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Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows)
Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows)
Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows)
Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Surround
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60 hours
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60 hours
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45 hours
Wireless
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According to our gaming headset expert
Experience various audio types with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless PC headset - Black. You can connect this headset wirelessly to your PC via the USB-C dongle. This way, you're not bothered by cables while you game. The Arctis Nova 5 Companion App lets you discover more than 100 different audio pre-sets. These audio profiles each have a unique focus, such as listening to footsteps or enjoying in-game music. The surround sound allows you to hear all the game sounds around you in 360 degrees, so you know exactly where your opponents are coming from. This means you're always a step ahead. Thanks to the noise suppression in the microphone, you can also communicate online with your friends without background noises. This way, you're message always comes across clearly. The average battery life of the headset is 60 hours. You can keep playing for a long time without charging the headset. Often play alone or no need for a microphone? You can easily fold the microphone of the headset.
Note:this gaming headset is made for the PC, but you can also use it wirelessly on the PlayStation.
Computer platform | Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows) | |
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Connection type | Wireless | |
Sound reproduction | Surround | |
Noise canceling | ||
Microphone noise suppression | ||
Average battery life | 60 hours |
5 stars
23
4 stars
22
3 stars
1
2 stars
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1 star
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Sound quality
Fit
Wearing comfort
Design
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless is a comfortable wireless gaming headset with a long battery life. I play many different types of games and every game sounds good, I hear clearly where sounds come from in games. The special Nova 5 app is a nice extra, but ultimately adds little.
First impression I take the Nova 5 out of the box and immediately notice that the headset is lighter than the average wireless headset. The ear cushions are soft and fit completely over my ears. The headset does feel less sturdy than, for example, the Nova 7. The microphone is extendable and easy to bend. The headband is also easily adjustable.
Many connection options After the first impression it is time for a gaming session. The Arctis Nova 5 is a wireless headset, which means that you can only connect the headset wirelessly. Fortunately, I find enough options for connecting in the manual. The headset has Bluetooth and a USB-C dongle. This allows me to easily connect the Arctis Nova 5 to the PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC. I cannot connect this headset wirelessly to the Xbox. Fortunately, SteelSeries has made a Nova 5 model for every platform, so you can game wirelessly on every platform.
Beautiful sound experience I tested the Arctis Nova 5 with several games, from Helldivers 2 to Paper Mario. I also used the headset to listen to music. I actually always think the sound is beautiful and spacious. This is probably due to the special Nova Acoustic System, because even on the Nintendo Switch my games sound good. It sounds even better on PlayStation and PC because surround sound is supported there. The Nova 5 also has a special app that allows me to adjust the settings even further. In the app I can choose from more than 100 audio profiles for specific games, a nice addition, but I don't notice much difference between the profiles. Fortunately, I also adjust the volume of my microphone and other settings in the app.
Good battery life When unpacking, I notice that the Arctis Nova 5 is quite light, which is very nice while gaming. But I was afraid that this would be at the expense of the battery. Fortunately, nothing could be further from the truth, I played for hours and the battery easily reached the promised 60 hours. So I don't worry about interrupting my gaming session.
Mark. Gaming specialist.
7 June 2024
Automatically translated from Dutch
Have used it intensively for a few weeks 12+ hours a day. It is very light, well adjustable to increase the comfortable aspect and also glasses friendly which is a plus. You can optionally use the app to adjust the sound depending on which game you are playing and you also have the option to dim the mic mute led light via the app. The only downside I have encountered is that the battery life does not reach 60 hours but an average of 37 hours after some tests.
Akatsuki666
6 November 2024
Automatically translated from Dutch
I have been testing this headset for a number of weeks now. Unpacking was already great because it was professionally and well packed. The sound quality is very solid out-of-the-box, there is a bit of bass missing here and there, but that is certainly not disturbing. In the companion app for either your mobile phone or a Windows PC you can use multiple audio presets, which in many cases allows you to increase the bass or adjust the sound differently so that it better suits your purposes. The wearing comfort is really great, thanks to the elastic band and the memory foam earpads you can wear the headset for hours without experiencing any discomfort. However, you have to be careful if you have larger ears, because the ear cups are not very large. So far I have never had any problems with the wireless connection(s) or the battery, it lasts a long time so you almost never have to charge it. And the connection with both a Bluetooth device and the 2.4 GHz dongle works great, changing this connection is also easy with a button on the headset itself. All in all a great headset for the price, definitely recommended!!!!
Evert-Jan
12 July 2024
Automatically translated from Dutch
Coolblue takes care of everything, from taking out an insurance to repairs
For almost all accidents
More coverage in case of damage than your standard warranty
No deductible
First, add your gaming headset to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.
2-year Protection Plan
14,99
one-time2-year Protection Plan with theft cover
33,99
one-timeProtection Plan - Monthly cancelable
1,23
per monthProtection Plan with theft cover - Monthly cancelable
2,25
per month
Product number | 946513 | |
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Manufacturer code | 61670 | |
Brand | SteelSeries | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Computer platform | Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows) |
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Sound reproduction | Surround | |
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Audio channels | 7.1 | |
Volume control speaker(s) | ||
Volume controls location | Ear cup |
Microphone noise suppression | ||
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Microphone mute function | ||
How to mute | Via the button on the ear cup | |
Type of microphone | Bendable, Blocked, Collapsible |
Connection type | Wireless | |
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Average battery life | 60 hours | |
USB port | ||
Type of USB port | USB-C | |
Headphone jack |
Lighting peripherals |
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Material | Plastic | |
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Ear cups design | Closed design | |
Ear cushion material | Fabric | |
Filling ear cushions | Memory foam | |
Foldable | ||
Color | Black |
