Side by side comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 19 cm | |
Width | - | 17.5 cm | |
Depth | - | 8.71 cm | |
Weight | 310 g | 236 g | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones. |
Colour | - | White | Black | |
Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | - | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 15 - 28000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | 93 dB | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
Impedance | 38 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 45 mm | 40 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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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 1 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 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Controls | Volume | Mute, volume |
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CABLE | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Features | - | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | - | |
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Battery Life | 40 hour(s) | - | |
Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Included Accessories | Protective pouch | Audio cable, audio extension cable | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years United States: limited warranty - 1 year Asia: limited warranty - 1 year |