AKG N700NCM2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of AKG N700NCM2 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

AKG N700NCM2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB-C
Weight 277 g 253 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 are lighter than AKG N700NCM2 headphones.
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 10 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger frequency range than AKG N700NCM2.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 16 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Answer/end, 1-button remote Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity 800 mAh -
Battery Life 23 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 23 hours
Continuous talk: up to 23 hours
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Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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