ASUS TUF Gaming H5 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming H5 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

ASUS TUF Gaming H5 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 236 g
Colour - Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, phone, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than ASUS TUF Gaming H5.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm ASUS TUF Gaming H5 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom & on-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional, omni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 / 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Audio Input Details Uni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz
Omni-directional - 50 - 10000 Hz
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Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Mute, volume
CABLE ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.2 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
CONNECTIONS ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS ASUS TUF Gaming H5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories 7.1 surround USB adapter 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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