SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
SteelSeries
65 Overall Score
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Technics EAH-A800
Technics
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
No customer feedback yet
Technics EAH-A800
82 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
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)
Sound quality 7
Build quality 2
Comfort 3
Anc performance 2
Ldac codec 3
Eq customization 2
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.52 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leatherette | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | Steel | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 38 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-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 44 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
| Water Resistance | false | — |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 615260.013score per dollar
vs
Technics EAH-A8000.008score per dollar
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 40 specs.
