There's a reason you can find a thousand different types of headsets. It's because people tend to have widely different preferences in how and where they listen to music. People have preferences big and small, from preferring which ear-cup connects with the headphone's cable, to preferences with...

After trying the Arctis 1 headset with different audio content, we have noticed a signature nearly identical to the Arctis 3 Bluetooth by using the same input which is the Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 internal sound card.

Until Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset came along last month, Steelseries' Arctis 7 had been sitting unchallenged at the top of my best gaming headset list for absolutely yonks. I still have a big soft spot for the Arctis 7 – it's still the best wireless headset you can buy right now, after all, as...

The Steelseries Arctis 1 Wireless is a capable, relatively inexpensive gaming headset that enables wireless sound and communication on your Nintendo Switch. It works with nearly any other gaming device as well, and it's comfortable to wear.

Works wirelessly with the Nintendo Switch; Flexible connection options; Comfortable

Bass-heavy, slightly muddy sound; Mediocre microphone; USB dongle is inconvenient when using with a phone; No place to store the dongle

Good gaming headsets are getting cheap, and cheap gaming headsets are getting a whole lot better. 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.

The Nintendo Switch is a terrific game system, but it has a significant weakness: voice chat. Without a microphone or Bluetooth functionality, what few games support voice chat require either a wired headset in handheld mode, or using your own phone with Nintendo's awkwardly implemented Switch Online voice chat. Steelseries has a wireless answer for this, and it's a surprisingly flexible and economical one. The $99.99 Arctis 1 Wireless gaming headset uses a USB-C dongle to connect wirelessly to your Nintendo Switch, enabling game audio with voice chat, and thanks to a USB-A extension cable and a 3.5mm connection, it can work just as well with your PC or any other game console. If you've been looking for a way to talk trash on Fortnite with your Switch without using any wires, the Arctis 1 is a compelling headset, though its audio performance doesn't measure up to similarly priced wired options. Design The Arctis 1 Wireless is built similarly to the wired Arctis 1, with a fairly s...

The Steelseries Arctis 1 Wireless gaming headset is one of the very few ways you can use wireless voice chat on your Nintendo Switch, and it works with most other gaming and mobile devices, too.

Works wirelessly with the Nintendo Switch; Flexible connection options; Comfortable

Bass-heavy, slightly muddy sound; Mediocre microphone; USB dongle is inconvenient when using with a phone; No place to store the dongle

I felt that SteelSeries ’ biggest splash of the year was going to be SteelSeries Arctis 9X , regardless of what else they put out this year. It became my easy-to-sell go-to for anyone looking for a solid wireless Xbox One audio solution.

The SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless provides an excellent wireless Switch experience, but it may not be comfortable to wear for long game sessions.

Easy to use; Excellent sound quality; Long battery life

Not comfortable for long periods

SteelSeries' Arctis headset line has become known for shaking up the headset market like a sonorous, perfectly cushioned Pac-Man and is nearly as synonymous with gaming too. The SteelSeries Arctis 1 gaming headset brings the brand to an even cheaper price point ($49.99 at the time of writing).

Strong sound for the price; Subtle styling; Comfortable and breathable; Detachable mic sounds great

No ski goggle headband; Bassier than other Arctis cans; No ChatMix control

The SteelSeries ARCTIS 1 is a good headset for the price that you pay. The headset feels comfortable enough for long gaming sessions while playing the part of a set of great quality headphones. The build quality is also above average for the price point.

Very Comfortable on head and ears; Lightweight; Good volume with little distortion; Compatible with many different devices; Adapters included; Great drivers

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