This is nothing to be too worried about, as the grip on your ears and the fabric strap are enough to help support the weight of the headset so it still feels comfortable.īecause of this limited vertical adjustment, depending on your neck size, the Arctis 7 can be uncomfortable when worn around the neck.

For those with larger heads (guilty over here!), you may notice a bit of contact between the top of your head and the non-padded metal band. While the headband has good width adjustment, the height adjustment is non-existent. With a wide range of replacement straps available to buy, this design feature means you can make your Arctis 7 your own and liven it up in the absence of any flashy RGB lighting – more on that later. The fabric head strap also winds its way through the band to cover the top of it. This wide aluminum band is a design element that sets the Arctis 7 apart from its plastic predecessors. It could be argued the strap cheapens the look slightly, but on the positive side, it does provide quite a cool juxtaposition of sporty and luxe, especially with the addition of the aluminum headband. With the earcups clad in a soft, velvety rubber coating and the ear pads covered in super soft fabric, they feel like a high-end piece.Īs with the Arctis 5, the luxury feel of the Arctis 7 is impacted somewhat by the fabric head strap.

The level of build quality when it comes to the Arctis 7 is not just evident in its visual identity, but also in how it feels. In keeping with its predecessors, the Arctis 7 offers an understated, sleek design that will stand the test of time.

Wireless transmitter, 4-pole 3.5mm cable, micro USB charging cableĪt first glance, the Arctis 7 is instantly recognizable as part of the SteelSeries family with its flattened oval earcups, fabric head strap, and matte finish. Headphone: 20-20,000 Hz, Mic:100Hz–10,000Hzīidirectional, Noise Cancelation, Retractable

Arctis 5 2021 edition