NZXT

Capsule Elite

A solid mid-range usb microphone for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 192 kHz.

64/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
192 kHzCondenser
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Why we rate it

  • Above-average sample rate
  • Above-average bit depth
  • No usb-c
  • No headphone monitoring
Score profile

Where the Capsule Elite wins and loses

Scored against the usb microphones class
AudioOverallValue866464
Audio
86
Overall spec score
64
Value position
64
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Audio

Sample rate192
Bit depth24

Capsule and design

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Head to head

Capsule Elite vs ASUS ROG Carnyx

Highlighted cell = better in that row
AudioOverallValue
Capsule EliteROG Carnyx
 NZXTCapsule EliteThis pageASUSROG Carnyx
Overall score64 /10064 /100
Sample rate khz192192
Bit depth2424
TypeCondenserCondenser
Who it's for

Is the Capsule Elite right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable usb microphone for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need usb-c, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Capsule Elite worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 64/100 against other usb microphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.

What stands out on the Capsule Elite?

Its sample rate stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.

How does it compare to the QIUOIO RGB Gaming Microphone?

The QIUOIO RGB Gaming Microphone scores 65/100 versus this one at 64/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.