ASTRO A20 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASTRO A20 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

ASTRO A20 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 320 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X are lighter than ASTRO A20 headphones.
Colour Black, green | Navy, Call of Duty | Silver, Call of Duty | Black, blue Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 9.14 m -
SOUND QUALITY ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than ASTRO A20.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% <1% SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X have lower total harmonic distortion than ASTRO A20.
Sensitivity 100 dB 93 dB ASTRO A20 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Audio Input Details Uni-directional -
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Volume, power on/off Mute, volume
CABLE ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - detachable - 1 m
Audio (optical) cable - detachable - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - detachable - 50 cm
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 15 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type - Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS ASTRO A20 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories Wireless transmitter Audio cable
Compatibility Mac, Windows 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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