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Feel all the emotion of your music. MOMENTUM 5 Wireless combines our best-ever noise cancellation with brilliant, exceptionally detailed sound. Advanced codecs and a meticulously tuned driver make instruments feel like they~re right there, playing just for you. The new ANC uses twice as many microphones (8) for three times better midrange noise cancellation than MOMENTUM 4 Wireless. The (replaceable) battery provides up to 57 hours of playtime with ANC on. You also get clear calls, gaming mode, and Bluetooth 6.0*. But features don~t define MOMENTUM 5. It~s how effortlessly they disappear, leaving nothing behind but emotion and music.
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Overall I found the Momentum 5 headphones to have excellent ANC and audio quality. The controls are accessed via touching the right earmuff and are fairly intuitive once you learn the motions. The mobile app gives you the ability to change equalizers, turn on/off immersive audio and set up sound zones. Note that because the controls are touch you do not have the ability to change or reassign them. I found the fit and feel to be good but like other Sennheiser’s I have owned they can feel a tad tight. The ear muffs are comfortable and help isolate ambient sound but the top support bar isn’t the most padded.
Pros:
- Excellent Adaptive Noise Cancellation
- Immersive and high-quality audio
- Customizable Experience via the mobile app
- Intuitive Touch Controls with auto pause
- Long battery life and nice carrying case
- Excellent Adaptive Noise Cancellation
- Immersive and high-quality audio
- Customizable Experience via the mobile app
- Intuitive Touch Controls with auto pause
- Long battery life and nice carrying case
Cons:
- Limited voice prompts vs tones
- Top support bar could have better padding
- Limited voice prompts vs tones
- Top support bar could have better padding
Performance: The Momentums are quick to pair with my Bluetooth devices and connect to the Sennheiser Smart Control mobile app. The on/off button is the only physical button on the headphones but there is a line of LEDs that give you the battery level upon start up. The touch controls on the right earmuff are fairly intuitive and easy to use. The auto pause on removing the headphones work without issue. Sadly Sennheiser uses tones vs voice prompts for most of the notifications which at this price point is surprising. The overall sound quality is excellent and you can use the Smart Control app to customize the sound quality to your liking. Note that the app does not allow you to make changes to the touch controls so they are not customizable. The ANC is very good and with the tight fitting earmuffs it really isolates you from background noises. The audio quality is outstanding, the highs and mids are crystal clear and bass is as good as it gets in a headphone. The immersive effects are good and the sound separation adds to the over audio quality. The Smart Control has several preconfigured equalizers or you can create your own. The Sound Zone feature in the app allows you to create custom equalizers and setting for specific zones like home, commute and work.
Fit: The Momentum 5 feels solid and looks like a premium headset. The fit is tight but that adds to the quality of the ANC. The earmuffs don’t interfere with my glasses and they feel relatively soft when wearing the headphones. The size of the earmuffs are smaller than other headphones I own but they do cover my ears completely. The top bar has padding but the padding is very soft thus the bar can become noticeable over time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Denon AVR-S980H makes your TV sound bigger, clearer, and more immersive~no dedicated home theater room required. Power a full speaker system for clear dialogue and lifelike sound that surrounds you, while keeping your setup simple with one hub for TV, gaming, and streaming. The AVR-S980H grows with you: Begin with a 2-channel setup, expand to 5.1 for movie nights, grow into 7.2 surround~using the same AVR every step of the way. Experience brilliant 4K and 8K visuals with supported TVs. With multiroom audio Powered by HEOS, your soundtrack flows throughout your home.
Customer Rating
5
Sound Experience you cannot get from a Soundbar
on July 19, 2026
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Bottomline: Whether you are building a home theatre or just want to listen to pure stereo music this Denon receiver has it all. Over the years I have owned nearly every brand of AV receiver and when it comes to Audio Quality none match Denon. Setup is fairly straightforward using the instructions on your TV and the Audyssey room correction configures the receiver to give you the best listening quality. This is very noticeable when you play a Dolby Atmos movie because the receiver provides a very immersive experience. Denon gives you the choice of listening equalizers as well as options to listen in DTS:X and Dolby Digital. Personally I jump between them because some media – music and movies – sound better in one format vs the other. This Denon does it all and it provides a listening experience you will never get from a soundbar.
