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product_id: 663957816
title: "SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds for Xbox/PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile — Quick-Switch 2.4GHz+Bluetooth 5.3 — Active Noise Cancelling — Mobile App — Water Resistant IP55 — 40H Battery with Qi Charging Case - Black"
brand: "steelseries"
price: "£161.12"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Steel Series"
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store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# Dual wireless modes: 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 IP55 water resistant for active lifestyles 40H total battery life with Qi charging case SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds for Xbox/PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile — Quick-Switch 2.4GHz+Bluetooth 5.3 — Active Noise Cancelling — Mobile App — Water Resistant IP55 — 40H Battery with Qi Charging Case - Black

**Brand:** steelseries
**Price:** £161.12
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Game anywhere, stay unstoppable with Arctis GameBuds!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds for Xbox/PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile — Quick-Switch 2.4GHz+Bluetooth 5.3 — Active Noise Cancelling — Mobile App — Water Resistant IP55 — 40H Battery with Qi Charging Case - Black by steelseries
- **How much does it cost?** £161.12 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/663957816-steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-for-xbox-pc-ps5-switch-mobile-quick)

## Best For

- steelseries enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted steelseries brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Marathon-Ready Battery Life:** Up to 10 hours per charge, extended to 40 hours with a sleek Qi wireless charging case—stay powered all day.
- • **Personalized Sound Profiles:** Unlock 100+ game-specific audio presets via the SteelSeries Companion App for competitive edge.
- • **Durable & Comfortable On-the-Go:** IP55 water resistance and customizable ear tips ensure secure, sweat-proof comfort during intense sessions.
- • **Seamless Quick-Switch Connectivity:** Effortlessly toggle between Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch & mobile with ultra-low latency 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.3.
- • **Immersive 360° Spatial Audio & ANC:** Dive deep into your game with hybrid 4-mic Active Noise Cancelling and directional sound precision.

## Overview

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds deliver pro-grade gaming audio with dual wireless modes (2.4GHz for consoles, Bluetooth 5.3 for mobile), hybrid ANC, and 360° spatial sound. Featuring 100+ customizable game audio presets via a dedicated app, these earbuds offer up to 40 hours of battery life with a Qi wireless charging case. Designed for comfort and durability, they boast IP55 water resistance and multiple ear tip sizes, making them perfect for marathon gaming sessions across Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch, and mobile devices.

## Description

A true gaming headset can fit right in your pocket; Arctis GameBuds bring gaming-grade 2.4GHz wireless with the ability to Quick-Switch into Bluetooth 5.3. A small L-shaped dongle connects you to Xbox, PC, handheld, Steam Deck, Switch, VR, mobile, and more. Immerse yourself deeper with ANC (toggleable with transparency mode) and 360° Spatial Sound. Find 100+ finely tuned audio presets for top games in the Companion App. With 10-hour battery life, it will last through your gaming session, and get up to 40 hours of use with a total of 3 charges from your Qi Charging Case. Use 3 sizes of ear tips and customizable ear controls to take them with you everywhere thanks to IP55 water resistance.

