MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI DS502 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

MSI DS502 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Wireless headset system - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height 19 cm -
Width 22 cm -
Depth 10 cm -
Weight 405 g -
Colour - Black
Design - Games
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
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
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual 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 MSI DS502.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 105 dB 93 dB MSI DS502 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox.
Impedance - 38 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 Pro Wireless for Xbox
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Sensitivity -36 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance 2.2 kOhm 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, bass control -
CABLE MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Cable Type - Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 2 m -
FEATURES MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Additional Functions LED lights Transparency mode
BATTERY AND CHARGING MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Battery Type - Headset battery Lithium Ion
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
Included Qty - 2
CONNECTIONS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) -
OTHERS MSI DS502 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox
Included Accessories - Pop filter, wireless headset system base, 2 batteries, 2 removable magnetic ear plates
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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