AKG N700NCM2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of AKG N700NCM2 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. 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 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 277 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
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 7X 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.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Answer/end, 1-button remote Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
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
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS AKG N700NCM2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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