To me personally I don’t care that the mic is a little tinny. Imo the most important things are comfort, sound and durability. If the mic doesn’t sound broadcast quality I don’t care. As long as people understand what I’m saying that’s what matters to me. Unless you are a streamer I don’t really see the point why you’re mic has to be top grade. Just an opinion though and if you place mic quality at the top more power to ya!
Hello and thank you for the great video. I have two questions for you :) Is the bass of the "NOVA 7" better than that of the "NOVA 4". Or is the driver identical for both devices? Thanks in advance.
I see that the nova 7 has been on sale for $135-140 these past few months. I think people who spends more than $150 for a headset, just goes all the way to the nova pros which maybe why the nova 7 aren't selling well in comparison (i think) so they tried to fill in the gap by releasing the nova 4 at $120 to attract more buyers who are not looking to spend more than 150.
compared to the nova 7, is there much difference when it comes to sound quality and battery life? I don't really care about Bluetooth and while the build is made of plastic, the joint seems more durable and it is ligher too, so if the audio and battery are on pair with the nova 7 then this is the one.
These aren't even on the website yet, how'd you get them so early? Lol. Great review as always! I'm still gonna go with the 7X, but these are a great option for people on a tighter budget that still want wireless.
About a year ago I switched all my peripherals to steelseries and I couldn’t happier. Apex pro tkl(2023) arctis nova pro wired, QCK heavy pad, and prime plus mouse. I wish they would make a wireless sensei ten mouse! Maybe eventually lol.
@@jdm7755 I’ve had the opposite experience with Logitech. They sent me a replacement in a few days no issues. Only wish their keyboards were better. Hyper x was decent to.
Hey Techne, thanks for the video as of right now you're the only one to cover this headset. Anyway, you don't put in the description the link for the adapter and that would be really useful to me, thanks!
Great review. My Arctis 9X are absolutely trashed due to that really terrible arm bracket (they are held together by hot glue and hope) My question is, are these on par with the 9X? The bracket looks so much better on these, will they pack the same punch, sound wise? Thanks a lot.
Nice review. Went ahead and got these on sale for $100. I was going to go with the Arctis 3 because I usually get wired so they're light but these are only like 13 grams more for about the same price.
Hello, i just bought these and i cant get them to work! I don’t know if im doing something wrong, i did everything thing according to the manual, press and hold the power button and nothing, tried to re pair it with the doungle but it wont work or pair any advice?
I hate software, plus sonar is only on pc, so when on pc I feel there is better software if needed (atmos) but again, I prefer none. Also many companies try pushing software on us, and all it leads to is marketing advertisement crap shoved in our faces. rant over, lol
Great indepth review as usual. Which sub $100 headphone or headset would you recommend for gaming? Open to headphones as I have a decent budget condenser usb mic which is definitely better than any $100 headset has to offer.
Tbh, I love this one out with wireless dongle, but why the have to remove the 3.5 jack support or usb C like the Nova 1 and 3 model. 😢 I mean it should suppport the model below it. It will be a good combination, wire and wireless dongle.
Is there much difference in the sound quality between these and the nova pros? (More interested in the competitive fps side, footsteps etc) Or would you recommend something else TIA
3 Q's, 1: How good is the WiFi connection to Console. 2: When can we expect sales of this in UK. 3: Can this connect without dongle to Xbox consoles as 'The Verge' states the Xbox edition can be paired with Xbox consoles?
Other half has one for product testing, she's yet to try it out but I think I'm gonna lose my ps5 for a while while she compares it using her Series X, be interesting to hear the differences myself. Like review general feel (comparing it to my Ps5 Pulse and Turtle Beach Stealth 600's I use for PC) it's definitely high on comfort and unintrusive with it's presence when your wearing just haven't yet fired it up to hear the sound comparisons so once that's done I'll be back comparing MW2/Cyberpunk/any other game we have installed with full on sound at all times and go from there
i have a older set of a bit worn astro a40...seen these on prime day right now for 84. would you recommend these picking these up as a replacement or is that a downgrade!? arctis nova 7 are 135
Thanks for the review. I bought one myself and it seems to be working fine. Until today, I can’t seem to switch the headset off. The on light is on, the headset doesn’t seem to be working and I can’t switch if off. Any tips?
Does the Nova 4 have the same protruding knob in the earcups as the Nova 7's do? I have bigger ears and have been considering the Arctis 7+ due to it not having that protrusion. Also, the older Arctis earcups are ever so slightly bigger in general compared to the Nova's.
