Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro. 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

Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Product Type Headset - wired - USB-C Headset - wired
Height 17.3 cm 19.3 cm
Width 16.7 cm -
Depth 6 cm 8.74 cm
Weight 142 g 458 g Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset are lighter than Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset headphones.
Colour Black -
Recommended Use Computer Game console, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - 360° Surround Sound
Frequency Response 100 - 20000 Hz 10 - 40000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance - 38 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 91 dB -
Diaphragm 28 mm 40 mm SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Form Factor Headset microphone Built-in
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 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, Microsoft Teams button -
CABLE Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Cable Type USB-C cable - 1.5 m Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.5 m -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Connector Type USB (24 pin USB-C) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Bundled with - GameDAC Gen 2
Included Accessories - 2 removable magnetic ear plates, microphone pop filter
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Software Certification Certified for Microsoft Teams -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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