Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. 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 Wireless Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB-C
Height 17.2 cm -
Width 16.4 cm -
Depth 6 cm -
Weight 136 g 253 g Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset are lighter than Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset headphones.
Colour Black -
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 30 m -
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 100 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern Wireless 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 3 have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
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 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Microsoft Teams button Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
FEATURES Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 50 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 50 hours
Continuous talk: up to 30 hours
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Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type - USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Included Accessories USB dongle, USB charging cable -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows, Android tablet -
Software Certification Certified for Microsoft Teams -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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