In depth comparison and review of Philips TAH8506 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack | Wireless headset system - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Height | 20.5 cm | - | |
Width | 18.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.5 cm | - | |
Weight | 279 g | - | |
Colour | Black | White | Black | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 12 m | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox have a greater operating distance than Philips TAH8506. |
High-Resolution Audio | Yes | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Open | - | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Foldable | Yes | - | Philips TAH8506 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro | - | |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 7 - 40000 Hz | 10 - 22000 Hz | Philips TAH8506 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Max Input Power | 30 mW | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
Sensitivity | 105 dB | 93 dB | Philips TAH8506 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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Type | - | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 6500 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | - | 2200 Ohm | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Controls | Volume | - |
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CABLE | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 50 cm Headphones cable - 1.2 m Airplane connection adapter |
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m 2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Features | Touch control, Multipoint Pairing | - | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Voice Control | Indirect | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant ready, Siri ready | - | |
Additional Functions | - | Transparency mode |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headset battery Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | 800 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 60 hour(s) | 44 hour(s) | Philips TAH8506 lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 60 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours Continuous talk: up to 45 hours |
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 36 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 44 hours |
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Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | - | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
CONNECTIONS | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) (USB Type-C) | - |
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OTHERS | Philips TAH8506 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Included Accessories | Hard case | Pop filter, wireless headset system base, 2 batteries, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 year / 3 incidents | Limited warranty - 2 years |