Pros:
- Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
- Audyssey Room Correction Setup
- Supports 4k and 8k
- 6 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs
- Bluetooth and Wireless streaming
- Numerous equalizer options for movies and music
- Plenty of Power for most rooms
- HEOS wireless support
Pros:
- Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
- Audyssey Room Correction Setup
- Supports 4k and 8k
- 6 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs
- Bluetooth and Wireless streaming
- Numerous equalizer options for movies and music
- Plenty of Power for most rooms
- HEOS wireless support
Cons:
- Remote is not backlit
- Remote is not backlit
My Setup: I have Definitive Technologies BP9000 series speakers for my front, rear and center speakers, I have a SVS subwoofer that can rock the house. Note that this receiver will work with just about any speaker combination and make them sound better. Plus Denon gives you lots of control over the receiver’s output so that you can customize your listening experience to match your listening taste. For music I have a large selection of LPs and CDs as well as streaming music from Apple music and Amazon music. Amazon music supports songs recorded in Dolby Atmos and the Denon does a great job of making the music immersive. Connecting the hdmi, speakers and subwoofer are simple because everything is prelabeled on the back of the receiver. To run the Audessey room correction app you need to plug in the included microphone. Denon includes a cardboard microphone stand but I used a camera tripod instead because its much easier. You have to create a HEOS account if you plan on streaming directly from the receiver vs using your phone app or media player.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Built for home. Ready for everyone. The AMD processor delivers consistent, seamless performance, while the fanless design keeps bedrooms and shared spaces noise-free and peaceful. Look and sound your best in every call with a 23.8-inch Full HD display, 1080p webcam, dual mics, and fast Wi-Fi for smooth, uninterrupted connections. With HP Eye Ease to reduce blue light and a sleek 3-sided borderless design, it~s built to keep you productive and comfortable all day long.
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Bottom line: This HP OmniStudio is fine for web surfing, most business apps and light gaming but it lacks the processing and video capacity to do much more than that. It also has a hum/buzzing sound from the fans that are noticeable even when doing light duty functions. It’s not a deal breaker for me but if you are looking for a very quiet system this might not be the best choice. The OmniStudio does have a touch screen that works nicely but as a desktop device I am not sure that is a large benefit.
Pros:
- FHD Touch Screen
- 1 tb of NVMe storage
- 16 gb of Ram
- Lots of USB ports
- Speakers and Camera built in
- All in One with a nice stand
Cons:
- Fan noise
- Has minimal processing and graphics capabilities
- No dedicated NPU for Ai fans
- FHD Touch Screen
- 1 tb of NVMe storage
- 16 gb of Ram
- Lots of USB ports
- Speakers and Camera built in
- All in One with a nice stand
Cons:
- Fan noise
- Has minimal processing and graphics capabilities
- No dedicated NPU for Ai fans
Hardware: This system is built using an AMD Ryzen 540 and its powerful enough for simple task but it will definitely struggle doing anything complex. I’ve included the Geekbench scores below and they are what you would expect from an entry level system. The 16gb of Ram is plenty for a system like this and the 1tb of NVMe storage is more than enough for most users. The video is integrated and handled by the Ryzen 540 and it provides full HD graphics. For watching media and playing simple games this is fine but it will struggle with any complex photo processing. The speakers provide adequate audio and using the web cam you can do video calls quite easily. The FHD display is a IPS panel that is also a touch screen. The screen is bright and colorful and responds well to the touch. On the back there are two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports – Note that one of the USB-A ports are used to support the wireless mouse and keyboard. The keyboard and mouse both connect via the included wireless dongle.
Geekbench 6 scores:
Single Core: 1394
Multi Core: 4540
Open CL: 4696
Single Core: 1394
Multi Core: 4540
Open CL: 4696
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Elevate your gaming adventure with the Acer Nitro V 16, your gateway to an adrenaline-charged journey. This laptop is the perfect blend of power and style, pushing the boundaries of what~s possible on a laptop. Powered by the Intel~ Core 7 processor 240H and NVIDIA~ GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU, the Acer Nitro V 16 unleashes exceptional speed and cinematic visuals for smooth, immersive gameplay and streaming.
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Bottom line: The Acer Nitro is a good entry level gaming machine and it can handle typical home and business applications. The overall build is solid and the laptop is light enough to carry to/from school, work and home. The main downside to this laptop is the fan noise. When playing anything from Wobbly Life to Planet Crafter the noise was noticeable. When just doing Office type apps or surfing the web the fans stayed quiet.
