SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
Combining neodymium magnetic drivers with active noise cancellation, this headset delivers clear 10Hz-22kHz audio while blocking distractions across PlayStation, PC, and Switch. Its wireless design and onboard audio profiles offer convenient, platform-specific sound tuning without tethering you to a desk. This is best for multi-platform gamers who prioritize wireless freedom and noise isolation over critical studio monitoring.
form factor over-ear
driver type neodymium
driver size mm 40
impedance ohms 38
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
open closed back closed
bluetooth version 5.0
65 Overall Score
Price £299
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong social proof (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong anc (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong sound (89th percentile) 89th
Cons
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)
What owners think
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Leatherette |
| Headband | Steel |
Audio
| Driver Type | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 22000 |
| Impedance | 38 |
| Sensitivity | 93 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Range | 9.1 |
Battery
| Battery Life | 44 |
| Charge Time | 4 |
| Fast Charging | Yes |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| Water Resistance | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Technics EAH-A800 | JBL Tune 670NC | Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 32 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 38 | - | 314 | 34 | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | 44 | 57 | 30 | 50 | 70 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | 91.2 | 96.7 | 36.2 | 88.9 | 86 | 13.1 | 75.1 | 94.8 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT Compare | 98.4 | 98.7 | 79.1 | 96.6 | 90.6 | 57.3 | 96.9 | 99.8 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 87.2 | 79.1 | 96.5 | 79.4 | 57.3 | 99.1 | 89.1 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 94.9 | 98.7 | 79.1 | 97.7 | 88.1 | 57.3 | 98 | 64.9 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 71.4 | 79.1 | 87.4 | 94.9 | 89 | 99.3 | 98.6 |
| Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100 Compare | 91.2 | 71.4 | 92.7 | 47.7 | 76.5 | 82.9 | 94.2 | 89.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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