SteelSeries Arctis Prime

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Product details

SteelSeries Arctis Prime was developed together with the world's best professional gamers. SteelSeries have created a headset that is designed down to the smallest detail with one goal in mind: victory.
The headset features state-of-the-art audio drivers that deliver detailed in-game playback. High-quality speakers with playback up to 40 KHz, more than double that of standard headsets. Each high-quality manufactured component weighs only a few grams and ensures maximum durability.

High-quality leatherette ear cushions for hours of comfort without distracting ambient noise. Best possible noise cancellation for clear and natural voice transmission. Compatible with all platforms with two separable ports for protection and portability. Convenient volume control with mute function via the control on the ear cup.

Key specifications

Headset Type
On Ear Headset
Gaming Platform
PC Gaming Headset, 
PS4 headset, 
PS5 headset, 
Switch headset, 
Xbox One headset
Equipment + Functions
Microphones, 
Mute, 
Noise Reduction, 
Removable cable, 
Volume control
Audio Connections
1 x USB-C, 
Jack 3.5mm (1x)
Item number
15957703

General information

Manufacturer
SteelSeries
Category
Gaming headset
Manufacturer no.
61487
Release date
30.3.2021

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Gaming headset features

Headset Type
On Ear Headset
Headphone output
Stereo
Gaming Platform
PC Gaming Headset, 
PS4 headset, 
PS5 headset, 
Switch headset, 
Xbox One headset
Peripheral signal transmission
Cable
Fit
Headband
Driver diameter
40 mm
Headphone features + functions
Microphones, 
Mute, 
Noise Reduction, 
Removable cable, 
Volume control

Audio properties

Frequency range
10 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity
92 dB
Impedance
32 Ω (ohm)
Max. noise level
38 dB

Audio cable properties

Music control
Universal (1-button remote control)
Headphone cable length
1.8m

Connections

Audio Connections
1 x USB-C, 
Jack 3.5mm (1x)

Power supply

Power supply
Phantom Power Supply

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Microphone windscreen

Product dimensions

Weight
348 g

Package dimensions

Length
23 cm
Width
24 cm
Height
11 cm
Weight
810 g

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Gaming headset» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 11.Logitech
  • 13.Trust
  • 14.SteelSeries
  • 15.EPOS
  • 16.Havit

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 13.Microsoft
  • 15.Razer
  • 15.Sony
  • 17.SteelSeries
  • 18.ASUS

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Gaming headset» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 15.Turtle Beach
  • 16.HP
  • 17.SteelSeries
  • 18.Corsair
  • 19.Beyerdynamic
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingGood73/100
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PC Welt Online Logo
PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseJune 2021
  • Positivegreat, clear sound
  • Positivehigh wearing comfort
  • Positivegood microphone
  • Positivemultiply deployable
  • NegativeA little too expensive

The test of the Steelseries Arctis Prime shows that the Danish manufacturer has concentrated on the essentials. This may sound unspectacular at first, but the Arctis Prime wants nothing more than to deliver the basics as well as possible - and it does, thanks to a great sound, good microphone, high wearing comfort and a wide range of uses...

Good70/100
Toms Hardware Guide Logo
Toms Hardware GuideSingle testReleaseSeptember 2021
  • PositiveWell-balanced and comfortable
  • PositiveWide frequency response
  • PositiveAbove average mic performance
  • NegativeBass can get in the way of other frequencies
  • Negative3.5mm only
  • NegativeHi-Res performance could be better