Poly Blackwire 8225-M vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Poly Blackwire 8225-M 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Poly Blackwire 8225-M vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB-A Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 186 g 236 g Poly Blackwire 8225-M are lighter than Poly Blackwire 8225-M headphones.
Colour - Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Poly Blackwire 8225-M are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Hybrid ANC -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 84 dB 93 dB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X have higher sensitivity than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology -
MICROPHONE Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones 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.
Sensitivity -35 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, Microsoft Teams button Mute, volume
CABLE Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type Headset cable - 2.2 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 2.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
CONNECTIONS Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Poly Blackwire 8225-M SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Included Accessories - Audio cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
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