SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61520
SteelSeries
78 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61520
95 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this SteelSeries headset, praising its phenomenal sound quality, exceptional comfort, and innovative dual-battery system that provides virtually unlimited battery life. The multi-device connectivity and user-friendly software for customizing EQ profiles are also highlighted as major advantages. Reviewers consistently note that it outperforms competitors like Astro A50s and offers great value for the price, with many calling it the best headset they have ever owned.
Pros
- Phenomenal sound quality
- Exceptional comfort for long sessions
- Innovative dual-battery system for unlimited battery life
- Multi-device connectivity (PC, PS5, iPhone)
- User-friendly EQ customization software
Cons
- Mic sensitivity may need adjustment
- No significant drawbacks mentioned
Sound quality 5
Battery life 5
Comfort 4
Build quality 3
Multi device connectivity 3
Software ease of use 3
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61520 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.52 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leatherette | synthetic leather |
| Headband | Steel | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 2200 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.5 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 44 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | Sonar Software | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61520
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
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
Pricing
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61520
No current pricing available
Sony WH-1000XM6
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 37 specs.
