SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds for PlayStation/PC/Switch/Mobile — Quick-Switch 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 — Active Noise Cancelling — 100+ Game Audio Presets — 40H Battery with Qi Charging Case - White

I picked up these earbuds because I was looking for a portable wireless gaming headset solution that would retain the full quality audio quality while being in a voice chat or Discord call. These earbuds totally hit that mark. I normally use bluetooth headphones that while sounding good when playing something solo, if I get into a call or play a game where the mic is active, the sound quality of any bluetooth headphones goes way down to being almost un-usable.With these earbuds, you can play a game and hear your buddies without a compromise to sound quality!From my experience, they are decently comfortable. I'm not a fan of in-ear, earbuds like these. I can generally wear them for about 2-3 hours before I need a break. I prefer the comfort of Airpods Pro/Bose QC Ultra/AirpodsGen3s much better to these. Even with the smallest tips, I get some fatigue in my ear canals.With that being said, the ANC is pretty low. It might be adding a little bit of cancelation, but you're likely to get the same cancelation because these block your ear canals. Nothing close to Bose or Apple's ANC. The transparency mode is decent. My main annoyance with transparency on these is they have a constant hiss. Seems like you are outside with a constant low breeze in your ears. You can kind of place things in the room, but its no where near Apples transparency mode. I would give it a functional rating. You can carry on a conversation without having to pull out a bud. With Apple's AirPod Pros however, I feel that there is no loss of hearing. Those feel like you don't have anything blocking your ears. Good to have, but not up to par with premium bluetooth headphone offerings if you were hoping to replace those.Now for call quality. The mics are definitely really good for sitting at your desk. People usually say that I sound better than my built-in laptop mic. But not better than my Yeti mic. These aren't super good when you are moving around. Once you start moving around they seem to block out your voice or make you sound far away as you move your head. That being said, because you are using a dongle, these offere a really low latency signal, with minimal quality loss. This I would say are the biggest strength of these earbuds.Now for the subject of audio quality. When playing games, the audio quality is pretty good. I was able to place enemy movement around me when playing Hell Divers 2. I also did enjoy the cinematic feel of Final Fantasy 16. The audio quality for music I would say is decent. Its definitely not as good as my Bose QC Ultras. One song I used for direct comparison, was Persona 5's Beneath The Mask (Rain Edition). With the Bose headphone, I was able to pick up the strumming of the guitar, and place each instrument as it game into the song in the room. Each strum I felt I was able to make out the picking of each chord from the guitar. With the Steelseries buds, it seems that as more instruments came into the song, I lost quality of any instrument that was already playing in the track. The little details became harder to discern and the overall sound while not bad, became more muddied out. If you don't listen to music nearly that closely, you probably will find these great with Punchy preset. But for me it was definitely a big hit to quality in comparison to my current daily driver headphones.For me these were purchased to serve one purpose. To have a set of gaming headphones that kept higher quality game sound while being on a call. I am very happy with the functionality that these bring for that. I suspect that if you don't have any headphone you use on the daily, you can probably pick these up and be happy. They are definitely a really versatile set of earbuds that specialize in Gaming.TL:DRIf you already have some Sony/Apple/Bose headphone you use regularly, these are not going to be a great replacement for those. The strength is solely a gaming headset. If you don't have those type of headphones, or are looking for only gaming headphones, you won't be disappointed with this set.

If You're Looking For High-Performance Wireless Earbuds That Seamlessly Blend Elite Gaming Functionality With Everyday Convenience, Look No Further Than The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds. Whether You're Gaming On Your PlayStation, PC, Nintendo Switch, Or Mobile Phone, These Buds Deliver Exceptional Audio With Zero Lag And Premium Comfort. After Daily Use Across Platforms, Here's My Full Review:---ProsLag-Free QuickSwitch Technology – Easily Toggle Between 2.4GHz Wireless And Bluetooth 5.3 In A Split Second.Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) – Truly Impressive For Earbuds—Blocks Out Background Distractions While Gaming Or Commuting.Massive Battery Life – Up To 40 Hours Of Total Use With The Charging Case (Qi Wireless Charging Compatible).Over 100+ Game Audio Presets – Optimized Sound Profiles That Bring Games Like Call Of Duty, Fortnite, Or Elden Ring To Life.Compact & Durable Carry Case – Portable And Sturdy, Great For On-The-Go.Low-Latency Audio – A Huge Plus For Competitive Gaming Sessions.---ConsNo On-Ear Volume Control – Volume Must Be Adjusted Via Your Device.Not Ideal For Intense Workouts – While Secure, These Aren’t Sports-Specific Earbuds.Premium Price – Worth Every Dollar, But Not The Cheapest Option If You're Only Using Them For Casual Listening.---Useful FeaturesQuick-Switch Dongle – Plug-And-Play USB-C Dongle Included, Allowing Near-Instant Connection To Gaming Consoles Or PC.Bluetooth 5.3 Support – Offers Wider Range, Faster Pairing, And Improved Battery Efficiency.Customizable EQ Settings Via Companion AppQi Wireless Charging Case – Drop It On Any Wireless Charger—No Cables Needed.Integrated Microphones – Crystal-Clear Voice Chat, Great For Discord Or Multiplayer Lobbies.Compact Form Factor – Sleek White Aesthetic, Fits Securely In The Ear For Long Sessions.---Why These Should Be Your Everyday EarbudsThese Aren’t Just “Gaming Earbuds”—They’re Your All-Day, Every-Scenario Solution:At Home: Game Lag-Free, Stream Movies, Or Take Zoom Calls.At Work: ANC Helps You Focus, And The Mic Handles Calls Cleanly.On The Go: QuickSwitch From Bluetooth To Console Means No Pairing Headaches.In Transit: Lightweight With Long Battery Life—You Can Use Them All Day Without Running For A Charger.Bottom Line: These Are The Only Earbuds I Need, And The Only Ones I Recommend.---Final Verdict: 9.6/10 — Highly RecommendedThe SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds Are Built For Gamers, But Designed For Life. They’ve Earned A Permanent Spot In My Gear Bag, And If You’re Someone Who Loves Gaming, Music, Or Just Great Tech, They Deserve To Be In Yours Too.Buy Them Once. Use Them Everywhere. Game Like A Pro, Live Like A Boss.

i thought after reading all the reviews these were supposed to be really good but turns out they are not that good. very difficult to keep them connected on either Bluetooth or 2.4ghz mode. Will probably send these back. Very Sad because my other Steelseries headset was a such a great headset.