SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds: Two-minute review

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds might be thebest gaming earbudsIve ever tested.

They are truly impressive and are one of the easiest recommendations Ill ever make.

Theyre lightweight too, and the touchpad makes for easy control.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds on a black desk in front of a PS5 and DualSense

The case is also compact and can easily slip into a pocket neatly.

Caveats and negatives are few and far between on the whole.

However, beyond that, theres very little to detract from the GameBuds performance in any way.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds on a black desk in front of a DualSense

Teaming this with Bluetooth 5.3 rounds out a robust pairing of wireless connections.

I was even nicely surprised by the amount, quality, and depth of bass.

This default audio quality is made better with the Arctis Companion App.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds in a man’s ear

The mic is pretty good too, for some earbuds at least.

Should you buy the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds?

If you only need something cheap to go multiplatform then a wired set might be best for you.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds appearing on the Arctis Companion App

Also consider…

If youre still not sold on the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds then consider these two similar products.

For more information, check out our fullPlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds review.

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds on a black desk in front of a PS5 and DualSense

For more information, check out our fullRazer Hammerhead Hyperspeed review.

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First reviewed September/October 2024.

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