Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 4.30i 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Product Type | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 19 cm | |
Width | - | 17.5 cm | |
Depth | - | 8.71 cm | |
Weight | - | 236 g | |
Colour | Black | White | White | Black | |
Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Sennheiser HD 4.30i are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 18 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 4.30i. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.5% | <1% | Sennheiser HD 4.30i have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser HD 4.30i. |
Sensitivity | 120 dB/Vrms | 93 dB | Sennheiser HD 4.30i have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
Impedance | 18 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 32 mm | 40 mm | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser HD 4.30i. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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Type | On-cable | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-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 | |
Sensitivity | -44 dBV/Pascal | -38 dB | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Controls | 3-button remote | Mute, volume |
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CABLE | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.4 m | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Cable Length | 1.4 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Features | - | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers |
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CONNECTIONS | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sennheiser HD 4.30i | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Included Accessories | Soft bag, audio cable (1.4 m) | Audio cable, audio extension cable | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years United States: limited warranty - 1 year Asia: limited warranty - 1 year |