@@TheTechne hey Techne, sry for question and i truly hope you can answer me, remember your EQ for the Stealth 700 gen 2? Can you also get almost the same out of the nova 7? The GG is build different, but it would help, like massively 🫣🫣🙂
It would be great to have a Razer Shark Pro v2 (2023) VS Audeze Maxwell. Liked the one you did vs the Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless. Keep them coming 😄Cheers
I may be missing something but how do I switch the audio to my headphones? This is the only video I managed to find talking about this headset. They connect to each other just fine but when I go to the setting to switch the audio, the headset doesn’t show up. Am I missing something?
is the sound comparable to logitech g pro x? im deciding between those 2 cuz if i take the g pros i will need to buy original smasung convertor from audio jack to usb c but i dont want to lose any sound quality, thanks
The 4x, for me, is the better buy as I don’t listen to Bluetooth music / calls during gameplay so for me saving money is the smart choice. But it’s great to see many options to cater for the varying needs or wants of 0eople🥰💪👍😇
It should work with the ps5 just fine. The only difference between the two is that the 4P version doesn’t have Xbox support. So if you never plan on buying an Xbox and sticking with the PlayStation you’ll be fine with the 4Ps.
Agreed. Their stock mic is absolutely trash, but thanks to sonar. I modified and tweaked the equalizer and thanks to sonar, I sounded like im using a condenser mic.
Would it work to use the 4x' analog through a type-c to 3.5mm cable? or does it only work with type-c to type-a? I don't like them removing the headphone jack on this.
I wish the 7x would be comfortable. It touches the top of my ears. Idk if it's actually the driver, or the stitching inside :/ but now it's time for the review!
Man is that so? I sold my nova pro wireless and went back to my hyper x cloud 2s. Because they were crazy uncomfy, was looking at the 7ps lately. I am second guessing it now.
@@TheSMSpider buy them at a store where you're able to return em. To make a reference, I have the stealth 700 gen 2, and their set to the biggest 'size' for the headband, my ears ain't that big, but i do have a big head. Maybe they break in over time. But it's a gamble you know :/. I would still try them!
@@xPenitentOne always is with headsets sadly, I’ve exchanged/returned/sold 4 headsets at this point trying to find the best one for me. The cloud 2 wireless are comfy but have no features which is why I keep looking else where.
@@hb-conner isn't this the 'older' model? I think it's better cuz the ear cups are bigger. I bought replacements for my 7x and hopefully this will fix my problem lol.
@@poeleloele funny, the Stealth 700 gen 2 is the most comfortable i have worn in years lol, and the Stealth pro apparently has less clampforce 🫣😂 heads can be weird right lol.
The mic sounds like a phone with bad noise cancellation or something though. It really does try to eat the start and ending of words and sentences you're saying. It's weird.
Thank you for reviewing this, sick of seeing "famous" tech CZcams channels skipping the affordable stuff for the NEW £350 GAMING PRO HEADSET ULTIMATE.
If you had to choose between this and the new Logitech one, which one would you choose?
New Logitech
To me personally I don’t care that the mic is a little tinny. Imo the most important things are comfort, sound and durability. If the mic doesn’t sound broadcast quality I don’t care. As long as people understand what I’m saying that’s what matters to me. Unless you are a streamer I don’t really see the point why you’re mic has to be top grade. Just an opinion though and if you place mic quality at the top more power to ya!
Hello and thank you for the great video. I have two questions for you :) Is the bass of the "NOVA 7" better than that of the "NOVA 4". Or is the driver identical for both devices? Thanks in advance.
These just recently released. Awesome coverage on this, I wonder if these 4's at MSRP are worth it versus the 7's that sometimes go on sale.
How does the Mic sound
I see that the nova 7 has been on sale for $135-140 these past few months. I think people who spends more than $150 for a headset, just goes all the way to the nova pros which maybe why the nova 7 aren't selling well in comparison (i think) so they tried to fill in the gap by releasing the nova 4 at $120 to attract more buyers who are not looking to spend more than 150.
Thank you Techne, excellent review 👏🏻👏🏽👏🏿
I appreciate all the time and effort you put into each of your reviews
Thank u man
compared to the nova 7, is there much difference when it comes to sound quality and battery life?
I don't really care about Bluetooth and while the build is made of plastic, the joint seems more durable and it is ligher too, so if the audio and battery are on pair with the nova 7 then this is the one.
These aren't even on the website yet, how'd you get them so early? Lol. Great review as always! I'm still gonna go with the 7X, but these are a great option for people on a tighter budget that still want wireless.