Review: Comfortable, Earbuds for Gaming & Everyday Use - These SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds have been a fantastic addition to my gaming setup! The quick-switch 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity makes it super easy to jump between Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch, and mobile without any hassle, I just switch modes and continue playing. The pairing process was quick and seamless every time. The active noise cancelling is surprisingly effective for earbuds and really helps when I’m trying to focus in noisy environments. The sound quality is clear and balanced with good depth for both games and music. I also appreciate the mobile app support because it lets me fine-tune EQ settings and customize controls to my liking. The battery life is excellent, I’m getting close to the advertised 40 hours with the Qi wireless charging case, which is super convenient. The case itself feels sturdy and life on the go is much easier because I can top up the battery without cords if I need to. I also love that they’re water resistant (IP55) perfect for workouts or rainy days, and they’ve held up great so far. Comfort is also top-notch; they stay in well during longer gaming sessions and the fit feels secure without being tight. Overall, these are high-quality gaming earbuds that combine excellent connectivity, great sound, long battery life, and convenience. Highly recommend for anyone who games across multiple platforms or just wants a reliable all-around set of earbuds.
Review: Perfect If You Want Your Gaming and Music to Sound Like a Tin Can and Fishing Line - I wanted to love these. My first pair sounded absolutely horrible, with ZERO response under around 1000hz. I returned those as defective and got brand new replacements. But after testing across three devices (PC via dongle, Mac via dongle, and iPhone via Bluetooth), the experience is identical: The sound has an extreme high-pass characteristic — everything below ~1 kHz feels gutted. • Voices sound thin, papery, and hollow. • Explosions and ambient game audio have no body whatsoever. • Music is unlistenable — worse than a cheap 1980s landline telephone. • Even after adjusting EQ, switching presets, disabling features, and testing before and after updating firmware, nothing fixes it. • The Bluetooth mode reproduces the exact same issues, which confirms this is not a dongle, driver, or PC problem. These aren’t “not audiophile.” These sound outright broken - LITERALLY broken. I own and regularly use other SteelSeries products, including the Nova Pro line, and they’re excellent. But whatever tuning choice was made for these earbuds renders them nearly unusable for anyone who wants anything beyond directional footstep cues. What makes this more frustrating: I wanted these for competitive gaming. I wanted the low latency wireless mode. I wanted the convenience. But the audio quality is so heavily stripped of low and mid frequencies that basic dialogue in games or videos sounds like it’s coming out of a clock radio submerged in a cereal bowl. Or if this is a manufacturing problem, both pairs, new and sealed in box, that I tried, suffered from the same thing. So this defect is across an entire manufacturing batch. In either case, these are a HARD PASS.

## Features

- QUICK-SWITCH DUAL WIRELESS — High-speed 2.4GHz wireless specifically for Xbox and console gaming, or switch to Bluetooth 5.3 for mobile
- ACTIVE NOICE CANCELLATION — 4-mic hybrid ANC provides true gaming immersion; ability to switch transparency mode for awareness
- 100+ GAME AUDIO PRESETS — Easy-to-use SteelSeries Arctis Companion App contains 100+ presets to boost critical sounds in game on your Xbox, PC and more
- 360° SPATIAL AUDIO — Immersive sound puts you right in the action with directional awareness, enhanced by custom Neodymium Magnetic Drivers
- LONG BATTERY — 10-hour battery satisfies marathon sessions, extendable with a Qi Charging Case using 3x extra charges for up to 40 hours of use

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DFX4TPS6 |
| Additional Features | Gaming |
| Age Range Description | Information Not Available |
| Antenna Location | Calling, Gaming, Mobile Device, Tablet, iPhone |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Battery Average Life | 10 Hours |
| Battery Charge Time | 10 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #811 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #68 in Xbox Series X & S Consoles, Games & Accessories #156 in PlayStation 5 Consoles, Games & Accessories #515 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Brand | SteelSeries |
| Brand Name | SteelSeries |
| Built-In Media | Gaming Ear Buds |
| Carrying Case Color | Black |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch, Mobile |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Control Method | App |
| Control Type | Media Control" or "Volume Control |
| Customer Package Type | Cushioned |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 612 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | In Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Earbud |
| Enclosure Material | Information Not Available |
| Form Factor | In Ear |
| Frequency Range | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 20000 Hz |
| Headphone Folding Features | In Ear |
| Headphone Jack | No Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | In Ear |
| Impedance | 120 Ohms |
| Item Weight | 0.02 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
| Model Name | Arctis GameBuds for Xbox/PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile |
| Model Number | 61707 |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Series Number | 61681 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming |
| Style Name | Xbox |
| Theme | Video Game |
| UPC | 810052987873 810164140104 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth, RF |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SteelSeries
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** In Ear
- **Form Factor:** In Ear
- **Impedance:** 120 Ohms

