RIG 500 PRO HX vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of RIG 500 PRO HX and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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

RIG 500 PRO HX vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height 18.5 cm 19.9 cm
Width 18.5 cm 16.8 cm
Depth 7.49 cm 8.66 cm
Weight 323 g 322 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 are lighter than RIG 500 PRO HX headphones.
Colour - Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Noise Isolating Yes - RIG 500 PRO HX are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Dolby Atmos -
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 offer a larger frequency range than RIG 500 PRO HX.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 111 dB 93 dB RIG 500 PRO HX have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7.
Impedance 33 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz RIG 500 PRO HX offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7.
Sensitivity -45 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 45 dB -
Microphone Features Mute function -
REMOTE CONTROL RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Controls Volume Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth
CABLE RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 620 mAh
Battery Life Details - Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
CONNECTIONS RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS RIG 500 PRO HX SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Included Accessories Dolby activation card, audio dial with 2 rubber sleeves USB-C wireless transmitter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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