Sony WH-XB910N vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB910N 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

Sony WH-XB910N vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight 252 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than Sony WH-XB910N headphones.
Colour Blue | Black White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Synthetic leather -
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-XB910N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Dual Noise Cancellation -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 93 dB Sony WH-XB910N have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Impedance - 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
Features Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - 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 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB910N.
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Noise-cancellation on/off Mute, volume
CABLE Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features Multipoint Pairing ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
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Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB910N SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable 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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