SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
SteelSeries
50 Overall Score
vs
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
Anker
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
No customer feedback yet
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
88 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
Comfort 5
Battery life 4
Noise cancellation 5
Sound quality 5
Value for money 4
App experience 4
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | AirWeave memory foam | protein leather |
| Headband | stretchy band | memory foam with a soft leather finish |
| 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 | — |
| Sensitivity | 93 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, LDAC |
| Surround | 3D Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | Noise-Cancelling Mic | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Bi-Directional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | None | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Sonar Software | Soundcore |
| 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)
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 11.285score per dollar
vs
Anker Soundcore Space D14020.649score per dollar
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Anker Soundcore Space D1402
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
