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To really get the full gaming experience you are going to assume that it’s down to graphics and speed. But a gaming headset not only allows you to immerse yourself into the game, but you can also hear your enemies much clearer.
We are going to look at two gaming headsets from SteelSeries, Arctis 7 vs Siberia 800. We will focus on their design, comfort and those specific features reacted to the sound quality. Once we have finished comparing them, we will review the specifics in a side by side chart before adding some pros and cons of each.
Really, there is only one feature that the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800 have in common, so we will start there.
SteelSeries Arctis 7 vs Siberia 800 – Similarities
Quick Glance
Below you can see how the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800 compare side by side.
Connectivity
You can connect the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800 via USB, which is included or wirelessly. The range of the Arctis 7 is up to 40ft but there is no information on the Siberia 800.
With that in mind, we will bow look at how the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800 are different.
Differences Between SteelSeries Arctis 7 and Siberia 800
Appearance
Both are attractive and not obviously a gaming headset so you would also be able to use them in the office.
Arctis 7
This gaming headset is 7.76 x 6.89 x 3.68 inches. It is incredibly lightweight at just 0.78 pounds. You have the option of black or white.
Siberia 800
These are larger at 7.87 x 7.87 x 5.91 inches and weigh more at 1.11 pounds. On the other hand, you get more color options; black, white, green, red, and purple.
The Winner Is- A Tie
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Sound System
The two sound systems are quite different and will likely make a big difference in your buying choice.
Arctis 7
You can benefit from the s1 speaker drivers for ultra-low distortion as well as the next generation 360 degrees DTS headphone: 7.1 surround sound.
Siberia 800
In this case, you have Dolby virtual 7.1 surround sound.
The Winner Is- The Arctis 7
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Compatibility
Though they have similar compatibility, the sound system varies.
Arctis 7
This is compatible with PC, Mac, PlayStation, Apple TV, Roku, home theatres, mobile devices, Nintendo and Xbox 360. The DTS Headphone: x v2.0 surround sound is only compatible with PCs.
Siberia 800
You can connect to all of the same devices except Nintendo. The Dolby virtual 7.1 surround sound works with all of your connections.
The Winner Is- A Tie
The Microphone
Both microphones are retractable and have a mute option, however, there is one slight difference.
Arctis 7
This is a bidirectional microphone with noise cancellation.
Siberia 800
The directional microphone doesn’t have noise cancellation.
The Winner Is- The Arctis 7
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Volume Controls
There are volume controls on the ear cup of both the headsets while one has a second option.
Arctis 7
To change the volume, you will find the controls on the back of the left ear cup.
Siberia 800
As well as the controls on the ear cup, this set comes with an OLED display to adjust your controls.
The Winner Is- The Siberia 800
Battery Life
For serious gaming, the last thing you need is for the battery of your headset to run out.
Arctis 7
The battery life is over 24 hours. You can charge the headset with the USB cable and continue playing while charging.
Siberia 800
You will receive two hot-swappable Li-ion batteries for unlimited playing.
The Winner Is- The Siberia 800
Materials
Again, if you are wearing these gaming headsets for any length of time, you want to make sure they are comfortable.
Arctis 7
These have AirWeave ear cushions, breathable woven silk google fabric and a lightweight, durable steel headband.
Siberia 800
The ear cushions have memory foam and the headband is padded. The surface is leather.
The Winner Is- The Arctis 7
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Pros and Cons
Before the final verdict, here are a few pros and cons of the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800.
Arctis 7
Pros:
- Extremely low latency
- Clear, crisp sound for with the headphone and the microphone
- Good quality materials
Cons:
- There is a bit of a crackling sound while gaming and charging
Siberia 800
Pros:
- Excellent sound for gaming and music
- Comfortable design, even for glass wearers
- Good value for money
Cons:
- The microphone isn’t as clear
The Final Verdict
Overall, both the Arctis 7 and the Siberia 800 performed well. They were easy to connect to our devices and the sound was great. There were two things we particularly liked about the Siberia 800, the first was the price and the second was the OLED display for your controls. The various color options were also nice but not enough to really make up our mind.
That being said, today’s winner is the Arctis 7. The design, comfort and quality of the materials were far superior, and we could hardly tell they were on. The microphone is much better which helped for not only gaming but also calls. It is understandable why they have won awards as the best gaming headset.