About a year ago I switched all my peripherals to steelseries and I couldn’t happier. Apex pro tkl(2023) arctis nova pro wired, QCK heavy pad, and prime plus mouse. I wish they would make a wireless sensei ten mouse! Maybe eventually lol.
Just hope and pray you never need a warranty replacement 🤞
@@TheSMSpider that seems to be the case with any of these big brands anymore. Logitech is a nightmare to deal with when it comes to customer support.
@@jdm7755 I’ve had the opposite experience with Logitech. They sent me a replacement in a few days no issues. Only wish their keyboards were better. Hyper x was decent to.
Nova pro wired are so freaking good.
Oh man sensei 10 wireless. Yes please! I’ll also take a rival 310 refresh. Enough of all these tiny mice
Hey Techne, thanks for the video as of right now you're the only one to cover this headset. Anyway, you don't put in the description the link for the adapter and that would be really useful to me, thanks!
Great review. My Arctis 9X are absolutely trashed due to that really terrible arm bracket (they are held together by hot glue and hope) My question is, are these on par with the 9X? The bracket looks so much better on these, will they pack the same punch, sound wise? Thanks a lot.
Sorry the hot glue and hope killed me 😂😂😂
lovely review but should i buy this headset or Philips SHP9500 with a standalone mic for competitive games?
Great review! Do these have sidetone?
@the techne Super video!! Is your 4x bass adequate? Or can you still use the eq?
Nice review. Went ahead and got these on sale for $100. I was going to go with the Arctis 3 because I usually get wired so they're light but these are only like 13 grams more for about the same price.
Hello, i just bought these and i cant get them to work! I don’t know if im doing something wrong, i did everything thing according to the manual, press and hold the power button and nothing, tried to re pair it with the doungle but it wont work or pair any advice?
Great review as always, I have a question though, you said that you don’t use Steelseries sonar. Can you please tell me why?
I hate software, plus sonar is only on pc, so when on pc I feel there is better software if needed (atmos) but again, I prefer none. Also many companies try pushing software on us, and all it leads to is marketing advertisement crap shoved in our faces. rant over, lol
@@TheTechne Thank you for the answer!
Great indepth review as usual.
Which sub $100 headphone or headset would you recommend for gaming? Open to headphones as I have a decent budget condenser usb mic which is definitely better than any $100 headset has to offer.
Ty for the review. Yep mic sucks but rest seems good. Also love the new PiP gameplay.
Under 200 without a usb mic, The HS80 with Dolby atmos all day.
But once you tried the Maxwell with Dolby, there's no turning back.
6:49 it totally didn't sound like you said tin'y sounding lol. Love the vids man! They are stinking cozy.
Lol, I see what your saying 😂
@@TheTechne 🤣🤣
What are the dimensions of the little dongle? Not sure if it will block another port or not
Another good review Techne! For the price of 120 its good but for me I'll get this when it down to $100 hehe!
Arctic nova 4 , nova 7 or nova 7x for pc ?
Tbh, I love this one out with wireless dongle, but why the have to remove the 3.5 jack support or usb C like the Nova 1 and 3 model. 😢
I mean it should suppport the model below it. It will be a good combination, wire and wireless dongle.
What you would recommend SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7x or the HyperX Cloud II wireless?
Is there much difference in the sound quality between these and the nova pros?
(More interested in the competitive fps side, footsteps etc)
Or would you recommend something else
TIA
What did you choose?
3 Q's, 1: How good is the WiFi connection to Console. 2: When can we expect sales of this in UK. 3: Can this connect without dongle to Xbox consoles as 'The Verge' states the Xbox edition can be paired with Xbox consoles?
Other half has one for product testing, she's yet to try it out but I think I'm gonna lose my ps5 for a while while she compares it using her Series X, be interesting to hear the differences myself.
Like review general feel (comparing it to my Ps5 Pulse and Turtle Beach Stealth 600's I use for PC) it's definitely high on comfort and unintrusive with it's presence when your wearing just haven't yet fired it up to hear the sound comparisons so once that's done I'll be back comparing MW2/Cyberpunk/any other game we have installed with full on sound at all times and go from there
I picked up the nova 7p+, no complaints except the interference in the room
i was waiting for a review on this headset, finally someone did!
maybe 2 months ago I got Nova 7x and im having a blast ik mic not that amazing but it's good enough for me I'll take sound over mic
Awesome review as always! Thank you!
