Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P. 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 7P |
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Product Type | Headset - wired | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Weight | 208 g | - | |
Colour | Classic | Black | |
Body Material | Aluminium alloy | Memory foam, airweave | |
Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics, phone | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P 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 7P. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 7P microphone 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 | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, Bluetooth, sidetone |
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CABLE | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Plated Connector | Gold | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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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 7P |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C) Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | KEF M500 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Included Accessories | Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter | USB-C wireless transmitter, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |