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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer a traditional in-ear option with a mic boom for clearer calls, the Steelseries TUSQ earbuds might be better. However, if you prioritize listening to audio while staying aware of your surroundings, such as when exercising outdoors, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction headphones would be suitable as they don't block your ear canal. The TUSQ connects via cable and has a slightly better overall sound quality, while the Youthwhisper is wireless and can be preferable for an active lifestyle due to being sweatproof and dustproof but offers a different sound experience due to its bone conduction technology. Neither has active noise canceling, so if you're looking for quiet listening environments, neither option will provide strong noise isolation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Steelseries TUSQ
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.6
4.8
The Steelseries TUSQ is good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Gaming
8.5
4.9
The Steelseries TUSQ is very good for gaming, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the Steelseries TUSQ is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.7
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Steelseries TUSQ is poor.
TV and Video
7.3
5.1
The Steelseries TUSQ is good for TV and video, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The Steelseries TUSQ is only fair for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Steelseries TUSQ does not have a battery. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$56
$36
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The Steelseries TUSQ has a price of $56 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Steelseries TUSQ and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the Steelseries TUSQ and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Steelseries TUSQ | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$56 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Steelseries | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | Unknown | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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Steelseries TUSQ
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Aloysius Low | March 2021
"The SteelSeries Arctis Tusq is a great headset for those on a more modest budget. You can use it for gaming or music, and I daresay it's also great for Zoom meetings when you don't want to be wearing on-ear or over-ear headphones."
Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
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Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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About Steelseries
Steelseries is a Danish gaming products manufacturer founded in 2001 and owned by GN Store Nord. Beside a large variety of gaming peripherals like mice, keyboards, and mousemats, Steelseries markets the Arctis line of gaming headsets which feature integrated boom microphones and RGB lighting. Steelseries has partnered with several game publishers and studios for limited editions of their products like a line of Cyberpunk 2077 themed headsets in 2020.
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