Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 185 g -
Colour Black Black
Earpad Material Memory foam AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW 93 dB Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Impedance 35 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Condenser -
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 50 - 4000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
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
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 38 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
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years 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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