In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Product Type | Headset - wired - USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 17.3 cm | - | |
| Width | 16.7 cm | - | |
| Depth | 6 cm | - | |
| Weight | 142 g | - | |
| Colour | Black | Black | |
| Earpad Material | - | AirWeave memory foam | |
| Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
| Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
| Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
| Impedance | - | 36 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 91 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 28 mm | 40 mm | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
| MICROPHONE | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 6500 Hz | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dB | |
| Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Controls | Mute, volume, answer/end, Microsoft Teams button | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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| CABLE | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Cable Type | USB-C cable - 1.5 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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| Cable Length | 1.5 m | - | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Features | - | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Connector Type | USB (24 pin USB-C) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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| OTHERS | Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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| Included Accessories | - | Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable | |
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| Compatibility | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows | |
| Software Certification | Certified for Microsoft Teams | - | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years Australia: limited warranty - 2 years Asia: limited warranty - 1 year United States: limited warranty - 1 year |
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