In depth comparison and review of EPOS PC 8 USB 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 | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB-A | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 16 cm | - | |
Width | 14 cm | - | |
Depth | 5 cm | - | |
Weight | 84 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Earpad Material | - | AirWeave memory foam | |
Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 22000 Hz | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
Impedance | - | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | - | 40 mm | |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones 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 | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Controls | Mute, volume | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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CABLE | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - 2 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 |
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Cable Length | 2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | EPOS PC 8 USB | 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 | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
CONNECTIONS | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Connector Type | USB (4 PIN USB Type A) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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OTHERS | EPOS PC 8 USB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Included Accessories | - | 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 | Mac, Windows | |
Compliant Standards | Plug and Play | - | |
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 |