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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | AKG N700NCM2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - USB-C | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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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 |
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Controls | Answer/end, 1-button remote | Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour |
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CABLE | AKG N700NCM2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 |
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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 |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | AKG N700NCM2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 |
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Features | - | ComfortMax System | |
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Additional Functions | - | RGB lighting |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | AKG N700NCM2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | - | |
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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 |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB (power only) |
USB (24 pin USB-C) Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | AKG N700NCM2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter | - | |
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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 | - |