In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. 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 Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Wireless headset system - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Height | 17.2 cm | - | |
Width | 16.4 cm | - | |
Depth | 6 cm | - | |
Weight | 136 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 30 m | 12 m | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 20000 Hz | 10 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
Impedance | - | 38 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 91 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 28 mm | 40 mm | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox 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. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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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. |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 6500 Hz | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | - | 2200 Ohm | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Controls | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Microsoft Teams button | - |
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CABLE | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Cable Type | - | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m 2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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FEATURES | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Additional Functions | - | Transparency mode |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | 50 hour(s) | 44 hour(s) | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 50 hours Continuous talk: up to 30 hours |
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 36 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 44 hours |
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Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | - | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
OTHERS | Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle, USB charging cable | Pop filter, wireless headset system base, 2 batteries, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows, Android tablet | - | |
Software Certification | Certified for Microsoft Teams | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |