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General

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Series

ASTRO1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Arctis Nova1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Product title Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2. Standard 7, not 7P/7X models.

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

939-0022421Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Exact selected US Black 939-002242. Current raw public product data separately maps White to 939-002243. A20 Gen 1/2, A50 and G522 data are excluded. The supplied PLAYSYNC bundle is the reference.

61730, 61731, 61732, HS311Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026PC edition product IDs only. HS31 regulatory headset identity from guide page 42. 7P/7X are separately marketed models.3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Regulatory model No. HS31 (Wireless Headset), HS31TX (Transceiver)

GTIN / EAN

09785520583410Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1914818-REG/logitech_g_939_002242_a20_x_wireless_gaming.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black listing explicitly couples 939-002242 to UPC 097855205834, independently corroborated by exact Micro Center 700892. Other-region GTINs are excluded.

5707119065597, 5707119065610, 5707119065634, 810164142122, 810164142139, 8101641421461Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026PC colour variants EAN and UPC only, as embedded product/variant data.

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

17 September 20254Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026

14 October 20259Press releasesteelseries.com/press/158-steelseries-unleashes-the-power-of-the-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-seriesRead 30 September 2026Launch release October 14, 2025.

Status

Available1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Product purchase section offers Buy Now for standard Gen 2. Not original gen 1 store.

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 7 Wireless16Maker product pagesteelseries.com/blog/introducing-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2Read 23 October 2026SteelSeries' launch post presents the Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 as the upgraded version of the 2022 Arctis Nova 7 Wireless.

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.

$179.994Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Company launch article explicitly names USD 179.99 MSRP, Black/White and preorder at announcement. Current discount is not substituted. EUR launch VAT scope is not established.

$199.999Press releasesteelseries.com/press/158-steelseries-unleashes-the-power-of-the-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-seriesRead 30 September 2026PC edition MSRP US $199.99.

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.

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€199.999Press releasesteelseries.com/press/158-steelseries-unleashes-the-power-of-the-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-seriesRead 30 September 2026PC edition EMEA MSRP €199.99.

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

US1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

US, EU, GB2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/de-de/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 30 September 2026German store, EUR prices

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Black, White, Magenta1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Standard Nova 7 Gen 2 product color options Black, White, Magenta with SKU 61730/61731/61732. No 7P/7X colors inherited.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Product category gaming headsets, marketing game audio and PC/console gaming.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026

Over-ear6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026Review introduction/build: over-ear circumaural earcups, standard Nova 7 Gen 2.

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

Closed10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1914818-REG/logitech_g_939_002242_a20_x_wireless_gaming.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black listing explicitly says Closed-Back, corroborated by dedicated ProSettings A20 X table. This is acoustic enclosure, not folding geometry.

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Wearing style

Headband2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026

Headband3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product Overview labels Elastic Headband and two earcups. Headband is the wearing support.

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

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Flat11Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact standard-model review and published hardware photograph 18 show flat-swivel folding. No inward-fold mode is documented or added.

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

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Yes11Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact standard-model review photograph shows rotation flat, rather than tilt alone. The review identifies the right-side ChatMix control and its Engine device title identifies the standard Nova 7 Gen 2.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

No7Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-reviewRead 30 September 2026Design: no RGB lighting on the headset.

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

81Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Maker explicitly gives eight customizable LIGHTSYNC RGB zones. A reviewer says two zones, which appears to count the two ear cups. Eight maker zones are retained without equating cups with independent zones.

012Retailer pageinet.se/produkt/6306426/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-svartRead 7 October 2026No decorative backlighting on exact black PC 61730. The maker manual labels the power, Bluetooth and microphone-mute indicators, which are status lights and excluded from decorative lighting-zone count.

Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model review explicitly identifies 40 mm biocellulose dynamic drivers, matching current maker 40 mm Biocellulose claim. White sample used, regional SKU unstated. This is a published model transducer specification, not a White measurement.

Dynamic7Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-reviewRead 30 September 202640mm Neodymium dynamic

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

40mm1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

40mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Speaker Drivers technical section: Neodymium Drivers 40 mm.

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

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Diaphragm material

Biocellulose1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Exact current maker raw inRiverTechSpecs labels Driver as 40 mm Biocellulose. No G522 transducer material is inferred.

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Magnet

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Neodymium1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Speaker Drivers technical section: Neodymium Drivers 40 mm.

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 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Maker gives one headphone acoustic range. It does not identify a separate Bluetooth transmission band or a measured curve.

Min20 HzMax22 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Speaker Drivers technical section: Headphone Frequency Response 20 Hz to 22 kHz.

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.