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Platform For Display** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comfortable, Earbuds for Gaming & Everyday Use
*by C***M on January 8, 2026*

These SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds have been a fantastic addition to my gaming setup! The quick-switch 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity makes it super easy to jump between Xbox, PC, PS5, Switch, and mobile without any hassle, I just switch modes and continue playing. The pairing process was quick and seamless every time. The active noise cancelling is surprisingly effective for earbuds and really helps when I’m trying to focus in noisy environments. The sound quality is clear and balanced with good depth for both games and music. I also appreciate the mobile app support because it lets me fine-tune EQ settings and customize controls to my liking. The battery life is excellent, I’m getting close to the advertised 40 hours with the Qi wireless charging case, which is super convenient. The case itself feels sturdy and life on the go is much easier because I can top up the battery without cords if I need to. I also love that they’re water resistant (IP55) perfect for workouts or rainy days, and they’ve held up great so far. Comfort is also top-notch; they stay in well during longer gaming sessions and the fit feels secure without being tight. Overall, these are high-quality gaming earbuds that combine excellent connectivity, great sound, long battery life, and convenience. Highly recommend for anyone who games across multiple platforms or just wants a reliable all-around set of earbuds.

### ⭐ Perfect If You Want Your Gaming and Music to Sound Like a Tin Can and Fishing Line
*by T***M on December 6, 2025*

I wanted to love these. My first pair sounded absolutely horrible, with ZERO response under around 1000hz. I returned those as defective and got brand new replacements. But after testing across three devices (PC via dongle, Mac via dongle, and iPhone via Bluetooth), the experience is identical: The sound has an extreme high-pass characteristic — everything below ~1 kHz feels gutted. • Voices sound thin, papery, and hollow. • Explosions and ambient game audio have no body whatsoever. • Music is unlistenable — worse than a cheap 1980s landline telephone. • Even after adjusting EQ, switching presets, disabling features, and testing before and after updating firmware, nothing fixes it. • The Bluetooth mode reproduces the exact same issues, which confirms this is not a dongle, driver, or PC problem. These aren’t “not audiophile.” These sound outright broken - LITERALLY broken. I own and regularly use other SteelSeries products, including the Nova Pro line, and they’re excellent. But whatever tuning choice was made for these earbuds renders them nearly unusable for anyone who wants anything beyond directional footstep cues. What makes this more frustrating: I wanted these for competitive gaming. I wanted the low latency wireless mode. I wanted the convenience. But the audio quality is so heavily stripped of low and mid frequencies that basic dialogue in games or videos sounds like it’s coming out of a clock radio submerged in a cereal bowl. Or if this is a manufacturing problem, both pairs, new and sealed in box, that I tried, suffered from the same thing. So this defect is across an entire manufacturing batch. In either case, these are a HARD PASS.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great wireless option for pc / console
*by S***A on January 7, 2026*

These earbuds are comfortable and have good sound overall. (I don't use the SteelSeries software so they could quite likely be even better.) They can connect via bluetooth or the included dongle and switching between the modes is easy. I am able to have them connected to my PC via the dongle and my phone via bluetooth at the same time. While I am not able to use both devices simultanesouly (could be a me problem) if I receive a phone call while gaming it does play ring sound in the earbuds and I am able to switch / answer quickly. So it does have at least some sort of simultaneous connection to both. I do notice that if I am connected to my phone via bluetooth and I walk too far from my pc it will play the "disconnect" sound when it loses connection to the dongle which can be a bit confusing. I did have one of the earbuds fail. The left bud had sound but was much quieter than the right using both connection menthods and various devices. I tried updating the software, firmware and completely factory resetting them to no avail. I reached out the SteeleSeries and they replaced them for me. The process was quick and easy. They even had me provide pictures of the defective ones destroyed, which they do to ensure people aren't selling bad product privately which I appreciate. I have owned several SteelSeries over ear headphones as well and have been greatly impressed. The GameBuds were another great addition.

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*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-06-29*