MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI DS502 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

MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 19 cm 19 cm
Width 22 cm 17.5 cm
Depth 10 cm 8.71 cm
Weight 405 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than MSI DS502 headphones.
Colour - White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger frequency range than MSI DS502.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 105 dB 93 dB MSI DS502 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Impedance - 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional 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
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Sensitivity -36 dB -38 dB
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, bass control Mute, volume
CABLE MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type - Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
Additional Functions LED lights -
CONNECTIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories - Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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