SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds – Black

Price: $199.99
(as of Oct 25, 2026 17:39:32 UTC – Details)

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.
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
Customers have mixed opinions about these gaming earbuds, with some finding them the best gaming buds while others consider them terrible. The sound quality receives mixed feedback, with some praising the overall sound while others report high-pitched screeching sounds and garbled voice transmission. Customers report mixed experiences with reliability, connectivity, and value for money, with some finding them worth the investment while others say they’re not worth the money. The noise cancellation and battery life also receive mixed reviews, with some praising the noise cancellation while others report weird buzzing in transparency mode, and some praising the battery life while others note it’s not super long-lasting. The fit receives mixed feedback, with some saying they fit well in the ears while others find them uncomfortable.

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