SteelSeries Arctis 7+ vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 7+ and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 7+ vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless - USB-C Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height - 19.9 cm
Width - 16.8 cm
Depth - 8.66 cm
Weight - 322 g
Colour Black Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Headband Material Steel -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m 12 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 7+.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% 1% SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 have lower total harmonic distortion than SteelSeries Arctis 7+.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 98 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm -
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Form Factor - Headset microphone
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 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features Retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Cable Type - 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 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 620 mAh
Battery Life 30 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 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Connector Type - USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 7+ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Included Accessories USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C charging cable, USB-C wireless transmitter, 3.5 mm audio cable USB-C wireless transmitter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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