Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Product Type | Headset - wired | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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| Height | - | 19.9 cm | |
| Width | - | 16.8 cm | |
| Depth | - | 8.66 cm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 322 g | KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones. |
| Colour | Classic | Black | |
| Body Material | Aluminium alloy | Memory foam, airweave | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics, phone | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
| Gaming | - | Yes | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 12 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Foldable | Yes | - | KEF M500 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500. |
| Max Input Power | 30 mW | - | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 93 dB | KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
| MICROPHONE | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | On-cable | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
| Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal |
| REMOTE CONTROL | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth |
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| CABLE | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Cable Type | 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m | USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 620 mAh | |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C) |
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| OTHERS | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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| Included Accessories | Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter | USB-C wireless transmitter | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |
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