{"id":148,"date":"2020-02-17T23:06:13","date_gmt":"2020-02-17T23:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/?p=148"},"modified":"2021-07-30T09:49:39","modified_gmt":"2021-07-30T09:49:39","slug":"astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3 &#8211; Best Entry-Level Gaming Headset Showdown!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In this post, I&#8217;m going to compare the Astro A10 gaming headset vs. the Steelseries Arctis 3 gaming headset.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, if you are on the market to purchase the best gaming headset under $100, you have come to the right place.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I have been using these headsets for quite some time and have passed them down to my children as their gaming headsets.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>So, in this post, I am going to share:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What I like (and don&#8217;t like) about them<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Key comparison features<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And lots other stuff in-between&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In short, I&#8217;m going to let you know which one is better for you to spend your money on.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let&#8217;s get started.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Astro_A10_vs_Steelseries_Arctis_3\" title=\"Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3\">Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Audio_Quality\" title=\"Which Headset Has the Best Audio Quality?\">Which Headset Has the Best Audio Quality?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Comfort\" title=\"Which Headset Has the Best Comfort?\">Which Headset Has the Best Comfort?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Features\" title=\"Which Headset Has the Best Features?&nbsp;\">Which Headset Has the Best Features?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Value\" title=\"Which Headset Has the Best Value?\">Which Headset Has the Best Value?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Astro_A10_vs_Steelseries_Arctis_3_The_Winner_of_The_Best_Entry-Level_Gaming_Headset\" title=\"Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3: The Winner of The Best Entry-Level Gaming Headset\">Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3: The Winner of The Best Entry-Level Gaming Headset<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/astro-a10-vs-steelseries-arctis-3\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Astro_A10_vs_Steelseries_Arctis_3\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Image source: Astrogaming.com and Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now let us talk about these two gaming headsets.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ivDUmc\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Astro A10 (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Astro A10<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;is a gaming headset that you can already tell from a first glance, created explicitly for gaming.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It came with&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6 colors combination<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;plus currently running a Call of Duty special edition.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So if you are into that RGB aesthetics, the available color can match your overall vibes easily.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It first came to the market around 2017. It has received updates and refreshment ever since to improve its performance and comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Next, let us talk about the other competitor.&nbsp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"The Steelseries Arctis 3. (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">The Steelse<\/a><\/strong><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"The Steelseries Arctis 3. (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">ries Arctis 3.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Arctis 3, in my opinion, is a sleek and beautiful headset that does not look like a <a href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/is-gaming-headset-good-for-online-teaching\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"gaming headset (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">gaming headset<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you look at it quickly and from a distance, it does not have that gaming vibes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Not until you see the Steelseries brandings on the headset that you know this is a headset for gaming.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So clearly, this is not for you that into all things RGB.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It comes in only two color combination, a black version, and a white version.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Introduced back in 2018, the Arctis 3 has received several updates from Steelseries in terms of its comfort and sound quality.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you have more budget for your headset, check out our post about <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/arctis-pro-vs-arctis-7\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"SteelSeries Arctis Pro vs. SteelSeries Arctis 7 (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">SteelSeries Arctis Pro vs. SteelSeries Arctis 7<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Audio_Quality\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which Headset Has the Best Audio Quality?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Of course, when we purchase a gaming headset, we expect to hear sound through it.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And from a $70 headset, we expect to hear good sound from it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let me tell you how the Astro A10 and the Steelseries Arctis 3 differ from each other from my experience testing them on my PC and various other consoles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Firstly, both of Astro A10 and Steelseries Arctis 3 comes with 40mm drivers, large enough so you can hear sounds loud and clear with these headsets.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, the same driver size will not necessarily mean they will have the same sound.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Right out of the box, I liked the sound quality on the Astro 10 better.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ivDUmc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-2-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-2-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-2-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-2-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-2.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astrogaming.com\/en-us\/products\/headsets\/playstation\/a10-gen-1.html#939-001508\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Astrogaming.com (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Astrogaming.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Astro 10 produce good sounds.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It has deep enough bass and clarity allowing me to enjoy an immersive gaming experience.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is designed to offer details, no matter the frequency or volume you are enjoying it with.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With the Steelseries Arctis 3, however, I did not like the sound it produce that much.&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At least when I first used it right out of the box.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The headset fell a bit flat to my taste without that heavy bass and clarity needed to immerse myself in the game.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To get the sound quality that I wanted, I need to tweak the equalizer for the headset first.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Steelseries used to give the Arctis 3 support through its Engine Software&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(it is a software that allows you to tweak the EQ of your headset)<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;but has decided to drawback supports for the Arctis back in 2019.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To get the kind of sound that I prefer, I need to use 3rd party apps and software to tweak it a bit.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, if you want to have the best sound right out of the box, go with the Astro 10.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But, if you know your way around equalizer and settings alike, you can tune your Steelseries Arctis 3 to get more bass and clarity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Both gaming headsets gave me enough noise cancellation that allowed me to concentrate on my game quite well.