In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Weight | 310 g | - | |
| Colour | - | Black | |
| Earpad Material | - | AirWeave memory foam | |
| Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
| Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
| Gaming | - | Yes | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| 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 7X. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | 93 dB | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Impedance | 38 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 45 mm | 40 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
| MICROPHONE | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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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 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
| Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dB | |
| Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Controls | Volume | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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| CABLE | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| FEATURES | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Features | - | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 40 hour(s) | - | |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
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| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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| OTHERS | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Included Accessories | Protective pouch | Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years Australia: limited warranty - 2 years Asia: limited warranty - 1 year United States: limited warranty - 1 year |
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