KEF M500 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

KEF M500 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
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
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
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
Form Factor - Headset microphone
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
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, Bluetooth, sidetone
CABLE KEF M500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
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
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
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
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)
OTHERS KEF M500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
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
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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