Pros:
- Open NVMe Slot so you can add more storage
- Decent specs for an entry level gaming computer
- IPS display has fast 165 hz refresh rate
- Nitro Sense software allows you to control the laptop functions
- Acer My Key lets you assign a shortcut to the Acer key
- Open NVMe Slot so you can add more storage
- Decent specs for an entry level gaming computer
- IPS display has fast 165 hz refresh rate
- Nitro Sense software allows you to control the laptop functions
- Acer My Key lets you assign a shortcut to the Acer key
Cons:
- The fans can get noisy when playing games
- No dedicated NPU for Ai fans
- The fans can get noisy when playing games
- No dedicated NPU for Ai fans
Tech Specs: The display is a WUXGA (1920 x 1200) which means it is a wider display which is great for gaming and business apps. The fast 165 refresh rate means clearer imaging during fast games and improved movie/video performance. The laptop is equipped with the Nvidia 5050 video card which is entry level but still provides decent Frames Per Second on most games – see the test results below. The Intel ultra 7 provides plenty of processing power without an abundance of heat. As stated above though, when the fans kick in due to processing demands the fan noise can get noticeable. Luckily I only experienced this when running the laptop in Turbo mode and doing some heavy gaming, it was reasonably quiet when surfing the web or doing Excel, Word type business apps. The storage is a 512 GB NVMe M2 2280 Gen4 card and there is an open slot if you want to add more storage. The laptop has 16gb of Ram which is generally enough for most applications. The Ram is composed of two 8gb sticks so it is dual channel memory which is good but it means upgrading could be expensive.
Acer Software: Acer adds several programs including one with Ai apps if you want to use them. The Nitro Sense gives you dashboard so you can monitor the system, configure the RGB Lighting on the keyboard, system mode (Quiet, Balanced, Performance, Turbo) and to configure your user experience . The software is intuitive and gives you control over how the laptop functions. The Acer My Key allows you to assign a short cut or function to a special key located above the numerical keys.
3DMARK Scores
Steel Nomad Score = 1993
Battlefield V @ 1080p = 155+ FPS
Apex Legends @ 1080p = 140+ FPS
GTA V @ 1080p = 170+ FPS
Fortnite @ 1080p = 155+ FPS
Red Dead Redemption 2 @ 1080p = 100 FPS
3DMARK Scores
Steel Nomad Score = 1993
Battlefield V @ 1080p = 155+ FPS
Apex Legends @ 1080p = 140+ FPS
GTA V @ 1080p = 170+ FPS
Fortnite @ 1080p = 155+ FPS
Red Dead Redemption 2 @ 1080p = 100 FPS
Geekbench 6
Single Core Score = 2708
Multi Core Score = 12597
Open CL Score = 95518
Single Core Score = 2708
Multi Core Score = 12597
Open CL Score = 95518
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Game even faster with the SANDISK Optimus GX 7100 NVMe SSDs with PCIe Gen 4.0 boasting Sequential Read/Write speeds up to 7,250/6,900MB/s (1TB and 2TB models). Improve system responsiveness and help minimize game lag with Random Read/Write speeds up to 1M/1.4M IOPS (1TB and 2TB models) and integrated SANDISK nCache Technology. With a power-efficient architecture for laptops and handheld gaming consoles, conquer your gaming sessions or creative workflows while on-the go. Store more games and content with capacities up to 4TB on M.2 2280.
Customer Rating
5
Performance Gaming Storage
on May 26, 2026
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One of the easiest ways to upgrade the storage on your gaming computer is to install a new NVMe SSD. Whether you are replacing the OEM drive or adding a new drive to an open M2 slot in your gaming system the Sandisk Optimus GX is one to consider. The Optimus GX is designed for gaming and it balances high speed performance with reliability. Note that this drive is thin and does not have external heat sinks which makes it more compatible with various thin laptops and gaming systems but it also could be an issue if its located near a high heat source.
In my testing this Sandisk Optimus GX did outperform my OEM WD Gen 4x4 drive by as much as 25% on the CrystalDiskMark benchmarking app. However due to the high cost of storage these days it’s tough to decide if the improvement was cost justifiable over a slightly slower NVMe SSD. My gaming computer’s OEM drive was nearly full and it had a second M2 slot so I added the Sandisk drive to give me more storage.
