Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. 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

Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight 180 g 236 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT headphones.
Colour Black | Brown-grey White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Noise Isolating Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 93 dB Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Impedance - 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional 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 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Sensitivity -40 dB -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Volume Mute, volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer -
Battery Life 25 hour(s) -
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories - Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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