Ok I have a question. I like to play on my ps5 and watch CZcams on my iPad at the same time, Can I do that with those?
ty so much good review
i have a older set of a bit worn astro a40...seen these on prime day right now for 84. would you recommend these picking these up as a replacement or is that a downgrade!? arctis nova 7 are 135
Thanks for the review. I bought one myself and it seems to be working fine. Until today, I can’t seem to switch the headset off. The on light is on, the headset doesn’t seem to be working and I can’t switch if off. Any tips?
Awesome video Techne
Thank u
Does the Nova 4 have the same protruding knob in the earcups as the Nova 7's do? I have bigger ears and have been considering the Arctis 7+ due to it not having that protrusion. Also, the older Arctis earcups are ever so slightly bigger in general compared to the Nova's.
Hi, do you recommend arctis 7+? Or have you got the nova one? Thanks❤
thanks for the review!
Thank u for watching
@@TheTechne hey Techne, sry for question and i truly hope you can answer me, remember your EQ for the Stealth 700 gen 2? Can you also get almost the same out of the nova 7? The GG is build different, but it would help, like massively 🫣🫣🙂
Like always great video sold my 3 bought the 4 and can’t complain at all 😂😂😂😂 is always a pleasure watching your videos
Looks perfect for me since I need to replace two headsets after years of not using due to RL causing "meh I don't care" depression.
hey they're at the same price Which one should i buy (Arctis Nova 3 or Corsair HS80 Wired)
I'm looking wireless earbuds with a dongle transmitter, do you have any videos on something like that?
Between the Arctis 7+ and these which would you recommend more?
Is the only difference between the 7 and the 4 is that the 4 does not have bluetooth? is everything else the same?
So, if I understand, Arctis 4 Wireless does not, in fact, have bluetooth module?
Would u recommend these over the Nova pros is I’m on PS5 Mr. Techne ?
Do you already have the pros? Because you don't need to upgrade, the pros are way better.
No way, but still a great option for less $
It would be great to have a Razer Shark Pro v2 (2023) VS Audeze Maxwell. Liked the one you did vs the Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless. Keep them coming 😄Cheers
Audeze Maxwell FTW. They’re close, but Techne recommends the Maxwell over all
Idc about mic quality I just wanna hear footsteps/sound quality all I have is $100 should I buy these ?
Man... why can't other companies have Corsair quality mics? The HS65 has some really wonky things going on. I wonder Corsair fixed the issues.
Razer is getting there, also Logitech is fair. But man, it seems so easy, so why don’t they
I may be missing something but how do I switch the audio to my headphones? This is the only video I managed to find talking about this headset. They connect to each other just fine but when I go to the setting to switch the audio, the headset doesn’t show up. Am I missing something?
Can you tell me the size of the dongle ? I need to know if it fits in my laptop xD can't find that information anywhere
is the sound comparable to logitech g pro x? im deciding between those 2 cuz if i take the g pros i will need to buy original smasung convertor from audio jack to usb c but i dont want to lose any sound quality, thanks
The 4x, for me, is the better buy as I don’t listen to Bluetooth music / calls during gameplay so for me saving money is the smart choice. But it’s great to see many options to cater for the varying needs or wants of 0eople🥰💪👍😇
Can use this with my ps5 or should I buy 4P version?
It should work with the ps5 just fine. The only difference between the two is that the 4P version doesn’t have Xbox support. So if you never plan on buying an Xbox and sticking with the PlayStation you’ll be fine with the 4Ps.
Have you reviewed any of the Astros?
How are you supposed to use the usbc charging on the headset I’m counfused?
What is the best between the arctis 9 and nova 7 ?
This might be the wireless headset to replace my arctis 1 headset that I absolutely love
Techne, just saw at walmart te arctis nova 5. but cant find anything about them
I just got them and im only hearing sound from the right ear for my game is it suppose to do that??
I just got this headset and the person sold it to me for $35 bucks… Lucky me.
That price tag, Cloud 2 wireless all day long
Oh Jeez Techne, that has the worst Mic ever
SteelSeries mic doing what they do best 😂
@@TheTechne I laughed way to hard about that 🤣🤣
Can’t believe they didn’t improve this over the 3x.
Agreed. Their stock mic is absolutely trash, but thanks to sonar. I modified and tweaked the equalizer and thanks to sonar, I sounded like im using a condenser mic.
I’m probably switching to Logitech based on the microphone alone lol
Can u use the type c aux dongle to use aux? As this headset doesn't have aux imput
Wheres the link to that little usb to usbc adapter?
Where’s the link to the little plug thing ?
For only Ps5 Nova 4 or nova 7 or Pulse 3d?
