Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

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Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. 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 Xbox Wireless Headset vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight 312 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset headphones.
Colour - White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Polyurethane leather -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC -
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 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet Neodymium
MICROPHONE Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, game/chat balance Mute, volume
CABLE Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - 35.6 cm Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 15 hour(s) -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type - Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories - Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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