RIG 800HS vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of RIG 800HS and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. 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 800HS vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headset - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight - 236 g
Dimensions & Weight Details 290 g -
Colour - White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Game console Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - RIG 800HS are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Bass Boost, Signature Sound 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger frequency range than RIG 800HS.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 111 dB 93 dB RIG 800HS have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Audio Input Details Uni-directional -
Sensitivity -45 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 42 dB -
Microphone Features Mute function Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Power on/off, microphone on/mute, master volume, game volume, chat volume Mute, volume
CABLE RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
BATTERY AND CHARGING RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 24 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS RIG 800HS SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories Wireless headset system base Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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