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SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs SteelSeries Elite Prism
Headset · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis 5
Wired · 40 mm · 2019Good
Connection70
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency47
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Verdict
SteelSeries Arctis 5 and SteelSeries Elite Prism are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 63 and 63.
- Driver: SteelSeries Elite Prism leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this
SteelSeries Elite Prism
If you care most about driver.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Arctis 5 | SteelSeries Elite Prism | |
|---|---|---|
| 63 | Gear score | 63 |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 40 mm | Driver | 50 mm |
| Fixed | Microphone | — |
| 2019 | Release year | 2014 |
| ≈ $187 | Estimated price | — |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is SteelSeries Arctis 5 or SteelSeries Elite Prism better?
SteelSeries Arctis 5 and SteelSeries Elite Prism are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 63 and 63. Driver: SteelSeries Elite Prism leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
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