MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI DS502 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 19 cm -
Width 22 cm -
Depth 10 cm -
Weight 405 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
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 7X 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 7X.
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 7X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 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 7X
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, bass control Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type - 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
Cable Length 2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
Additional Functions LED lights -
BATTERY AND CHARGING MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories - Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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