In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Xbox Stereo 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 Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Wireless headset system - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Weight | 286 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Earpad Material | Polyurethane leather | - | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 12 m | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Built-in Decoders | Dolby Atmos | - | |
Sound Effects | DTS Headphone:X, Windows Sonic surround sound | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 10 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | Composite - 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | - | 2200 Ohm | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Controls | Mute, volume | - |
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CABLE | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Cable Type | Headset cable | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m 2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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FEATURES | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Additional Functions | - | Transparency mode |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | - | 44 hour(s) | |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 36 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 44 hours |
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Included Qty | - | 2 |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | - |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Xbox Stereo Headset | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Included Accessories | - | Pop filter, wireless headset system base, 2 batteries, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |