Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | 19.9 cm | |
Width | 19.5 cm | 16.8 cm | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | 8.66 cm | |
Weight | 290.3 g | 322 g | Microsoft Surface Headphones are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones headphones. |
Colour | Light grey | Black | |
Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 12 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
Impedance | - | 36 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | - |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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Type | - | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 620 mAh | |
Battery Life | 15 hour(s) | - | |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours |
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Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | USB-C wireless transmitter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |