HP G2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP G2 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. 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

HP G2 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 14.7 cm -
Width 16 cm -
Depth 5.5 cm -
Weight 88 g 236 g HP G2 are lighter than HP G2 headphones.
Colour Shadow black Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than HP G2.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 120 dB +/- 3dB 93 dB HP G2 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X.
Impedance 64 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Connectivity Technology Wired -
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dB
Sensitivity Margin +/- 3dB -
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute, play/pause Mute, volume
CABLE HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Headset cable Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
CONNECTIONS HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS HP G2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories - Audio cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
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