SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 lands as a solid mid-range gaming headset, built around PC, PS5, Switch.
60/100
PC, PS5, Switch
£179best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Wireless
- Surround sound
- No active noise cancelling
- No detachable mic
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight330 g
WirelessYes
Sound
Surround soundYes
Connectivity
PlatformsPC, PS5, Switch
More specs
TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWireless
MicrophoneNon-Detachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 vs SteelSeries Arctis 7
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2Arctis 7
| SteelSeriesSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2This page | SteelSeriesArctis 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60 /100Better | 58 /100 |
| Weight | 330 g | — |
| Surround | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 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 active noise cancelling, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset 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.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2?
Its wireless stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Legion H500 Pro?
The Legion H500 Pro scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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