SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Reddit IconRealistic_Lab7971
5 months ago

I got the 9s and I think they are shite

5 months ago

For me personally, the size of the ear cup parts are to small for my ears, I’m not a massive guy, it’s like they are made for kids. They flash all the time green leds for different reasons and that’s annoying of you game in the dark. Yeh few bits like that, they still do the job but I wouldn’t buy them again, for the price there is better for cheaper IMO

5 months ago

Yeh that and if you want to listen to music with them not great, but mostly it’s the fit and the feel. But everyone is different. Good luck to you too āœŒšŸ½

Reddit Iconsgtsaggy
4 months ago

Most of these comments are correct about wireless gaming headsets not being BifL! I've owned most of the big brands over the last two decades, and here are my thoughts: (as an Xbox gamer) The old Astro A50's sounded great and the build quality was top notch. I would not recommend them however, because they are just too finicky. Constantly had wireless interference, they would lose connection to the Xbox at least every other day, and the charging dock would frequently lose connection. Which would lead to me having to use a charge cable defeating the purpose of having wireless headphones. I eventually gave them away bc I couldn't stand the constant battle to get them to work. I've had multiple Turtle beach headsets which I gave up on bc they were both expensive and cheaply made. I had two of their top of the line sets (I forget which ones as this was during the Xbox one era) that both broke where the head rest meets the ear cup. I never liked the sound or feel of HyperX or Logitech and have therefore never purchased and can't give a review. I fell in love with Steelseries with my first purchase of the Arctis 9 wireless. They didn't sound quite as good as the A50's, but they worked flawlessly all the time and still sounded great. I eventually blew a speaker after 3 years of use (definitely my fault) and took the opportunity to upgrade to the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, which I love! They are easily my favorite ever headset and as someone who has an irrational hatred for cables, I love the dual/swappable batteries. They also sound incredible. I've considered buying the $600 Elite versions, but it's hard to talk myself into when my current set still works flawlessly. Hopefully you find this useful.

Reddit IconSwoleJunkie1
2 months ago

I paid $18 for one off Amazon, and it’s fine for gaming/discord. I use this more than my Arctis 9 now.

Reddit Icongmonster12
7 months ago

Buy an Arctis 9,expensove but I've only had to change the ear cups in 5-6 years.

Reddit IconHungry_Freaks_Daddy
7 months ago

I can wear my Steel series arctis 9 indefinitely because they are never uncomfortable. They never get hot either as they have fabric breathable earcups.Ā  I also have momentum 4 wireless which are almost as comfortable but not quite. But they are on sale at the moment.Ā  If you wait until 11/11 you can probably find great deals on whatever you end up wantingĀ 

Reddit IconJoWubb
5 months ago

Artis wireless 9 or whatever by steel series and a blue yeti mic. Routed thru a Beacn mix

Reddit IconLiquidlizard-
11 months ago

I really like my Arctis 9 headset. It appears they aren't available anymore - I imagine the Nova Pro would be a great choice.

Reddit Iconsuicideking72
11 months ago

I have the SteelSeries Arctis 9. Works well, I can usually tell where they're coming from. This is my second SteelSeries headset. The first one lasted around 10 years so no complaints.

11 months ago

Yeah, I can usually tell in WZ if they're on the floor above me, or the room next door. I have damaged hearing and can still hear well when turning the sound as high as I need.

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