In my testing this Sandisk Optimus GX did outperform my OEM WD Gen 4x4 drive by as much as 25% on the CrystalDiskMark benchmarking app. However due to the high cost of storage these days it’s tough to decide if the improvement was cost justifiable over a slightly slower NVMe SSD. My gaming computer’s OEM drive was nearly full and it had a second M2 slot so I added the Sandisk drive to give me more storage.
Installation: Installing an NVMe drive is simple if you have an open slot. You physically mount the drive and then use Windows Disk Management to get it recognized and formatted. Once it was formatted I used Steam’s settings to move my games onto the new Sandisk drive. Sandisk has a Sandisk Dashboard software app that monitors the health of the SSD. There is also the Acronis image software app that allows you to copy over an entire drive. This is useful if you are replacing an existing drive.
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Play to win with SCUF Omega for PS5. Designed for performance, speed, and control by the brand who defined the pro controller. 11 additional, fully customizable inputs (x4 rear paddles, x2 side buttons, x5 G-Keys) for quicker reactions in your favorite games. Endurance TMR Thumbsticks are durable, accurate, and smooth. Adjustable Instant Triggers with Omron mechanical switches for mouse-click like activation for the fastest shots. Customize your setup through the SCUF Mobile App, remap every command where you need it, adjust to true 0% deadzones, tune response curves, and more. Ultra-low latency, PC 1K wireless/wired polling for lightning-fast inputs.
Customer Rating
5
Sets the Standards for Customization
on May 14, 2026
Posted by: explore42
The SCUF Omega is the most customizable controller I have ever used. I don’t care what game you are playing this controller will make you rethink what you need at your finger tips to win. You need a function to win – there is a button for that. Need a longer thumbstick – they are included. Need super-fast triggering – there is an option for that. Bottom line is this controller has enough configurable buttons and included options to meet every requirement that I can think of. As far as controllers go this sets the standards for customization.
Pros:
- Feels very solid and it is easy to grip
- Four rear paddles and two side buttons
- Wireless, Wired and Bluetooth connectivity
- Removeable face plate for easy access to optional Thumbsticks
- Lots of accessories including a very nice protective case
- Three stored Profiles for Shooters, Sport and Racing
- Mobile SCUF app is intuitive and detailed
- Status and RGB lighting
- Feels very solid and it is easy to grip
- Four rear paddles and two side buttons
- Wireless, Wired and Bluetooth connectivity
- Removeable face plate for easy access to optional Thumbsticks
- Lots of accessories including a very nice protective case
- Three stored Profiles for Shooters, Sport and Racing
- Mobile SCUF app is intuitive and detailed
- Status and RGB lighting
Cons:
- Not fully integrated with iCUE yet
- No Game specific profiles
- Not fully integrated with iCUE yet
- No Game specific profiles
Setup: You can connect the controller via a USB cable or use the wireless dongle or use Bluetooth. Under the removable cover there is a switch that needs to be set for the type of connectivity you plan on using. There is also a switch that needs to be set for PS or PC. Once you have those set you have to download the SCUF app on your mobile device and then use Bluetooth to pair the device with the controller. The SCUF app is intuitive and detailed and it allows you to assign keyboard and system functions to the secondary switches on the controller. For me this meant I was able to assign the F and R keys for War Thunder to the side switches for faster reaction time. If you ok with the default settings you can simply connect the controller to a Play Station or PC. There is also a mode switch with three preconfigured gaming profiles for Shooters, Sport and Racing.
Software: Currently the only software you can use to configure this controller is the SCUF mobile app on IOS or Android. The app is intuitive and very detailed. It gives you the ability to assign Keyboard, Gamepad and Audio functions to the various buttons and switches on the controller. Hopefully in the near future this controller will be compatible with Corsair’s iCUE software and allow you to assign keyboard strokes and macros from a pc.
Accessories: The controller comes with several interchangeable accessories. There are three additional Thumbsticks, side and inner paddle blanking plates if you chose not to want those switches, a USB dongle and a very nice carrying case.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wherever life takes you, the Acer Swift Go 16 AI is designed to move with you. Its slim, ultra~thin design slips effortlessly into your day, while all~day battery life and the powerful AMD Ryzen~ AI 7 445 processor deliver seamless performance ~ so you can work, create, and stay connected effortlessly, wherever you go. A stunning WUXGA (1920 x 1200) touch matte display makes every moment more immersive, while built~in AI performance helps ideas take shape so you can stay one step ahead.
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This Acer Swift laptop is capable of doing the everyday task like email, playing media, web browsing and most office applications. The AMD GPU isn’t the most powerful but it should be able to play most games at a HD resolution. The computer comes with several AI based software applications that can help you improve everything from your workflow to your art/photo manipulation. The 16” Touch Screen is bright and colorful and its slim profile make it easy to transport in the included case. The 16gb of memory and 1 tb of storage should be plenty for most users but note that neither can be upgraded easily.
Pros:
- Touch Screen that lays flat
- 1 tb of NVMe Gen 4x4 storage
- Runs fairly quiet and cool even in Performance mode
- Ai ready and capable
- Built in GPU and NPU
- Nice travel bag to protect the laptop
Pros:
- Touch Screen that lays flat
- 1 tb of NVMe Gen 4x4 storage
- Runs fairly quiet and cool even in Performance mode
- Ai ready and capable
- Built in GPU and NPU
- Nice travel bag to protect the laptop
Cons:
- Not upgradeable – no open NVMe slots to add storage
- Not upgradeable – no open NVMe slots to add storage
Tech Specs: The display is a touch panel with a 1920 x 1200 resolution and a 120 hz refresh rate. The built in GPU is an AMD 840M and the included AMD software gives you limited control of its performance. Bottom lines is that this laptop is ok for entry level gaming and media applications as shown below in the 3D Mark scores. The AMD AI 7 445 is a six core, twelve thread processor that provides a balance between performance, battery life and heat. During the Geekbench 6 stress test the fans were relatively quiet and the laptop didn’t get hot – see the Geekbench results below. The laptop has a NPU and is AI capable for those wanting to run AI apps. The laptop has 16 mb of DDR5 ram which should plenty for most apps. The SSD is a NVMe 1 tb SSD and its a PCIe gen 4x4 so its fast. Note that the memory and storage cannot be easily upgraded. There is only a single SSD storage slot which is occupied and the memory is not accessible. The laptop has two USB-A 3.2 ports, two USB-C ports, an HDMI port, and a Micro SD and Headset jack.
Acer Software: There are several installed software applications that use AI to help with everything from your workflow to your photos and art. The Acer Sense software allows you to manage the laptop’s performance as well as manage the battery utilization.
Benchmark Testing:
Acer Software: There are several installed software applications that use AI to help with everything from your workflow to your photos and art. The Acer Sense software allows you to manage the laptop’s performance as well as manage the battery utilization.
Benchmark Testing:
3DMark
Estimated Performance from Steel Nomad Light stress test
Battlefield V @1080p Ultra = >30 fps
Apex Legends @1080p Ultra = 100 + fps
GTA V @1080p Ultra = 145+ fps
Red Redemption 2 @ 1080p Ultra = >30 fps
Fortnite @1080p Ultra = 85+ fps
Estimated Performance from Steel Nomad Light stress test
Battlefield V @1080p Ultra = >30 fps
Apex Legends @1080p Ultra = 100 + fps
GTA V @1080p Ultra = 145+ fps
Red Redemption 2 @ 1080p Ultra = >30 fps
Fortnite @1080p Ultra = 85+ fps
Geekbench 6
Single Core Score = 2552
Multi Core Score = 9868
Open CL Score = 12929
Vulcan Score = 7861
Single Core Score = 2552
Multi Core Score = 9868
Open CL Score = 12929
Vulcan Score = 7861
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Improve your desktop listening experience with the versatile Insignia Computer Speakers. The minimalistic design makes setup a breeze with built-in 3.5 mm AUX and USB cables. The speakers can play audio aloud or connect to your wired headphones with a 3.5 mm headphone jack for private listening. The 2.0-channel setup delivers stereo sound for your work video calls, music enjoyment, or video games.
