SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset Hi-Fi Drivers 360° Spatial Audio Comfort
SteelSeries
17 Overall Score
vs
Soundcore Life Q20
Soundcore
90 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset Hi-Fi Drivers 360° Spatial Audio Comfort | Soundcore Life Q20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | — | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 4★ |
| Freq Min | — | 16 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 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 | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✗ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | soundcore App |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | soundcore app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset Hi-Fi Drivers 360° Spatial Audio Comfort
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset Hi-Fi Drivers 360° Spatial Audio Comfort0.173score per dollar
vs
Soundcore Life Q202.261score per dollar
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 13.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Soundcore Life Q20
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 41 specs.
