In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 1 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 18.9 cm | - | |
Width | 18.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 8.71 cm | - | |
Weight | 288 g | - | |
Colour | - | Black | |
Earpad Material | - | AirWeave memory foam | |
Headband Material | - | PVD-coated steel | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 9 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
Foldable | Yes | - | SteelSeries Arctis 1 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
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 SteelSeries Arctis 1. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 3% | <1% | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 1. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 93 dB | SteelSeries Arctis 1 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 6500 Hz | 100 - 6500 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | -38 dB | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable Micro-USB charge cable - detachable Headset 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 |
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Cable Length | 3.05 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Features | - | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Battery Type | Headset battery Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 20 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 | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Connector Type | Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Included Accessories | USB-C wireless transmitter | Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years Australia: limited warranty - 2 years Asia: limited warranty - 1 year United States: limited warranty - 1 year |