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These Insignia Speakers are a low cost solution to adding standalone speakers to a laptop or desktop. Before considering them however you need to verify that you have a spare USB port to supply power and an audio out/headphone jack on your device. If you don’t have a spare USB port you will need an additional USB power supply to get power to the speakers. The right speaker has the USB cable for power, the audio cable to connect to your device’s headphone jack and the speaker cable to the left speaker. Be aware that the cable between the speakers is 36” long and it is permanently attached so you cannot separate the speakers more than 3 feet. The audio quality is what you would expect from speakers in this price range. They lack bass and treble and the midrange becomes muffled as you increase the volume. When using them for video calls the audio was better than using the laptop speakers. When using them to listen to music or play games the lack of lows and highs are sorely missed but again they are an improvement over my laptop speakers. On the front of the right speaker there is an on/off – volume control, a power led indicator and a headphone jack. The on/off – volume control worked fine and having the ability to turn them on/off is definitely an advantage. Overall I found the speakers to meet the basic needs for adding external speakers however I would recommend considering spending more money and get speakers with a subwoofer and Bluetooth connectivity.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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This is a Gaming Headset for PC/XB/PS. Experience the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni—the ultimate universal gaming and entertainment headset. Experience true Hi Res 96kHz/24 bit wireless audio over 2.4GHz and Bluetooth LE, with OmniPlay letting you connect up to five devices and mix up to four audio sources at once. Enjoy simultaneous PC and console audio unique to SteelSeries, and broadcast quality voice with the ClearCast Pro high bandwidth omnidirectional microphone with advanced AI noise rejection built-in. Hybrid ANC and Transparency Mode keep you in control, while dual hot swap batteries deliver uninterrupted play. Fine tune everything instantly using the Arctis Mobile App, GG/Sonar PC Software, or the GameHub’s OLED display. One headset for all your systems, all at once.
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Overall there is a lot to like about the Arctis Nova Pro Omni. I found the fit to be comfortable for their size and the earmuffs along with the ANC seal out any external sounds. The spare battery and charger in the base station guarantees you will not run out of battery life. The base station provides the ability to mix your audio feeds and there are lots of connectivity options using 2.4 wireless or Bluetooth. I found the sound quality to be good and you can access over 320 different preconfigured equalizer settings to match your game play. There is both a mobile app and pc software that allows you to configure the audio quality to your specific needs. The headphones do support spatial audio but even using the software I wasn’t as impressed with the spatial separation compared to other high-end headphones.
Pros:
- Solid build with good audio quality and ANC
- 2.4 wireless and Bluetooth connectivity that allows up to three simultaneous connections via the base station
- Replaceable battery with spare included
- Feature rich Apps for mobile and pc
- Retractable recessed microphone
- Base station with Display and battery charger
Pros:
- Solid build with good audio quality and ANC
- 2.4 wireless and Bluetooth connectivity that allows up to three simultaneous connections via the base station
- Replaceable battery with spare included
- Feature rich Apps for mobile and pc
- Retractable recessed microphone
- Base station with Display and battery charger
Cons:
- Not the best spatial audio separation
- Limited voice prompts vs tones
- Not the best spatial audio separation
- Limited voice prompts vs tones
Performance: I found the 40mm drivers provide good sound quality and the ANC does a respectable job isolating you from external sounds. Within the GG Windows app and the mobile app there are preconfigured equalizer settings for over 320 various games and listening modes. I tried many of them including the equalizer settings for Asseto Corsa, War Thunder, Beam NG, Sniper Elite, Star Wars and Minecraft. For the most part I felt the equalizers did a decent job and there is a custom mode that you can configure for your specific needs. The only downside I felt was in the Spatial audio playback. The Steelseries GG software does allow you to configure the spatial audio however when playing some games they just didn’t seem to provide the spatial separation that some other high-end headphones provide.
Set Up: Once I had the base station connected to my gaming pc I downloaded the Steelseries GG app for Windows. The app is user friendly and I was able to download the latest firmware for the base station and headset. Next I downloaded the app into my iPhone and verified that I could control the headset from the Windows app as well as my mobile app. This is great if you plan on gaming using your phone or a console. The Windows app does offer some additional features but the mobile app covers all the basics. The connectivity is simple on this headphone because you can use the 2.4 wireless or Bluetooth to the base station as well as Bluetooth directly to your mobile device or tablet. Sadly these headphones use tones vs voice prompts most often so you don’t get a voice prompt telling you that you are in pairing mode or connected. Instead you get tones which you have to interpret.
Fit and Feel: These are rather large headphones but they have super soft earmuffs which help seal out the ambient noise as well as cup your head softly. There is an elastic headband strap that you can adjust to control how much of the headphone’s upper arm contacts your head. For me this really improved the overall feel of the headphones because I no longer felt a bar sitting on the top of my head. Also because of the way the headband sits on my head I didn’t notice the weight of the headphones nearly as much. The earmuffs and speakers are large enough to cover my entire ear and they didn’t create any issues for me when wearing my glasses.
