In depth comparison and review of Poly Blackwire 8225-M 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 | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB-A | Wireless headset system - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Weight | 186 g | - | |
Colour | - | Black | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 12 m | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones 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 | 10 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox offer a larger frequency range than Poly Blackwire 8225-M. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 1% | |
Sensitivity | 84 dB | 93 dB | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox have higher sensitivity than Poly Blackwire 8225-M. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 32 mm | 40 mm | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Blackwire 8225-M. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology | - |
MICROPHONE | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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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 - 6500 Hz | Poly Blackwire 8225-M offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox. |
Sensitivity | -35 dBV/Pascal | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | - | 2200 Ohm | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Controls | Mute, volume, answer/end, Microsoft Teams button | - |
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CABLE | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - 2.2 m | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m 2 x USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Cable Length | 2.2 m | - |
FEATURES | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Additional Functions | - | Transparency mode |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery Lithium Ion | |
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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 |
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Included Qty | - | 2 |
CONNECTIONS | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Connector Type | Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) | - |
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OTHERS | Poly Blackwire 8225-M | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox |
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Included Accessories | - | Pop filter, wireless headset system base, 2 batteries, 2 removable magnetic ear plates | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |