Which Rig Should I Pick?

[BlackShot]

Hey,

I've had a problem with my current headset (Siberia 650) and SteelSeries offered me a promo code of 200 USD to spend on their webstore. They personally recommended me Arctis products to replace my original headset, since they are better at everything compared to 650 - they said.

Arctis 5 costs 100 USD and Arctis 7 costs 150 USD, but the price won't matter in my case. I'll also be able to pick a mice, but the model will depend on which headset I pick.

 

OPTION 1

Arctis 7                         Rival 300
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OPTION 2

Arctis 5                        Rival 700
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I'll also try to list the main differences here, for those who don't wanna click any links.

Arctis 7 >> Wireless (but sound quality is the same), doesn't have RGB lights, microphone frequency is 100 - 6500 Hz.
Arctis 5 >> Wired, has RGB lights, microphone frequency is 100 - 10000 Hz.

Rival 700 >> OLED display, PixArt PMW3360 optical sensor, customizable tactile alerts, modular sensor and covers
Rival 300 >> Pixart PMW3310 optical sensor optical sensor, RGB Illumination

I really don't know which rig to pick, and I'd appreciate any suggestions.

Edited April 1, 2017 by BlackShot

[Berus]

Wireless sucks ass

[BlackShot]

Just now, Berus said:

Wireless sucks ass

They don't have any difference regarding audio, both are great. Microphone frequencies are different though (A7 has less frequency).

[Lorax]

Rival 300 is better then the 700, the 700 weighs to much and has unnecessary features. get hyperx cloud 2s instead for your headset!

Edited April 1, 2017 by Lorax

[Berus]

Just now, BlackShot said:

They don't have any difference regarding audio, both are great. Microphone frequencies are different though (A7 has less frequency).

Thats why i said WIRELESS SUCKS ASS not AUDIO SUCKS ASS

[BlackShot]

Just now, Lorax said:

Rival 300 is better then the 700, the 700 weighs to much and has unnecessary features.

I currently have an DeathAdder 2012. It's a little bit heavier than the Rival 700.

Just now, Berus said:

Thats why i said WIRELESS SUCKS ASS not AUDIO SUCKS ASS

You're a meme.

[BlackShot]

8 minutes ago, Lorax said:

get hyperx cloud 2s instead for your headset!

I can't. SteelSeries offered me a promo code of 200 USD to spend on their webstore, so I can't use this amount to anything else. 

[DivineTimes]

i have a wirless headset witch is nice but i keep it pluged in 24/7 and do have issues at times

[BlackShot]

Just now, DivineTimes said:

i have a wirless headset witch is nice but i keep it pluged in 24/7 and do have issues at times

Would you pick the first one then (Arctis 7 + Rival 300)?

[KevinOB]

I've always preferred wired so I voted for that.

Nothing wrong with wireless, I just feel like I have a more reliable product when its wired.

[Guest]

39 minutes ago, Berus said:

Wireless sucks ass

I concur, they are crap.

[BlackShot]

Argh! What a painful decision. Wireless would be cool to walk around home listening to some music, but I'm not sure how often I'd do that. On the other hand, Arctis 5 has better microphone frequencies and looks cool with its lights, and I'd also be able to get a better mouse.

[william]

@BlackShot

 

This: 

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Microphones/Audio-Technica-AT2020USB-PLUS-USB-Microphone/B00B5ZX9FM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023105&sr=8-1&keywords=audio+technica+mic

This:

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Studio-Headphones/Sennheiser-HD-558-High-Open-Over-Technology/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023136&sr=8-6&keywords=sennheiser+headphone

and this:

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Razer-DeathAdder-Multi-Colour-Backlight-Ergonomic/dp/B00MXV1Q4I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023174&sr=8-1&keywords=Razer+deathadder

 

If you have lots and lots of pennies unlike me xd so sad

 

If this isnt in your budget I recommend the Deathadder Chroma paired with the Logitech G430, Its what I've run for a while now and I love the headset because its so comfy and I can hear all footsteps etc. I love the Deathadder because it fits my fucking huge webbed hands perfectly and I like the Razer Synapse program aswell as it being pretty simple only having mouse1, mouse2, mouse 3 and mouse 4 oh shiet I forgot the middle scrolly thingy, yh thats sick too.

 

btw kys

[BlackShot]

Just now, william said:

@BlackShot

 

This: 

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Microphones/Audio-Technica-AT2020USB-PLUS-USB-Microphone/B00B5ZX9FM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023105&sr=8-1&keywords=audio+technica+mic

This:

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Studio-Headphones/Sennheiser-HD-558-High-Open-Over-Technology/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023136&sr=8-6&keywords=sennheiser+headphone

and this:

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Razer-DeathAdder-Multi-Colour-Backlight-Ergonomic/dp/B00MXV1Q4I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491023174&sr=8-1&keywords=Razer+deathadder

 

If you have lots and lots of pennies unlike me xd so sad

 

If this isnt in your budget I recommend the Deathadder Chroma paired with the Logitech G430, Its what I've run for a while now and I love the headset because its so comfy and I can hear all footsteps etc. I love the Deathadder because it fits my fucking huge webbed hands perfectly and I like the Razer Synapse program aswell as it being pretty simple only having mouse1, mouse2, mouse 3 and mouse 4 oh shiet I forgot the middle scrolly thingy, yh thats sick too.

 

btw kys

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But I appreciate the help, you cunt. <3

[william]

Just now, BlackShot said:

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But I appreciate the help, you cunt. <3

get a QCK+ mousepad then, only good thing to buy from steelseries

[BlackShot]

Just now, william said:

get a QCK+ mousepad then, only good thing to buy from steelseries

They give it as a "gift" for those who buy any of their mices.

[william]

Just now, BlackShot said:

They give it as a "gift" for those who buy any of their mices.

wow

[william]

@BlackShot pls explain why tf u get 200$ to spend ?

[BlackShot]

Just now, william said:

@BlackShot pls explain why tf u get 200$ to spend ?

I'm having a problem with my Siberia 650 microphone, where it randomly gets too quiet. Honestly, they are the worst shit I've ever seen. They replaced me the same unit 2 times and they still have this fucking problem. Now with Arctis they say they've innovated when it comes to microphone:

https://steelseries.com/blog/the-miseducation-of-gaming-headset-mics

Can't complain about the audio though. Sounds perfect at all times.

Edited April 1, 2017 by BlackShot

[BlackShot]

@william NOW GO VOTE ON THE FUCKING POLL!

Not that your vote matters.

Edited April 1, 2017 by BlackShot

[DivineTimes]

13 hours ago, BlackShot said:

Would you pick the first one then (Arctis 7 + Rival 300)?

honestly id go with the Arctis 5 i feel you will have less issues.

[BlackShot]

2 hours ago, DivineTimes said:

honestly id go with the Arctis 5 i feel you will have less issues.

Yeah, a friend had me questioning about it yesterday. Option 1 has the wireless advantage, but does that really outweigh having a better mic quality, a better mouse and RGB illumination? I don't think so. I'm afraid I'll go with option 2. Most people seem to like it as well.