Steelseries in-ear headset-ufc edition review

Unfortunately, they're very prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, and you may especially notice a drop in bass if you have thick hair or wear glasses. They also struggle to block out background noise, which could be annoying if you game near an open window with a lot of traffic. That said, they offer a good overall gaming performance with low latency and are even among the best PS5 headsets that we've tested too.

See our review. These comfortable, well-built headphones come with Xbox Wireless technology, so you receive full audio and microphone compatibility when wirelessly connected to an Xbox One or Xbox Series X console. This wireless connection also has low latency, so you shouldn't experience audio lag.

They come with a retractable boom microphone with impressive recording quality, and your voice is transmitted clearly and accurately to your teammates on the other end of the line, even if you're gaming in a noisy place. Out-of-the-box, they have a pretty neutral sound profile that's suitable for listening to lots of different types of audio content, though they lack some low-bass.

Fortunately, there's a graphic EQ and presets available in the SteelSeries Engine software to help you customize their sound.

They also last for 28 hours off of a single charge, which is incredible. Unfortunately, like most gaming headphones we've tested, they offer poor noise isolation, so you may be distracted by background noises if you're gaming in a lively setting. Also, their audio delivery isn't very consistent, so their bass and treble delivery may vary depending on their fit, seal, and positioning on your head, especially if you wear glasses or have curly hair.

That said, if you're looking for a headset for your Xbox consoles with low latency, they're a solid choice. These wired headphones offer a virtually latency-free gaming experience and are compatible with consoles that have an AUX port.

Unlike other headphones in SteelSeries' lineup, they have a simple headband design that's lightweight and decently comfortable. Their warm sound profile adds an extra touch of boom to your mixes, which can help emphasize sound effects in your games.

Their boom mic does an excellent job recording your voice and can separate speech from moderate ambient noise. Unfortunately, their price point is reflected in their build quality.

These headphones are made from thin plastic, which doesn't feel very sturdy, and the hinges seem like they could break with a bit of tension. They're also not compatible with SteelSeries Engine software, and they're prone to inconsistencies in their audio reproduction, so you may need to adjust their fit and positioning each time you use them to ensure a more consistent sound. That said, if you don't mind their simple, no-frills design, these wallet-friendly headphones are a suitable choice.

The SteelSeries are good gaming headphones. Most of their headphones have balanced audio reproduction and solid microphones, making them suitable for gaming with others. Generally well-built, SteelSeries only makes over-ear headphones, and many of their designs have their unique ski-band headband for comfort. However, it may not be the best fit for everyone, especially those with large heads.

Jul 28, Checked product availability and text accuracy. There hasn't been a change in our recommendations. Apr 29, No changes in product picks after verifying their accuracy and availability. Jan 29, No changes made to product picks after verifying their availability and suitability. SteelSeries offers headphones catered to gamers. Their unique design and good battery life make them great for long gaming sessions. Most of their headphones have impressive sound reproduction, too.

However, you might not get a consistent sound each time you wear them, and users with larger heads might not find the unique ski-band headband comfortable or fitting. If you're still shopping around for gaming headsets, check out our recommendations for the best gaming headsets and the best wireless gaming headsets.

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In fact, when you purchase them from SteelSeries directly, you can customise your headset in a variety of colours to suit your mood or for you fashion conscious ladies, to suit what colour is the order of the day. Do we think that SteelSeries have got it right?

Have they made a headset that is not only colourful, customisable and comfortable but also better than the average headsets sold on the market today? About SteelSeries From day one, SteelSeries has been focused on making high performance gaming gear used by the most demanding, top professional gamers worldwide and peripherals that provide superior quality and a competitive edge to gamers of all skill levels.

We believe, as most gamers do, in winning, not trying! Taking a look at the front of the packaging, we have a large viewing window with the FLUX logo across the top in bright orange text. The packaging informs us that the Flux luxury edition is compatible with PC, Mac and mobile. It also tells us that it is designed for gaming, music and voice communication such as use with a mobile phone or applications such as Skype.

The main shroud around the front is grey and also the internals which help protect the Flux headset during transit. On the rear, we have a large SteelSeries emblem moulded into the plastic and information such as specs on the top of the box. The back of the box is plain and follows an all-black colour scheme unlike the front, which is coloured grey. Upon an initial inspection of the Flux Luxury Edition one can easily spot the rather interesting pattern that adorns the ear cups.

Our sample came with this rather interesting design, but you can easily change the design or choose something less flashy when ordering it on the SteelSeries site.

Alternatively, if you desire a more understated look, in the package there are two plain black replacement pads for the cups to make a more sleek aesthetic. Furthermore, the majority of the headset seems to be made with rigid plastic and notably there is an obvious omission of padding for the headband which I will mention again when discussing the comfort part of the performance analysis.

A closer look at one of the cups reveals that the Flux has a black on white patterned design which has a textured feel. There is a flap for changing and customising the ear cup and different styles of cup pads are available via SteelSeries for your customising pleasure, but I really do like the look of the one that comes in the box.

The Flux Luxury Edition has 3. Personally, I prefer the left cup but I do know people who prefer the right cup so I have to commend SteelSeries for giving consumers the option to choose which side the wire will come out of. On the ear cups, there is ample padding in the way of faux leather which is filled with cushion to provide the best possible comfort while wearing the headset.

The ear cups have a rather nice white stitch which goes round and in my opinion, is a nice little touch that should not come apart with normal use. The Flux Luxury Edition Headset has hinges which allows them to be folded away and used with the supplied SteelSeries carrying case. While testing this I realized I ran into a rather amusing dilemma.

Because the Flux Luxury Edition headset is a very versatile headset, listening to music, making phone calls, gaming on the go, and even static gaming static being gaming in the comfort of your own home were all possible on this headset.

The comfort of these ear pads takes the cake. Earpads never get overly hot or feel like vice grips after longer sessions. SteelSeries fans will also notice the ear cups remain largely the same aside from the logo change. Instead of having the typical SteelSeries branding near the bottom of the ear cup, the Arctis Prime prominently features the SteelSeries logo in the middle of the ear cup. Despite the size of the logos, the grey works well with the black ear cup to avoid being overly loud.

Players will find easy-to-use on-ear controls, a detachable cable with a splitter, and the tried-and-true ClearCast retractable microphone. Starting with the on-ear controls, the Arctis Prime gives users the essentials.

Having just a mute and volume wheel prevents cluttering up the interface. The streamlined controls help avoid any confusion or distraction when adjusting volume in-game. While the simplicity is appreciated, the lack of Chatmix feels odd considering the Arctis Prime shares a price tag with the Arctis 5. The trade-off here is likely better drivers over flexible chat controls. The detachable cable makes transporting the Arctis Prime a breeze.

A splitter is also included for PC players to use the retractable microphone. A staple of any Arctis headset is the bidirectional, noise-canceling ClearCast microphone. This Discord-Certified mic can sometimes be on the quiet side, but it stands up to some entry-level desktop mics. Keeping this mic a bit farther from your face will net you better results. SteelSeries also includes a windscreen, but the differences between having it equipped and not equipped are slight.

The ClearCast mic also does a solid job of blocking out background noise, even if you live on a busier street. SteelSeries knocked it out of the park with the millimeter neodymium drivers.