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General

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Series

Quantum2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Part of the JBL Quantum gaming line, below the Quantum 950.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

QUANTUM 8501Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Model Headset QUANTUM 850, Dongle QUANTUM 850 TM. The dongle model is excluded. No orderable SKU code was found.

61721, HS391Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Selected original Graphite/black US SKU. Maker Product JSON-LD lists SKU 61721. Other colour identifiers are not inferred.3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 64-65 identify HS39 as the headset model. HS39TX is the receiver model and is excluded.

GTIN / EAN

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5707119064866, 8101641414841Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker Product JSON-LD identifies the selected Graphite/black SKU. These do not apply to other colours.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

26 August 20262Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL press release dated 26 August 2026.

5 May 20262Press releasesteelseries.com/press/160-steelserie-arctis-nova-pro-omni-is-a-statement-for-the-future-of-gamingRead 8 October 2026

Status

Available2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Available from 1/10/2026 per the maker. No retailer listing was found, so this follows the maker date.3Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-CEU/268974-jbl-launches-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-spatial-sound-head-tracking-and-adaptive-noise-cancellingRead 14 October 2026Same availability statement.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review published 2026-10-09 with an RRP of 279.99 EUR.

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless8Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar calls the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless the predecessor of the Arctis Nova Pro Omni.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$399.992Press releasesteelseries.com/press/160-steelserie-arctis-nova-pro-omni-is-a-statement-for-the-future-of-gamingRead 8 October 2026Maker North American launch MSRP is USD 399.99. US MSRP excludes sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€279.992Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026UK release price 279.99 EUR alongside 249.99 GBP. The EU release gives 279.99 EUR. JBL EU prices include VAT.3Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-CEU/268974-jbl-launches-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-spatial-sound-head-tracking-and-adaptive-noise-cancellingRead 14 October 2026Available for 279.99 EUR. Central Europe release.8Press articlegadgetbond.com/jbl-quantum-850-gaming-headset-launchRead 14 October 2026Priced at 249.99 GBP / 279.99 EUR.

€399.992Press releasesteelseries.com/press/160-steelserie-arctis-nova-pro-omni-is-a-statement-for-the-future-of-gamingRead 8 October 2026Maker EMEA euro launch MSRP is EUR 399.99 as published for consumers. Later store discounts are excluded.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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Graphite, White, Midnight Blue2Press releasesteelseries.com/press/160-steelserie-arctis-nova-pro-omni-is-a-statement-for-the-future-of-gamingRead 8 October 2026

Segment

Gaming2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026A premium gaming headset in the JBL Quantum gaming line.

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions and an ear cup design over the ear. Geektopia calls it circumaural.5Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Circumaural is over-ear.

Over-ear5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 8 October 2026

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Not stated. Closed enclosure comes from Geektopia.5Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Tipo: circumaurales cerrados, which is closed circumaural.

Closed5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer spec table explicitly states closed-back operating principle.

Wearing style

Headband2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Headband with sliding arm.

Headband5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 8 October 2026

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

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Flat5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design section explicitly says the earcups fold flat. This means rotation, not folding inward.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

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Yes5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design section says earcups fold flat for storage. This supports rotation relative to the headband.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Driver size 50 mm Dynamic Driver.

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Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 20262Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 202650mm Carbon Dynamic Drivers.

40mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

15Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Spacekings is the source for one driver per cup.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: two dynamic 50 mm carbon drivers in total, which is one per ear cup.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

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Neodymium1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: 20 Hz - 40 kHz (USB Audio). Stored as the wired USB range. No other connection range is given.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker Specifications gives its single headphone acoustic range. This is not the wireless transmission bandwidth. Power state is not stated.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Impedance 32 ohm.

38Ω1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker Specifications gives 38 ohms without power-state or frequency qualification.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

100dB1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Sensitivity 100 dB SPL @1 kHz / 1 mW. Maximum SPL 95 dB is a separate figure.

98dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker Specifications gives 98 dBSPL at 1 kHz for 1 mW. Power state is not stated.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 mW1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The reference is 1 mW as printed.

Per 1 mW1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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1%1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker states less than 1%. Test level is not published.

Max input power

30mW1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Max input power 30 mW.

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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96kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Hi-Res certified 96 kHz/24-bit through the GameHub wireless audio path. Manual requires Windows playback format set accordingly. Headset USB-C is charging, not USB audio.

Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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24bits1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Hi-Res certified 96 kHz/24-bit through GameHub. This is playback depth, not microphone depth.

DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes6Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/45637342396301-Settings-in-Engine-and-GameHub-on-Nova-Pro-OmniRead 8 October 2026Exact model FAQ says settings from GameHub and GG Engine are saved to headset onboard memory, and presets function when GG is not running. This establishes headset storage rather than receiver-only EQ.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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103Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 12-13 separately describe adjustable ten-band playback EQ for 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. This does not establish that every profile is stored on the headset.

EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

JBL Quantum Spatial Sound1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 2 and the calibration microphone page name JBL Quantum Spatial Sound.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL Quantum Spatial Sound with Head Tracking.

Tempest 3D, Windows Sonic Spatial, SteelSeries Sonar Surround for Windows, DTS Headphone, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker named host systems. DTS Headphone and Dolby Atmos are sold separately. Sonar Surround requires Windows.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

Yes2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL Quantum Spatial Sound with Head Tracking, powered by JBL QuantumENGINE.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 02: ANC/Ambient Aware On/Off.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Hi-Res certified 50mm carbon dynamic drivers with Adaptive Noise Cancelling.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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Hybrid1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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41Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026The maker names the feature Adaptive Noise Cancelling. No further detail is given.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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36Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/45637342396301-Settings-in-Engine-and-GameHub-on-Nova-Pro-OmniRead 8 October 2026Exact model FAQ states Low, Medium and High cancellation strengths. Off and Transparency are excluded.

ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 02: ANC/Ambient Aware On/Off.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ambient Aware is named on the ear cup button in the quick start guide. The release does not describe it.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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The measured default response has reduced output from 2 to 4 kHz and increased output from 6 to 12 kHz relative to the SoundGuys Preference curve.4Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-review-156850Read 8 October 2026Objective Measurements section compares its measured default curve with the SoundGuys Preference curve. Firmware 1.30.00. No numeric deviation is read from a plotted curve.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

AJBL Quantum 850

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BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	32.85

Source4Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-review-156850Read 8 October 2026Exact model tested for seven days with firmware 1.30.00, GG 108.1.0 and Arctis mobile app 5.10.0. Continuous 2.4 GHz runtime was 32 h 51 min, converted exactly to 32.85 h. ANC, lighting, test volume and sample rate are not stated for that runtime and remain omitted.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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32.85h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Detachable boom1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview and box: Detachable boom microphone with an audio jack for the boom microphone.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026New 6mm unidirectional boom microphone. The key features list says 6mm cardioid noise-cancelling boom microphone.

Retractable boom1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Cardioid1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Microphone pickup pattern Cardioid. The maker press release also calls it unidirectional.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026

Omnidirectional1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100Max8,000Hz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Microphone frequency response 100 Hz - 8 kHz.

Min50 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-44dB1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: -44 dBV/Pa @1 kHz.

-40dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker wireless microphone value is -40 dBV/Pa. Test frequency is not stated.

Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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32kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker specifies wireless microphone bandwidth as 32 kHz/16-bit.

Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Key features: JBL QuantumENGINE customisation including AI keyboard noise reduction. This is a software feature.

AI1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 05: Microphone mute/unmute.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box contents: Windshield foam for boom microphone.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog, USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 20262.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth, USB audio and a USB-C to AUX cable for analog.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Dual wireless: 2.4GHz USB-C wireless dongle and Bluetooth 5.3. USB-C and 3.5mm wired connectivity.

Analog, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 4-9 identify headset 3.5 mm audio jack, 2.4 GHz receiver and Bluetooth. USB host connections feed GameHub, not a wired USB playback connection to the headset.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Both included cables are USB-C cables at the headset. The AUX cable is USB-C to AUX.

3.5 mm3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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1.5m3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026USB-C port on the headset. Cables are listed as USB-C.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The guide has a USB AUDIO page with PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, Mobile and PlayStation.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026USB-C wired connection with Hi-Res certified audio.

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

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Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box contents: USB wireless dongle.

Included3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The dongle is a USB-C dongle per the maker press release. A USB-C to USB-A converter is included.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 20262.4GHz USB-C wireless dongle.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 4-7. GameHub has three native USB-C host ports. Two included cables terminate in USB-A at the host.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

5.31Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Bluetooth version V5.3. Profiles A2DP V1.4.1, HFP V1.8, AVRCP V1.6.3. Codecs are not named. Channel News writes Bluetooth 5.2, which the maker does not.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3.

