SteelSeries
Arctis Nova Elite
The Arctis Nova Elite lands as a solid mid-range gaming headset, built around PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch.
55/100
PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch
£600best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Wireless
- Scores 55/100
- No surround sound
- No active noise cancelling
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the Arctis Nova Elite wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight505 g
WirelessYes
Connectivity
PlatformsPC, PS5, Xbox, Switch
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowArctis Nova Elite vs SteelSeries SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni
Arctis Nova EliteSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni
| SteelSeriesArctis Nova EliteThis page | SteelSeriesSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55 /100 | 56 /100Better |
| Weight | 505 g | 334 gBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Arctis Nova Elite right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need surround sound, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
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 Arctis Nova Elite worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the Arctis Nova Elite?
Its wireless stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Cloud Orbit S?
The Cloud Orbit S scores 56/100 versus this one at 55/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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