Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
vs
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
SteelSeries
60 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.73 kg |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | AirWeave memory cushion |
| Headband | metal | Aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 36 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 93 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | 7.1 Virtual Surround |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | 6 hours of use in just 15 minutes |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Arctis Nova 5 Companion App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (8th percentile)8th %ile
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.204score per dollar
vs
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 50.462score per dollar
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 41 specs.
