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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB910N | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, 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 | 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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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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 |
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Controls | Noise-cancellation on/off | Mute, volume |
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CABLE | Sony WH-XB910N | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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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 |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WH-XB910N | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Features | Multipoint Pairing | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | - | |
Sensors | Touch sensor | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB910N | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | - | |
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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 |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) (USB Type-C) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm) Bluetooth |
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-XB910N | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable | Audio cable, audio extension cable | |
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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 |