JBL Quantum 100P vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Quantum 100P and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. 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

JBL Quantum 100P vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB-C
Height 20.7 cm -
Width 14.2 cm -
Depth 7 cm -
Weight 220 g 253 g JBL Quantum 100P are lighter than JBL Quantum 100P headphones.
Colour White -
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound, QuantumSOUND Signature 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 100P.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 93 dB JBL Quantum 100P have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Microphone Features Mute function Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Mute, volume Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type Headset cable - angled - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
FEATURES JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS JBL Quantum 100P SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Included Accessories Wind shield -
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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