Hello friends, in this article today, we are going to give a full review of SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Headset, which is a famous brand that makes accessories for gaming and is known for its new and unique products. Their new headset, Arctis Nova 5, is a great addition to their product line. This headset is specially designed to improve the sound experience for gamers. This means that when gamers use it, the sounds of the game will be heard even clearer and deeper, giving them a new feeling.
Design & Build Qaulity
SteelSeries has always been famous for its slim and stylish designs as all its handsets come with an amazing premium design and their new headset, the Arctis Nova 5, continues that tradition. The headset is made mostly of plastic, so it is lightweight and comfortable to wear. But despite the plastic, it doesn’t feel cheap or flimsy, but rather sturdy and durable.
This headset has a unique design feature – its microphone. When not in use, the microphone is completely hidden in the earcup of the headphone. This design makes the headset look more stylish and also makes it easy to carry around. There is also a small light indicator when the microphone is muted (off), so you can easily see whether the mic is on or off even when you are wearing the headset.
The device has a volume control roller button that lets you turn the volume up or down. Apart from this, there is a separate button to mute or unmute the mic, as well as a power (off/on) button. It also has a switch that lets you easily switch between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth mode so you can set it up according to your needs.
The design of this headset is clean and simple, so it will not only look good in a professional gaming setup but can also be used comfortably for everyday use. The versatile nature of this design is a great feature of the Arctis Nova 5, as it is suitable for a wide range of users and use cases.
Comfort & Fit
SteelSeries has always been known for making headsets that are comfortable for long hours of gaming. The Arctis Nova 5 is perhaps carrying forward this tradition as it has soft and thick padded ear cups, which makes it feel comfortable to wear. Apart from this, it has an adjustable headband, so that it can be easily fitted on the head according to your convenience.
Apart from this, the clamping force of this headphone is quite good. It is strong enough to keep the headset firmly on the head, but not so much that the pressure causes headaches. For serious gamers, it is very important to use the headset for a long time without any discomfort and SteelSeries has taken care of this in its design.
The design of the Arctis Nova 5 is flexible, so it can also be bent a little. It has the facility to rotate and tilt the earcups so that it can fit perfectly on your head. Because of this flexibility and convenience, you can comfortably wear this headset for many hours without any discomfort.
Connectivity Features
The Arctis Nova 5 headset is great when it comes to connectivity options. It comes with a dedicated button that lets you easily switch between high-speed 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.3. This means you can stay connected to the sound of your game while also taking a phone call or listening to music from your mobile device, all with the press of a button. This dual wireless feature is a great feature of the Arctis Nova 5 that makes it even more useful.
If you get a call while playing a game, the headset will automatically switch to the smartphone connected to Bluetooth and return to 2.4GHz when the call is over. This is a very convenient feature as it saves you from having to change the headset settings repeatedly while gaming.
It also comes with a small USB-C dongle that makes it even more useful as it allows you to use it on a variety of platforms. The Arctis Nova 5 works with Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, Meta Quest, and various handheld devices and smartphones that support USB-C. This compatibility with multiple platforms is a huge advantage for gamers, especially those who play games on multiple devices.
As far as range is concerned, the headset offers a good signal up to about 5 meters (if there is a wall in between). After that, the signal starts to drop. However, the range can be extended via the SteelSeries GG app, but doing so may reduce the microphone performance a bit.
Microphone & Performance
The Arctis Nova 5 headset features special Neodymium magnetic drivers that help it deliver a great audio experience. When you use it in flat (normal) mode, the sound is well balanced. It has a good bass that makes music and gaming more enjoyable. Also, sounds (such as game dialogue) sound clear and deep, and the highs (treble) are bright, making every sound clear.
This headset has a microphone called ClearCast 2.X, which comes with a special chipset. This chipset supports 32KHz/16Bit audio, which doubles the sound clarity of the previous models. This means that your voice can be heard even clearer while playing games. For PC users, it also has SteelSeries’ Sonar AI-Powered Noise Cancellation, which helps remove unwanted background noise.
Using the SteelSeries GG app, you can adjust the headset’s settings automatically (automatically) with the help of AI, or manually change them according to your preferences. This means that you can control the sound of the headset according to your needs, making the gaming experience even better. There are many options in the app, which can be changed according to gaming and other audio settings.
If you use this headset for gaming with a smartphone, there is no delay in the sound. When you fire in the game or listen to the dialogue in the video, the sound is heard at the right time. With the help of the SteelSeries GG app, you can change the audio profile of the headset so that it fits every game and makes the gaming experience great.
Arctis Nova 5 Battery Life
The Arctis Nova 5 wireless headset is pretty good in terms of battery life, which is often a common concern of wireless headset users. The company SteelSeries claims that it can last up to 60+ hours on a single charge. This means that if you use it for about 8 hours daily, it won’t need to be charged again for a week.
I used this headset continuously for 24 hours. During this time, I switched between different activities like watching videos, playing games and listening to music. I also switched between the 2.4GHz wireless connection and Bluetooth from time to time and kept the headset volume at 70-80%. After this test, the battery level dropped from full charge to around 50%, which is really impressive,
Another useful feature of the Arctis Nova 5 is its support for fast-charging via USB-C. If the battery is low and you only have a few minutes to charge, a quick 15 minute charge can give you up to 6 hours of additional use.
Pros & Cons:
Pros:-
- Nice microphone performance
- Superb connectivity with dual-wireless functionality
- Good battery life
- Affordable price
Cons:-
- No option for a wired connection
Conclusion:
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is a great option in the mid-range gaming headset market. This headset combines great and expensive features at an affordable price, making it a “affordable luxury”. This means that this headset has all the essentials and goodies that an expensive headset can have, but its price is not so high that it is out of the budget of the common man.
In this, you get features like high quality sound, comfortable design, and long-lasting battery, which are usually found in expensive headsets. But SteelSeries has offered it at a price that is easily affordable for the average gamer. Therefore, this headset is ideal for those who want to improve the gaming experience, but they do not want to spend too much.
Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 offers a perfect balance, with both great features and a good price. With this headset, you get a chance to take the gaming experience to a new height, without breaking your pocket.
