In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C | |
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Height | 19.9 cm | - | |
Width | 16.8 cm | - | |
Depth | 8.66 cm | - | |
Weight | 322 g | 280 g | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm | |
Colour | Black | - | |
Body Material | Memory foam, airweave | - | |
Earpad Material | - | Ultra-soft memory foam | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Computer | |
Gaming | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 12 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | 360° Spatial Audio | THX Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 12 - 28000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 1% | - | |
Sensitivity | 93 dB | 100 dB | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. |
Impedance | 36 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | - | 50 mm | |
Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
Features | - | Razer HyperSpeed Wireless |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | Razer HyperClear | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 6500 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth | Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m | |
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Cable Length | - | 1.8 m |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Features | - | Bendable microphone arm |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 620 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | - | 70 hour(s) | |
Battery Life Details | Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours |
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C) | - |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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Included Accessories | USB-C wireless transmitter | - | |
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Compatibility | - | Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |