Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT
Sennheiser
97 Overall Score
vs
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
SteelSeries
72 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
85 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The SteelSeries Arctis Elite Wireless is widely praised for its exceptional comfort, impressive sound quality, and versatile features like simultaneous multi-channel audio and active noise cancellation. Users highlight its premium unboxing experience and reliable wireless range, though some note the high price tag and suggest that pure audiophiles might look elsewhere for sound quality alone. Overall, it is considered a top-tier do-it-all headset for gaming and work.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for long sessions
- Impressive sound quality with detail
- Simultaneous multi-channel audio support
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Transparency mode for awareness
Cons
- High price point
- Sound quality may not satisfy pure audiophiles
Comfort 4
Sound quality 5
Value for money 2
Noise cancellation 2
Multi channel audio 1
Battery life 2
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Specifications
| Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | Vegan Leather |
| Headband | — | Steel, Aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 10 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 38 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 101 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | LC3+ |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | 15 min=4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | Arctis Companion |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 36 specs.