Artics nova 4 it's better than artics 9?
Would it work to use the 4x' analog through a type-c to 3.5mm cable? or does it only work with type-c to type-a? I don't like them removing the headphone jack on this.
I’m baffled that the nova 4 doesn’t have a headphone jack when the others do. Seriously it’s so backwards
I wish the 7x would be comfortable. It touches the top of my ears. Idk if it's actually the driver, or the stitching inside :/ but now it's time for the review!
Man is that so? I sold my nova pro wireless and went back to my hyper x cloud 2s. Because they were crazy uncomfy, was looking at the 7ps lately. I am second guessing it now.
@@TheSMSpider buy them at a store where you're able to return em. To make a reference, I have the stealth 700 gen 2, and their set to the biggest 'size' for the headband, my ears ain't that big, but i do have a big head. Maybe they break in over time. But it's a gamble you know :/.
I would still try them!
@@xPenitentOne always is with headsets sadly, I’ve exchanged/returned/sold 4 headsets at this point trying to find the best one for me. The cloud 2 wireless are comfy but have no features which is why I keep looking else where.
@@TheSMSpider Maybe the Audeze Maxwell? It's still not available here 🤣
@@xPenitentOne I’ll look into those! Don’t look like they’re available in Canada yet however. Thanks for the heads up 😊.
what usb to usb c adapter is that one can you link it please
Would you just connect this headset into the xbox controller? Like, in the USB C charging port?
no
is it better than arctis 7+?
What's the white headset in the back?
How do you turn off the sidetone?
Hello, I have a question, is Nova 4x compatible with PlayStation 5?
yo, yes, the steelseries nova 4 are compatible with ps5.
"steelseries doing what steelseries does best" Meanwhile i've never worn a single headset by Steelseries that i've found comfortable.
My issue with the Arctis Nova 7 🫡 I want to like it, it looks nice. It feels nice (like qualify and build) but the ear cups.. 🫣🫣
I have the steel series arctic 7p+ and there comfortable to me
@@hb-conner isn't this the 'older' model? I think it's better cuz the ear cups are bigger. I bought replacements for my 7x and hopefully this will fix my problem lol.
Wish the turtle beach stealth pro or the Nova pros had the comfort of the Arctis Pro wireless. For me the most confortable headset ever
@@poeleloele funny, the Stealth 700 gen 2 is the most comfortable i have worn in years lol, and the Stealth pro apparently has less clampforce 🫣😂 heads can be weird right lol.
Does this do Bluetooth at the same time as game audio? Bought the razer v2 wireless and wish it did that…
No BT at all
is it available worldwide?
Can the 4X work on the PlayStation five
cant even find this on the internet in my country
These good ps5?
Can i use these on the switch
Legend
If this is compare to Arctis Pro, which is better?
Arctis pro is way better this is a downgraded-chepaer version for 120$
It slid right by people because it’s only about GameStop and most gamers in general have stopped shopping there
Gosh I honestly hate shopping them stores, lol. But I do love retail, and enjoy going in stores.
Any chance you review the haste 2 wireless?
sorry, I will not be covering it
I’ve had the headset about a week and it’s like the headsets froze, I can’t turn it off and it won’t connect to my pc ?, can anyone hrlp
Is engine working on ps5?
Wich one do you prefer Logitech g733 or This Nova 4
Or Corsair HS65 Wireless..
The mic sounds like a phone with bad noise cancellation or something though. It really does try to eat the start and ending of words and sentences you're saying. It's weird.
What you guys suggest me to buy the nova 7 or the razer barracuda? I want it lightweight and with Bluetooth, any other recommendations?
Nova 7
Bro! When did you get all the tattoos?
he got all those within 6 months… something big must have changed in his life… 😅
@@Medsas lol, nothing big. I have always had my back covered, with a few upper arm, and chest.
Just finally getting back into them.
Do you have rq for apex
G Pro Lightspeed X2 when?? 😅😂
i think ill keep my nova pro, i hate unplugging the dongle everytime i switch between xbox and ps5 😂
I don’t think thats necessary try having both consoles on but just use the wireless option on your Xbox or vice Versa
Techne please just tell me one thing can it sound better than the HyperX Cloud 2
SS has a different sound than HyperX. The cloud are well rounded for all gaming styles, SS has always been a bit more FPS
@@TheTechne Thank you brother, I only play CS:GO and Apex anyways. Thinking its time to update from my Cloud 2’s to the Steelseries
This or arctis 1 wireless
Still waiting on that tattoo tour Technie lol
😂