Detailed comparison and review of MSI IMMERSE GH20 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 19.6 cm | - | |
Width | 17.2 cm | - | |
Depth | 8.3 cm | - | |
Weight | 245 g | 236 g | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X are lighter than MSI IMMERSE GH20 headphones. |
Colour | - | Black | |
Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than MSI IMMERSE GH20. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
Sensitivity | 95 dB +/- 3dB | 93 dB | MSI IMMERSE GH20 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Audio Input Details | Uni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm | - | |
Sensitivity | -36 dB | -38 dB | |
Impedance | 2.2 kOhm | - | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Controls | Volume, microphone on/off | Mute, volume |
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CABLE | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Cable Type | - | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m | |
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Cable Length | 1.5 m | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Features | - | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers |
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CONNECTIONS | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | MSI IMMERSE GH20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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Included Accessories | - | Audio cable | |
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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 Australia: limited warranty - 2 years |