Headsets / Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDAC vs Turtle Beach Recon 50

Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDAC

Wired · 40 mm · 2018
GEAR SCORE 62.0 / 100Good
Connection70
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency40
VS
Headset · Turtle Beach

Turtle Beach Recon 50

Wired · 2015
GEAR SCORE 62.0 / 100Good
Connection70
Microphone92
Recency25
Verdict

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDAC and Turtle Beach Recon 50 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 62 and 62.

Spec-by-spec comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDACTurtle Beach Recon 50
62Gear score62
WiredConnectionWired
40 mmDriver—
FixedMicrophoneDetachable
2018Release year2015
≈ $179Estimated price≈ $25

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 Pro Plus GameDAC or Turtle Beach Recon 50 better?

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDAC and Turtle Beach Recon 50 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 62 and 62.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: SteelSeries Arctis Pro Plus GameDAC ≈ $179, Turtle Beach Recon 50 ≈ $25. Current prices vary by store.