There’s an X box One-specific version coming at a later date, but this one will work with Microsoft’s latest console if you purchase the separate Xbox One Stereo Headset adapter that plugs into the base of your controller.
The Siberia V3 connects to your PC/Mac, mobile devices and PS4 via a 3.5mm headphone jack connection. Although this is a headset that is compatible with a wide array of devices, the earcups and supporting bands are pretty chunky, making us feel a little self-conscious when wearing it out and about.
There’s also the issue of the headset being a little on the large size aesthetically too. There’s nothing you can do about that either – it’ll either fit your head or they won’t. However, we tried this headset on a variety of our pals’ heads and discovered the fact you can’t adjust the floating headband means it won’t fit anyone with a slightly small head. Overall the lightweight and pressure-free design all amounts to a headset that you can wear for hours without any discomfort. Compared to some of the neon lights you get on headsets, this is an understated design that’s only available in black and white. We would have preferred more matte plastic on the headset rather than the added gloss. SteelSeries has obviously chosen to do this for weight reasons, as other materials like aluminium would have added significant bulk to the headset. The Siberia V3 is a well-built headset, but there is a lot of plastic on the exterior of the earcups. The people around you might hear a bit of what you’re listening to if you’re wearing them at work, on public transport or at home when someone else is around. We did find that the memory foam blocked out external noise quite well, but it didn’t limit any audio leak from the inside out. Because of this the earcups lie a lot closer to your head, minimising external noise and improving the seal without increasing pressure. The earcups are lined with memory foam and finished with a leather-effect lining. It’s lightweight and doesn’t apply pressure to your ears – something that we find is often an issue with gaming headsets. The over-ear cups are connected by a pair of lightweight structural bands atop a floating headband that rests on your head without the need for actual adjustments.įor the average-sized head this is a fantastic design. If you’re familiar with the SteelSeries Siberia V2, the design of the Siberia V3 won’t come as much of a surprise. What you get is a great all-rounder headset, with a fairly understated design, fantastic audio and a retractable microphone – all for under £100.
The SteelSeries Siberia V3 not only has the company’s standing to go on, but it also follows on from the notoriously reliable SteelSeries Siberia V2 headset released back in 2009. SteelSeries has been making gaming headsets and accessories extremely successfully for a number of years now, establishing itself as one of the staples of the gaming industry.
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