Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P. 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

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 310 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black | White
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 1P
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 1P.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 93 dB Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P.
Impedance 38 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Controls Volume Mute, volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer -
Battery Life 40 hour(s) -
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P
Included Accessories Protective pouch Audio cable
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
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