SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
SteelSeries
63 Overall Score
vs
TOZO HT3
TOZO
90 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 | TOZO HT3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.73 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | AirWeave memory cushion | Sponge |
| Headband | Aluminum | Silicone Protein Sponge |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | TOZO HT3 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphones, 90H Battery Life Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth 6.0 Foldable Headset, AI Voice Assistant with 5 Mics, Connect 2 Devices and Hi-Res Sound, 32 EQ Audio Presets |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 90 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.25 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 6 hours of use in just 15 minutes | 10 min for 9 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Other |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Arctis Nova 5 Companion App | TOZO |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (8th percentile)8th %ile
TOZO HT3
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Winner: TOZO HT3
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 37 specs.