Meze Empyrean vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Meze Empyrean and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. 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

Meze Empyrean vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headphones - wired Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight 430 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than Meze Empyrean headphones.
Colour Black copper White | Black
Body Material Fibreglass-reinforced ABS Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Open -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 4 - 110000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Meze Empyrean offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% <1% Meze Empyrean have lower total harmonic distortion than Meze Empyrean.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 31.6 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls - Mute, volume
CABLE Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type - Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
CONNECTIONS Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type Headphones Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Meze Empyrean SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories - Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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