium
	Minimum frequency range	20 Hz
	Maximum frequency range	20 kHZ
	Impedance	140 O
	Sound quality according to Coolblue	Stand

Microphone properties

Microphone properties
	Microphone noise suppression
	Microphone mute function
	How to mute	Via the button on the ear cup
	Type of microphone	Blocked

Connectivity

Connectivity
	Base station
	Bluetooth
	USB port
	Type of USB port	USB-C
	Headphone jack

Lighting

Lighting
	Lighting peripherals

Physical properties

Physical properties
	Material	Plastic
	Ear cups design	Closed design
	Ear cushion material	Rubber
	Foldable
	Color	Black
	Weight	62 g

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Good gaming earphones with handy app

The gamebuds for gamers

Design buds with great sound reproduction

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