Sennheiser SC 165 USB vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser SC 165 USB and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser SC 165 USB vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 98 g -
Colour Black, white Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sennheiser SC 165 USB are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects EPOS Voice 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser SC 165 USB.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance - 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz Sennheiser SC 165 USB offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P.
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Controls Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, redial Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, Bluetooth, sidetone
CABLE Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Cable Type Headset cable
USB cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 2.262 m -
FEATURES Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Features EPOS ActiveGard -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life Details - Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser SC 165 USB SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, USB cable USB-C wireless transmitter, 2 removable magnetic ear plates
Software Certification Certified for Skype for Business -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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