SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this headset, praising its build quality, comfort, and sound clarity across multiple platforms. The Bluetooth adapter's USB shape is a minor annoyance for some PS5 users, and the mic picks up background noise, but overall it is seen as a budget-friendly, high-value purchase.
Pros
- Build quality
- Comfortable fit
- Great audio clarity
- Multi-platform compatibility
- Lightweight design
Cons
- USB adapter shape blocks other ports
- Microphone picks up background noise
- Slightly pricey for some
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | AirWeave memory cushion | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | Aluminum | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-S Silver | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Silver | Over Ear | Over |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | Dual Hybrid feedforward & feedback |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.5 m | 1 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.25 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 6 hours of use in just 15 minutes | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Arctis Nova 5 Companion App | Technics Audio Connect |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.