5.31Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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SBC, LC3, LC3+1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Current maker specification lists SBC plus LC3 and LC3+ for LE Audio. Proprietary 2.4 GHz coding is separate.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly states MultiPoint support. It does not publish the number of simultaneous Bluetooth source connections.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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101Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026The maker says up to 10 saved devices. This is memory, not ten simultaneous Bluetooth streams.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

Yes2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Dual wireless connectivity allows simultaneous connection through the 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth 5.3.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Arctis Nova Pro Omni GameHub1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, iOS, Android, Nintendo Switch1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Same pages. Nintendo Switch is the name printed. The press release adds iPadOS and Zoom.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Windows PC, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android, Playstation and Nintendo, Zoom Certified. Xbox is not listed.9Press articletrustedreviews.com/news/jbl-unveils-quantum-850-and-new-mid-range-headsets-at-gamescomRead 14 October 2026Compatible with iPad OS, PlayStation and Nintendo certified. Xbox certification is only on the 520X.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Android, iOS3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 3 lists PC, Mac, Xbox One/Series, PS4/PS5, Switch 1/2 TV mode and USB-C mobile. Android/iOS app and Bluetooth evidence are also stated on pages 3 and 9. No Xbox Bluetooth route is inferred.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

AJBL Quantum 850

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
Windows	USB
macOS	2.4 GHz
macOS	USB
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS5	USB
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	USB
Android	2.4 GHz
Android	USB
iOS	2.4 GHz
iOS	USB

Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pages 6 and 8 show 2.4 GHz and USB audio for PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, Mobile and PlayStation. Mobile is stored as Android and iOS, as the press release names both. The guide says PlayStation without a console generation. PS5 is stored as the current console and PS4 is not stored.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Xbox One	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch 2	2.4 GHz

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 6-7. Each host connects to GameHub by USB and the headset receives 2.4 GHz audio. Xbox requires USB 3. Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 require TV mode. Individual mic compatibility is not separately documented here.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

700mAh1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Lithium-ion battery (3.7 V / 700 mAh).

670mAh3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF pages 44-45, printed pages 86 and 88, list one NP-45A lithium-ion battery at 670 mAh, 3.7 V and 2.479 Wh. This is one battery, not the sum of the two supplied packs.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 10 Replaceable battery. A footnote says the battery is replaceable only with an original JBL battery.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

11Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026One replaceable battery is in the box.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026The retail package includes the 700mAh battery.

23Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

AJBL Quantum 850

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	25
Bluetooth	30

Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: music play time up to 25 hrs with only 2.4GHz on, up to 30 hrs with only BT on, up to 22 hrs with BT and 2.4GHz both on. The dual wireless row has no matching connection option and is not stored. ANC state for music play is not stated. Talk time with ANC is up to 18 hrs (2.4GHz), 20 hrs (BT) and 17 hrs (both). Talk time is not stored as playback.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Up to 30 hours via Bluetooth and up to 25 hours via 2.4 GHz, same as the quick start guide.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	30

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Up to 30 hours per battery using 2.4 GHz with ANC off. The 60-hour headline uses both included batteries. The separate 19-hour mixed 2.4 GHz plus Bluetooth ANC-on claim cannot fit the single-connection enum and is omitted. The 50-hour Bluetooth figure lacks equally explicit per-battery scope and is omitted.

Battery life (claimed, max)

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Charging port

USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: power supply 5V 1A. The USB-C port is item 07 in the overview.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 7 gives the headset USB-C charging jack. Spare batteries can also charge in the included GameHub slot.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

180min1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Charging time < 3 hrs from empty. Stored as 180 minutes. The real time is under that.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Less than three hours for a complete charge.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

10min1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging diagram: 10 MIN gives 2 H.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026A 10-minute quick charge provides up to two hours of use.

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

2h1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Same diagram. hifi.blog states ten minutes gives up to two additional hours of playback.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Ten minutes connected gives up to two additional hours.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026Same sentence.

4h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker USB-C quick-charge claim. Playback connection, ANC state, volume and charger power are not stated.

Use while charging

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Charging dock or stand

None2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026The Quantum 950 features the added Base Station. The 850 has none. TechNetBooks says the 850 has a dock, which the maker release contradicts.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026The 850 dispenses with the flagship's separate base station.