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And I don&#8217;t see too much difference between the two.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although, if you have the budget, opt for a serious, active noise cancellation headset.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It will make your gaming experience much more immersive and enjoyable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now let us talk about the&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">audio input quality<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;of these two <a href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/can-gaming-headsets-be-used-for-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"gaming headsets (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">gaming headsets<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Suppose you play multiplayer games like Fortnite or League of Legends with others. In that case, you might want to communicate either with your teammate or trash talk your opponent.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So a microphone is an essential feature for a gaming headset these days to communicate with others within a game.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It has to deliver excellent and clear sound so others can hear what you said.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Luckily these two headsets feature a microphone. And I can say both are good at delivering crystal clear voice to my teammates when I am playing CS: GO.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"The Steelseries Arctis 3 (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">The Steelseries Arctis 3<\/a> microphone has incorporated a&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">bi-directional design,<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;same with the airline industry&#8217;s microphone design that promises your voice can be heard clearly.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And the Astro A10 comes with a&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">uni-directional<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;microphone that picks up sound only from one direction.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For gaming headsets, I will recommend people to choose a gaming headset with&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a uni-directional&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">microphone.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The uni-directional microphone is better at capturing and isolating the sound coming out from your mouth because it is placed directly in front of your mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With a bi-directional microphone, the mic can pick up sound not only from the front but also the sound from its surrounding.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Have you ever talking with someone on the game, and you can hear the sound of their keyboard click or their mouse-clicking while talking?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Most likely, the person you are talking with is using a microphone with a&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">bi-directional design<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, based on my experience communicating with my children on CS: GO or other multiplayer games using the <a href=\"https:\/\/steelseries.com\/gaming-headsets\/arctis-3?color=black\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Steelseries Arctis 3 (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Steelseries Arctis 3<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">it has done a pretty good job in isolating nearby sound<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;even though it claims that they are using a bi-directional design microphone.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Arctis Mic vs. PAX East\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c-0YcnN7qpA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this youtube video by the steelseries to get a glimpse how good the microphone is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As with Astro A10, since its product uses a uni-directional microphone design, you do not have to worry about other noises as it only picks up sound from your mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I can say that they have good microphones for both of the gaming headsets.&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So you can choose whichever one you like and still get a good and clear microphone.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/what-is-a-great-gaming-laptop\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Also read: What is a great gaming laptop in 2020? (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><em>Also read:<\/em> <em>What is a great gaming laptop in 2020?<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Comfort\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which Headset Has the Best Comfort?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Next, let us talk about comfort.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Since you will be using the gaming headset for a long time during your gaming session, you want to find a gaming headset that is comfortable for your ear.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You want to choose one that can be worn for an extended period of gaming session without getting uncomfortable on your ear.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To begin with, we need to look at the material used to make the earpads. The earpads will come in contact directly with our and skin.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You need something that is breathable and does not keep or encourage moisture build-up.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Astro A10 earpads are made with a cloth cushion that is soft to the skin. The Steelseries Arctis 3 earpads come with an AirWeave ear cushion that promises to keep your ear dry and cool.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I prefer the earpads on the Steelseries Arctis 3 more than the one on Astro A10, mainly because it is cooler and softer to my skin.&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Plus, Arctis 3 earpads do not push against my ear too much, so I prefer it more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Besides the earpads, the weight of the gaming headset plays a vital role in your gaming experience.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I would call them &#8220;headset fatigue.&#8221; It is when you play for a long time, and your neck starts to hurt because your headset is too heavy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Obviously, you want a lightweight gaming headset so you can enjoy a more extended gaming session without experiencing the &#8220;headset fatigue.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let us compare the two.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Astro A10 gaming headset claims that the product is made with flexible and lightweight materials to allow its users to enjoy longer gaming periods.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ivDUmc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-5-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-5-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-5-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-5-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-5.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> Image source: Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Astro 10 comes weighing at only 12.3 ounces<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, making it one of the lightest gaming headset on the market.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I played on this gaming headset for 4+ hours and did not experience any &#8220;headset fatigue.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Coming with a lightweight construction as well, the Steelseries Arctis 3 promises it users can stay comfortable over the longest gaming sessions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Steelseries Arctis 3 weighs even lighter than the Astro 10 at only 10.4 ounces&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">making it even more comfortable to be worn for longer gaming sessions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To sum it up, although you will not directly feel the 2 ounces difference between the two gaming headsets, overall,&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I can conclude that the Steelseries Arctis 3 delivers a more comfortable experience than the Astro A10.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Features\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which Headset Has the Best Features?