SteelSeries Arctis 7 (2019 Edition)

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Last updated: Apr 22, 2026

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Reddit IconAHMilling
6 months ago

my arctis 7s from 2019 are starting to feel it's age and i'm looking at a new headset. * **Budget -** roughly 270 euro or 2000 dkk * **Country? -** Denmark * **Platform? -** PC * **Motherboard if on pc (or other audio gear)? -** Z790 UD AX * **Requested Guide:** Gaming Headset(AIO) * **Open back or closed back? -** Doesn't matter Have looked at both the Arctis Nova Pro or the Audeze Maxwell. Must have is chat / game mix

Reddit Icon3rdDegreeFERN
about 2 months ago

I have the original Arctis 7s from 2018, not sure how their quality is now but maybe worth checking them out. They have a steel frame and easily replaceable ear cups which I only replaced once recently. I haven’t exactly been nice to them, they’ve fallen off my desk plenty of times and I chuck them to the side when I’m done using my pc. My mute button is just now starting to have issues with not actually staying depressed after I press it in.

Reddit IconAcguyDance
11 months ago

I am using steel as well. Cost vs performance is good IMO.

Reddit IconAldunas
6 months ago

I’ve had arctics 7 for 5 years but recently the ear piece started to break and eventually they were beyond repair. They were the best headphones I’ve ever had so I bought an exact same piece. The audio in left year broke after 1 month. I switched them to new ones thanks to warranty but those broke again within a month. I exchanged them again on a warranty and so far it’s been good for 3 months. Take it as you will. Just sharing my experience

Reddit Iconalmostoy
about 2 months ago

I didn't have a clue what made for better sound until I bought a little recording equipment. I use Beyerdynamics DT 990 Pro for actual listening, but my gaming headset is a Logitech Pro X. The Logitech has been my daily driver for years. Haven't had a single problem with it. And it's tough. I've done things to it that broke previous Corsair headsets. I also have a Steelseries Arctis 7, but that's a backup... because I hate the type b port, and it has a couple of ways to accidentally mute yourself that can be difficult to notice. Most gaming headsets are going to be closed back bass washes with shitty drivers anyway. They're disposable toys that are priced pretty close to professional level audio equipment.

Reddit IconApprehensive_Yak_296
about 2 months ago

Samee i have the Steel Series Artics 7

Reddit IconAstralHellsing
4 months ago

Arctis 7 is all I’ve known. I’ve had mine for 7 years now and they are still great. Only problem is they no longer seem to hold a charge longer than 6min. May have to do something DIY with battery replacement. Because I don’t have the money to buy a new headset and it would be the Arctis Pros.

Reddit IconAzoth_N_Storn
6 months ago

If you can find them for a good price the audeze maxwell i would 100% recommend. Honestly ive used most of the high end gaming headsets and there sound and EQ just have so many issues. Ill also add the build quality tend to break or Fall apart in the same areas. But I'd probably go with arctis 7 line for consoles as the arctis nova pros just arent worth the price.

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