SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

SteelSeries
73 Overall Score
vs
TOZO HT3

TOZO HT3

TOZO
91 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

82 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

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
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Comfort 3
👍 Audio clarity 3
👍 Multi platform compatibility 4
👍 Value for money 3
🤔 Microphone quality 2

TOZO HT3

92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews

Based on 19 reviews, the TOZO HT3 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, impressive noise cancellation, and exceptional value for money. Users consistently praise the long battery life, comfort for extended wear, and the useful companion app with customizable EQ. The main criticisms are minor: some find the plastic build feels slightly cheap, the ANC is good but not the absolute best on the market, and one user noted the fit can look a bit bulky.

Pros
  • Exceptional value for money
  • Excellent sound quality with clear vocals and punchy bass
  • Impressive noise cancellation for the price point
  • Long battery life lasting several days with regular use
  • Very comfortable for extended wear
Cons
  • Plastic build feels slightly cheap
  • ANC is good but not the best on the market
  • Buttons could be improved
  • Fit can look slightly bulky
  • Small instruction text
👍 Sound quality 18
👍 Value for money 15
👍 Noise cancellation 14
👍 Battery life 10
👍 Comfort 10
🤔 Build quality 6

Scores

Gaming
SteelSeries
92
TOZO
81
Budget
SteelSeries
70
TOZO
86
Work
SteelSeries
65
TOZO
73
Studio
SteelSeries
43
TOZO
72
Music
SteelSeries
51
TOZO
71
Commute
SteelSeries
58
TOZO
70
Calls
SteelSeries
61
TOZO
64

Specifications

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5TOZO HT3
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✓✓
Weight0.28 kg0.25 kg★
Ear CushionAirWeave memory cushionSponge
HeadbandAluminumSilicone Protein Sponge
Audio
Driver Typeneodymiumdynamic
Driver Size—40 mm★
Drivers—2★
Freq Min20 Hz20 Hz
Freq Max22 kHz★20 kHz
Impedance36 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity93 dB100 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
Codecs—TOZO HT3 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphones, 90H Playtime Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headset, Spatial Audio AI Chat with 5 Mics, Supports Dual Connection and USB-C Input, with 32 EQ Music Modes, Blue
Surround7.1 Virtual SurroundSpatial Audio
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Type—adaptive
Transparency—✗
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★6.0
Multipoint✓✓
Wired Connector—3.5mm
Cable Length1.5 m—
Range9.100000381469727 m15 m★
Battery
Battery Life60 hrs90 hrs★
Charge Time0.25 hrs★2 hrs
Fast Charging6 hours of use in just 15 minutes10 min for 9 hours playback
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count—4★
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✓★✗
Detachable Mic✓★✗
Features
Voice Assistant—Other
Touch Controls✓★✗
AppArctis Nova 5 Companion AppTOZO App
Gaming Mode—✓★
Water Resistance—IPX4

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

TOZO HT3

  • Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile

Pricing

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

No current pricing available

TOZO HT3

Verdict

★ Winner: TOZO HT3

Scores 91 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Better at:

Gaming

TOZO HT3 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetStudioCommute

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