SteelSeries GG vs VKBDevCfg Device Configurator
SteelSeries GG
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| Figure | SteelSeries GG | VKBDevCfg Device Configurator |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Gaming Peripheral Software | 8.3 (#9) | 7.1 (#29) |
| Purpose | GG bundles SteelSeries gaming services in one app for clipping, tuning, setup, and sharing. | The configurator sets up joystick controls, calibrates axes, saves and loads joystick parameters, and prepares controllers for firmware upgrades. |
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In their own words
SteelSeries GG
SteelSeries GG is a free app for Windows and macOS that bundles services for gameplay clipping, audio tuning, device setup, and sharing. Sonar adjusts in-game audio, optimizes chat, reduces microphone noise, and balances game, chat, media, auxiliary, and microphone channels. It can route apps such as Spotify or Discord to separate streams and is described as working with any headset and microphone. Moments records gameplay, shares clips, and offers AI auto-clipping for selected games including Fortnite, Counter-Strike 2, and Valorant. Engine customizes compatible SteelSeries devices with lighting, audio, macros, button assignments, and game profiles. It includes equalizer options, bass boost, virtual surround, microphone presets, and reactive GameSense lighting tied to button presses or in-game events. Sonar and Moments list Windows 10 (RS5+) requirements, while Engine offers a macOS 11+ download. The listed GG plan is a free download for Windows 10+.
VKBDevCfg Device Configurator
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