AKG Y400 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of AKG Y400 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

AKG Y400 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 170 g 236 g AKG Y400 are lighter than AKG Y400 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Rose gold | Green Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than AKG Y400.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 106 dB/mW 93 dB AKG Y400 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Power on/off, volume control Mute, volume
CABLE AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 20 hours
Continuous talk: up to 20 hours
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Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS AKG Y400 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories - Audio cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
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