SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526
Combining neodymium magnetic drivers with active noise cancellation, this headset delivers clear 10Hz-22kHz audio while blocking distractions across PlayStation, PC, and Switch. Its wireless design and onboard audio profiles offer convenient, platform-specific sound tuning without tethering you to a desk. This is best for multi-platform gamers who prioritize wireless freedom and noise isolation over critical studio monitoring.
form factor over-ear
driver type neodymium
impedance ohms 38
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
open closed back closed
47 Overall Score
Price £299
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong mic (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong anc (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong build (88th percentile) 88th
Cons
- Below average battery (3rd percentile)
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
Based on 4 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Vegan Leather Memory Foam |
Audio
| Driver Type | neodymium |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 22000 |
| Impedance | 38 |
| Sensitivity | 93 |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
Battery
| Charge Time | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
Features
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant |
vs Competition
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 38 | - | 470 | 314 | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 61526 | 89.2 | 91 | 87.7 | 20.1 | 3.2 | 12.5 | 35.2 | 98.3 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.1 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 97.7 | 98.3 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.1 | 85.3 | 92.3 | 97.8 | 90.7 | 87.6 | 98.1 | 67.3 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.1 | 85.3 | 77.7 | 95.6 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 98.9 | 87.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.1 | 83.2 | 92.3 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.2 | 94.4 | 98.3 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.5 | 98.3 | 77.7 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.6 | 97.4 | 60.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
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