SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height 19.1 cm 19.9 cm
Width 17.8 cm 16.8 cm
Depth 8.71 cm 8.66 cm
Weight 255 g 322 g SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless headphones.
Colour Black Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 9 m 12 m SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 have a greater operating distance than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 3% 1% SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 98 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm -
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 microphone 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 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Cable Type Audio cable
USB-C to USB-A cable
Micro-USB charge cable
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 620 mAh
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details - Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Connector Type - USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter USB-C wireless transmitter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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