Included3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Chat mix wheel1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: ANC/Ambient Aware button, microphone mute button, power button, spatial sound button, 2.4 GHz pairing button and the game audio-chat balance dial. The volume control type is not clear from the drawing and is not stored.

Buttons, Volume wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Volume control

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Wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

Hardware dial1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 11: Game audio-chat balance dial. The platforms it works on are not stated.

Hardware dial3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 10-11. Wheel ChatMix works on PC and Xbox. PC requires Sonar installed and USB 1. SourceMix between two devices is a separate operation.

Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ultra-light air mesh hammock suspension system.

Suspension strap1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Headband material

Air mesh hammock2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Air mesh hammock suspension.

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Frame material

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Plastic construction with a metal headband4Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-review-156850Read 8 October 2026Reviewer describes mostly plastic construction and a metal headband. Metal alloy is not specified.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Memory foam with synthetic leather (leatherette) cover2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Soft leatherette ear cushions.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Memory-foam ear cushions with a synthetic-leather covering.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Ear pads are memory foam.

Memory foam wrapped in vegan leather1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Press release lists ear cushions as replaceable.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are replaceable.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 4 marks ear cushions as replaceable parts.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Boom microphone, USB-C cable, Ear cushions, Earcaps, Headband hammock, Battery1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview items: replaceable battery and replaceable headset cap. The full list is from the maker press release.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Replaceable system: microphone, USB-C cable, ear cushions, earcaps, hammock and battery pack.

Ear cushions, Elastic headband, Speaker plates, Lithium-ion batteries3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 4-5 and 7, 17-18 identify replacement cushions, adjustable elastic band, removable magnetic plates and user-swapped batteries.

Software

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Companion app

JBL QuantumENGINE (PC) and JBL Quantum App (mobile)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Download JBL QuantumENGINE, or the JBL Quantum App.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL QuantumENGINE.

SteelSeries GG and Arctis Companion App3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

App platforms

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The page shows Windows and Apple logos for QuantumENGINE and Google Play and App Store badges for the Quantum App.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker Specifications lists GG/Engine on Windows and macOS. Manual page 3 names the Android/iOS companion app.

User firmware updates

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Yes7Maker product pagetechblog.steelseries.com/2026/09/22/GG-notes-120.0.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker GG 120.0.0 release notes explicitly fix an exact-model firmware update completion prompt. This is evidence of actual consumer firmware updates, not merely a firmware number in the regulatory manual.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

349.7g(12.3 oz)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Weight 364.2 g (included talk mic 14.5 g and battery 16.4 g). Stored 349.7 g, which is 364.2 g minus the 14.5 g detachable microphone, battery included. The figure on the maker page is 364.2 g.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026364.2 g including its microphone and battery.

339g(12 oz)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026Maker unqualified headphone mass. Inclusion of battery and microphone is not separately stated.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

Hi-Res Audio2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Hi-Res certified. The maker links the certification to wired USB-C and 3.5mm use.

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Communication certifications

Zoom Certified2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Zoom Certified.

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FCC ID

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ZHK-HS393Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 64-65 identify ZHK-HS39 as the headset. ZHK-HS39TX is the separate GameHub and is excluded.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

JBL Quantum 850 Wireless, USB-C cable, USB-C to AUX cable, USB wireless dongle, USB-C to USB-A converter, Calibration microphone, Detachable boom microphone, Windshield foam for boom microphone, Replaceable battery, Pouch, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Safety sheet1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the box page.

Arctis Nova Pro Omni Headset, Wireless GameHub, Second Battery, USB-C to USB-A Cable ×2 (1.5 m), Microphone Pop Filter, Product Information Guide3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 3 is the exact manual package list. It takes precedence over the current webpage listing USB-C to USB-C cables and a carrying bag. The carrying case field is omitted because the bundle descriptions disagree.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AJBL Quantum 850

Type	Count
USB-C cable	1
USB-C to AUX cable	1

Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The guide shows both cables without a length.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A	1.5	2

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 3 and 5 identify two 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cables. Current webpage connector wording differs.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box contents: Pouch.

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Links

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Product page

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steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omni1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

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steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omni1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-omniRead 8 October 2026

Manual

www.mediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdf1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Quick start guide, 40 pages in many languages. The maker site could not be read, so this copy hosted by a retailer is cited.

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_nova_pro_omni_pig_global_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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