Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 and Poly Voyager Surround 85. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C via Bluetooth adapter | |
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| Series | - | Voyager Surround 80 series | |
| Height | 19 cm | 18.1 cm | |
| Width | 17.5 cm | 19.1 cm | |
| Depth | 8.71 cm | 7.7 cm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 275 g | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 headphones. |
| Colour | White | Black | Black | |
| Body Material | Memory foam, airweave | - | |
| Earpad Material | - | Artificial leather | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Portable electronics, computer | |
| Gaming | Yes | - | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 30 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Over ear | |
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| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.3 | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP) | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Poly Voyager Surround 85 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adjustable noise cancellation | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | 360° Spatial Audio | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | - | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 132 dB | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
| Impedance | 36 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology, Smart Sensor Technology |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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| Type | Boom | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | - | |
| Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | - | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 20 - 16000 Hz | Poly Voyager Surround 85 offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. |
| Sensitivity | -38 dB | -37 dB | |
| Microphone Features | Retractable microphone | - | |
| Microphones Included | - | 10 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Controls | Mute, volume | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable USB-C charge cable - detachable |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Features | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers | - |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Life | - | 24 hours | |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 24 hours Continuous talk: up to 21 hours |
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| Charging Time | - | 1 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | - |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 | Poly Voyager Surround 85 |
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| Included Accessories | Audio cable, audio extension cable | Carrying case, USB charging cable, charging stand, USB-C to USB-A adapter, USB-C to audio cable, BT700 Bluetooth USB-C adapter | |
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| Software Included | - | Poly Lens | |
| Compatibility | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows | |
| Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams, Certified for Microsoft Teams Open Office, UC certified | |
| Supported Host Device OS | - | macOS, Android, iOS, Windows | |
| Service & Support | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years United States: limited warranty - 1 year Asia: limited warranty - 1 year |
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