SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 61731
SteelSeries
57 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 61731
72 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 receives mostly positive feedback for its sound quality, comfort, and dual wireless connectivity, though a few users report issues with mic quality and comfort. Verified buyers praise the clear audio, long battery life, and durable build, but some find the headset tight or uncomfortable for extended use. The mic quality is a point of contention, with one user describing it as awful for work calls, while others find it clear. Overall, it is considered a strong gaming headset with minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Dual wireless connectivity
- Long battery life
- Clear mic quality
Cons
- Confusing chat/game audio dials
- Mic quality issues for some users
- Uncomfortable for some head shapes
- Non-detachable mic
- Sidetone not static in app
Sound quality 5
Comfort 6
Mic quality 5
Build quality 4
Battery life 2
Wireless connectivity 3
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Budget
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Music
Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 61731 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | elastic | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 30 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 Gaming Headset - Real-Time App Control, 50+ HR Play, Neodymium Drivers, Mix 2.4GHz/Bluetooth, PC, PS5, PS4, Switch 1/2, Mobile - Black | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Min Charge = 6 Hr Play | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Arctis Companion app | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 61731
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 33 specs.