SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
SteelSeries
44 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
Scores
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Music
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Specifications
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.46 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Vegan Leather Memory Foam | plush cushions |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average battery (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Pricing
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 615260.107score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.146score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 1.4x better value for money
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 41 specs.
