SteelSeries
Arctis 1
The Arctis 1 lands as a solid mid-range gaming headset, built around PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox.
60/100
PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox
£37.89best price at Amazon
In stock at 1 retailer
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Why we rate it
- Surround sound
- Noise-cancelling mic
- No wireless
- No active noise cancelling
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the Arctis 1 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sound
Surround soundYes
Microphone
Noise-cancelling micYes
Connectivity
PlatformsPC, PS5, Switch, Xbox
More specs
TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWired
MicrophoneDetachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowArctis 1 vs Lenovo Legion H500 Pro
Arctis 1Legion H500 Pro
| SteelSeriesArctis 1This page | LenovoLegion H500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60 /100 | 61 /100Better |
| Driver | — | 50 mm |
| Surround | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Arctis 1 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Arctis 1 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the Arctis 1?
Its surround sound stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Legion H500 Pro?
The Legion H500 Pro scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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