Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 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 - Plantronics Backbeat 500 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 155 g 236 g Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 are lighter than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 headphones.
Colour White | Grey Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response - 20 - 22000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance - 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute, volume
CABLE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Cable Type - Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 18 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 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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