In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. 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 Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C | |
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| Weight | - | 280 g | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm | |
| Colour | Black | - | |
| Earpad Material | AirWeave memory foam | Ultra-soft memory foam | |
| Headband Material | PVD-coated steel | - | |
| Design | - | Games | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Computer | |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC | |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | 360° Spatial Audio | THX Spatial Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 12 - 28000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB | 100 dB | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Impedance | 36 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | Razer Triforce titanium | |
| Features | - | Razer HyperSpeed Wireless |
| MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | Razer HyperClear | |
| Frequency Response | 100 - 6500 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
| Sensitivity | -38 dB | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
| Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB | |
| Microphone Features | Retractable microphone | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Controls | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix | Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button |
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| CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Cable Type | 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 |
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m | |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.8 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Features | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ | Bendable microphone arm |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | - | 70 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 |
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
| CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) | - |
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| OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Included Accessories | 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 | Windows | |
| Service & Support | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years Australia: limited warranty - 2 years Asia: limited warranty - 1 year United States: limited warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 2 years |
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