Razer Nari Essential vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Nari Essential and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. 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

Razer Nari Essential vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - wired - USB-C
Weight - 253 g
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Headband Material Aluminium -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m -
SOUND QUALITY Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger frequency range than Razer Nari Essential.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 107 dB 93 dB Razer Nari Essential have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 6500 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Nari Essential.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 50 dB -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Mute, volume Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
FEATURES Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Battery Type Rechargeable -
Battery Life 16 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type USB USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer Nari Essential SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
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