&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To be honest with you, sometimes I purchase a gaming headset not merely because of the sound quality but because of its little features that I find interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Both headsets come with one or two features that I feel need to be addressed to help us conclude which gaming headset is the best.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let me talk about the Steelseries Arctis 3 features first.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First, I like&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the retractable microphone<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;feature that comes with the headset.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-1.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image source: Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The retractable microphone allows you to hide the mic when you do not need to use it.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Together with the gaming headset&#8217;s overall design, the retractable microphone makes the headset looks like just a regular headset on the outside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I can bring the headset with me out in the public when I am playing with my switch or phone without attracting attention.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Personally, I like the plain-looking headset more. Maybe just because I am old now. Lol.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Another feature that I like from this headset is a feature they called&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ski Google Suspension Band<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Basically, it is just a piece of a band in the headset that helps distribute the headset&#8217;s weight and match your head shape better when using the headset.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-3-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-3-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-3-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-3-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-3.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image source: Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I find this feature helps me get more comfortable when wearing the headset.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unfortunately, Astro 10 does not come with too many features.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The only feature that I use on my Astro 10 is the&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">flip-to-mute microphone.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Because it comes with a uni-directional microphone, you can quickly mute or block sound by just lifting your microphone away from your mouth.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This feature is critical if you care so much about your privacy on the internet.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Headset_Has_the_Best_Value\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which Headset Has the Best Value?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now, it is time to answer the most crucial question of this whole review.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which gaming headset will give you the best bang of your buck?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First of all, both gaming headsets come with great value as an entry-level gaming headset.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They both come at below $100 price point, making it accessible and affordable for new gamers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let&#8217;s see each of their prices.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>At the time of writing, the Astro 10 retails at $69.99 on their official website, and the Steelseries Arctis 3 comes at $79.99.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At the first look, you might think that the Steelseries Arctis is more expensive compared to the Astro 10.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>However, if you look closely, you can get the Steelseries Arctis 3 for $69.99 on amazon. Same price with the Astro 10.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the other hand, the Astro 10 gaming headset is not available on Amazon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I do not know why, but all Astro 10 gaming headset that I found on Amazon are refurbished or renewed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I would not recommend you to buy a refurbished or renewed gaming headset at this price point because there are no benefits to it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I have to say though, since I use Amazon for my shopping a lot and I am an Amazon Prime member, I will appreciate it if the product can be back on it again.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Back to price again, since the Steelseries Arctis 3 and the Astro A10 can be bought with the same price at $69.99,&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I would give them both a draw in terms of value.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">P.S. look out for discounts on holiday sales as these products get discounted a lot during the black friday or the cyber monday sales.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Astro_A10_vs_Steelseries_Arctis_3_The_Winner_of_The_Best_Entry-Level_Gaming_Headset\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Astro A10 vs. Steelseries Arctis 3: The Winner of The Best Entry-Level Gaming Headset<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I have personally used both of the gaming headsets for quite some time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I even purchase additional pairs for my children to use because they give me excellent quality for gaming headsets under $100.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To come up with the best gaming headset out of the two, we have looked at how these two headsets deliver:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Audio quality<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Comfort<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Features&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Value<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Both of the gaming headsets deliver satisfying performance in all 4 factors.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-4-1024x560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-4-1024x560.png 1024w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-4-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-4-768x420.png 768w, https:\/\/gameranswers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Desktop-5-4.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image source: Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If I have to choose, I will give a slight edge to<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kn9IKx\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" the Steelseries Arctis 3 (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\"> the Steelseries Arctis 3<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The comfort and features of the Steelseries Arctis 3 slightly outperform the Astro 10.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It gave me a more enjoyable time and gaming experience while I am using the gaming headset.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Plus, I can bring the Arctis 3 outside to enjoy the headset paired with my Nintendo Switch without attracting too much attention due to its sleek design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although the audio quality is not as good as the Astro 10 right out of the box, you can tune it thru an equalizer or other 3rd party software.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But honestly, I can&#8217;t think you can go wrong with both headsets.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you want something simple right out of the box and plan to use the headset to match your RGB aesthetics, then go for the Astro 10.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Final Thoughts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So there you have it &#8211; My round-up review of both of the gaming headset.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now, do you like the look of the Astro 10?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Or do you prefer the more muted design of the Steelseries Arctis?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Which one are you going to buy? Let me know by leaving a comment below.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this post, I&#8217;m going to compare the Astro A10 gaming headset vs. the Steelseries Arctis 3 gaming headset. So, if you are on the market to purchase the best gaming headset under $100, you have come to the right place. 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