Set Up: Once I had the base station connected to my gaming pc I downloaded the Steelseries GG app for Windows. The app is user friendly and I was able to download the latest firmware for the base station and headset. Next I downloaded the app into my iPhone and verified that I could control the headset from the Windows app as well as my mobile app. This is great if you plan on gaming using your phone or a console. The Windows app does offer some additional features but the mobile app covers all the basics. The connectivity is simple on this headphone because you can use the 2.4 wireless or Bluetooth to the base station as well as Bluetooth directly to your mobile device or tablet. Sadly these headphones use tones vs voice prompts most often so you don’t get a voice prompt telling you that you are in pairing mode or connected. Instead you get tones which you have to interpret.
Fit and Feel: These are rather large headphones but they have super soft earmuffs which help seal out the ambient noise as well as cup your head softly. There is an elastic headband strap that you can adjust to control how much of the headphone’s upper arm contacts your head. For me this really improved the overall feel of the headphones because I no longer felt a bar sitting on the top of my head. Also because of the way the headband sits on my head I didn’t notice the weight of the headphones nearly as much. The earmuffs and speakers are large enough to cover my entire ear and they didn’t create any issues for me when wearing my glasses.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung~s 27" Odyssey G5 QHD Gaming Monitor delivers brilliant visuals for exhilarating gameplay that~s more immersive than ever before. QHD resolution (2560 x 1440), with more than 1.7 times the pixel density of Full HD, boasts incredibly detailed, pin-sharp images. The fast IPS panel, with its 178~ viewing angle, provides an engaging gaming experience by consistently delivering crisp, clear hues from various viewpoints. 180Hz Refresh Rate and 1ms response time (GtG) allow ultimate speed for ultra-smooth gaming precision, while G-Sync compatibility syncs the GPU and panel to reduce choppiness, screen lag, and image tearing. Scenes feel more realistic with HDR10, which provides brighter highlights and nuanced shadows for added depth. Black Equalizer improves visibility in the deepest shadows, while Virtual Aim Point increases the accuracy of the player~s aim when the action peaks. Auto Source Switch+ allows instantaneous switching between connected devices without having to flip through multiple inputs. Maintain winning streaks in total comfort with the height-adjustable Ergonomic Stand that easily pivots, tilts, and swivels for the perfect view.
Customer Rating
4
Good Display, Bad OSD control location
on April 20, 2026
Posted by: explore42
This Odyssey G5 monitor provides good video for gaming at a respectable QHD resolution with a 180 fps refresh rate. But it is a royal pain when it comes to accessing the On/Off and the OSD control because of its location. The OSD control is no longer directly below the Samsung badge on the front like the older G5s but rather 2 inches up on the rear of the monitor. For me this means raising up the monitor so I can get my hand behind it every time I want to change a monitor/display setting which is not convenient.
Pros:
- The ISP display is bright with good color saturation and reasonable blacks
- High speed refresh rate at 180 hz @ 2560x1440 resolution
- Versatile stand and VESA compatible for mounting
Pros:
- The ISP display is bright with good color saturation and reasonable blacks
- High speed refresh rate at 180 hz @ 2560x1440 resolution
- Versatile stand and VESA compatible for mounting
Cons:
- The OSD and On/Off control are extremely difficult to reach from the front of the monitor
- Lacks USB-C video and only has one HDMI and one Display Port
- No USB ports
- Power on LED is very small and only visible from the back of the monitor
- There is no RGB lighting
- The OSD and On/Off control are extremely difficult to reach from the front of the monitor
- Lacks USB-C video and only has one HDMI and one Display Port
- No USB ports
- Power on LED is very small and only visible from the back of the monitor
- There is no RGB lighting
I cabled up the monitor to one of my gaming computers with a Nvidia 4080 graphics card and ran it through several monitor tests checking for dead pixels, color consistency and refresh rates. Everything tested fine but I had to make some changes using the OSD to get the display quality that I like. There are 10 preconfigured settings for gaming types (Entertainment, Graphic, ECO, Game Standard, RPG, RTS, FPS, Sports, Original and Custom) that allow you to choose what looks best for your games. When playing various games I found that the Game Standard and the FPS settings worked fairly well. The images were crisp, the colors were bright and variance from white to gray to black gave the scenes decent depth. Overall I liked to image quality and other than the OSD location it’s a worthwhile gaming monitor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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