Skullcandy HESH Evo vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy HESH Evo and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Skullcandy HESH Evo vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 213 g -
Colour True black Black
Earpad Material - AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - Skullcandy HESH Evo can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
Noise Isolating Yes - Skullcandy HESH Evo are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy HESH Evo.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% <1% SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X have lower total harmonic distortion than Skullcandy HESH Evo.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 91.3 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features Built-in Tile Tracker -
MICROPHONE Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response - 100 - 6500 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type USB-C charge cable
Headphones cable
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
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 36 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type Headphones Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Skullcandy HESH Evo SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories Travel bag Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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