Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P. 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 7P |
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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 | - | |
Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 290.3 g | - | |
Colour | Light grey | Black | |
Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 | |
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 7P 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 | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 7P microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dB | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, Bluetooth, sidetone |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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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 Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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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 7P |
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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) Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | USB-C wireless transmitter, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Supported Host Device OS | - | Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |