SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
SteelSeries
50 Overall Score
vs
JBL Live 770NC
JBL
85 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
No customer feedback yet
JBL Live 770NC
82 out of 100 high confidence 226 reviews
The JBL Live 770NC headphones are generally well-received, with many users praising the sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. Noise cancellation is often highlighted as effective, though some users found it inconsistent or less powerful than expected. A few complaints mention ear discomfort for larger ears, connectivity issues, and durability concerns, but the overall sentiment is positive.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Ear discomfort for large ears
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Connectivity issues
- Durability concerns
- Lack of bass over Bluetooth
Sound quality 45
Comfort 30
Battery life 25
Noise cancellation 20
Connectivity 10
Durability 8
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | JBL Live 770NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | AirWeave memory foam | Soft ear cushions |
| Headband | stretchy band | fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 10 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 100 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset Hi-Fi Drivers 360° Spatial Audio Comfort Design Durable Ultra Lightweight Noise-Cancelling Mic PC, PS5/PS4, Switch, Xbox - White | SBC, AAC, LE Audio |
| Surround | 3D Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | Noise-Cancelling Mic | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.4, HFP 1.8, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2192000150680542 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 65 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5min=4hrs |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 850 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Bi-Directional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | None | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sonar Software | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| RGB | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong comfort (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (67th percentile)
- Below average social proof (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
JBL Live 770NC
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: JBL Live 770NC
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 44 specs.