36Ω6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model review specification table claims 36 ohms, with no test frequency or connection state. This is an unmeasured published headphone/driver claim. No passive analog path inferred.

36Ω1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Speaker Drivers technical section: Headphone Impedance 36 ohms.

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.

107dB2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact maker support publishes 107 dB ±3 dB without voltage/power, distance or frequency reference. No per-1mW/per-1V normalization is guessed. Separately published maximum SPL 87 dB(A) is not a volume-limit field.

105dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as 105 dBSPL @ 1 kHz/1 mW

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

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Per 1 mW1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Speaker Drivers technical section: Headphone Sensitivity 105 dBSPL/mW at 1 kHz, per 1 mW explicit.

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

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3%1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion < 3%

Max input power

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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.

48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Exact maker PLAYSYNC Base specification: two inputs up to 24 bit/48 kHz on PC and up to 16 bit/48 kHz on consoles. This is the named USB/base path, not a universal Bluetooth format. Mic sampling is separate.

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

24bits1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Maximum published PC/base input format is 24-bit at up to 48 kHz. Console input claim is 16-bit. No absolute format for every path or inferred codec is stored.

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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.

Yes4Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact maker launch explains onboard DSP carries personalized audio settings. Independently tested exact A20 X review explicitly says headphone and microphone EQ save into headset for any device. Shared-model capability test used White, firmware and regional SKU unstated. No individual numeric White results transferred.7Reviewstreamtechreviews.com/blog/astro-a20-xRead 8 October 2026Author explicitly says parametric headphone and microphone EQ changes save to headset for any device. Maker onboard-DSP claim corroborates. No claim that every PC Blue VO!CE filter or spatial effect executes onboard.

Yes10Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Published exact standard-model Engine device-settings screenshot shows custom playback EQ saved on the device, separately selectable for 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Sonar host-only processing is documented separately. Supports device-stored EQ for those active transports. No powered EQ is claimed for passive analog listening. This exact PC evidence avoids relying on the differently tested 7P review.

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

105Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Reviewer directly confirms ten-band parametric playback EQ in desktop/mobile apps. Microphone also has a separate EQ. Band count is not a factory-preset count.

1010Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Ten visible custom playback EQ control points in the exact standard-model SteelSeries GG Engine Audio screenshot. The screenshot title is Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 and the separate microphone panel is below it. Sonar host equalization and microphone presets are not counted.

EQ presets

bass boost, gaming, FPS gaming, media6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact review names these curated G HUB playback presets, preserving the article's labels. These are app-provided playback options, not microphone radio/broadcast presets or an inferred onboard hardware preset-cycle control. White sample/firmware unspecified for this common app capability.

Call of Duty, Fortnite, Flat1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Confirmed named subset. Maker calls out Call of Duty and Fortnite game presets. Exact standard-model Engine screenshot separately shows Flat. The number of downloadable profiles changes, so a complete fixed catalogue is not claimed. Playback profiles are distinct from microphone profiles.10Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact PC Engine screenshot explicitly labels the playback equalizer preset Flat. This adds one confirmed name to the maker Call of Duty/Fortnite subset.

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.

DTS Headphone:X 2.02Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact maker support names DTS Headphone:X 2.0 7.1 virtual surround. PC software support is corroborated by exact TechRadar review. No bundled paid licence, console DTS implementation or head tracking is inferred.

360° Spatial Audio1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as 360° Spatial Audio: Supported

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

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No5Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Exact A20 X review explicitly says no Active Noise Cancellation. Blue VO!CE noise reduction applies to transmitted microphone sound.

No6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026There is no active noise cancellation

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

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

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

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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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

Default response lies below the SoundGuys preference curve in bass and substantially in treble. Midrange is closer to the target, giving the balance a warm, subdued character.5Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Public Objective Measurements frequency-response/error-curve prose against SoundGuys preference target. Tested Black sample over 7 days, firmware 1.0.1861, mobile G Hub 1.6, desktop 2025.8.789376. Specific rig, SPL, route, codec, audio processing and precise preset for this curve are not stated. No scalar amplitudes or MDAQS scores reconstructed.

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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

Recorded speech is clear with a dark tone. The reviewer reports intelligible voice across office, reverberant, street and wind recordings.5Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Actual public microphone demos in five environments, same Black sample/firmware as review setup. Reviewer says best recording via base, but exact platform, processing state, gain, SPL and recording route for individual demos are unstated. No numeric SNR or bandwidth inferred.

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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.

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

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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 boom1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Retractable boom1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026ClearCast Gen 2 - Retractable Boom

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.

Omnidirectional1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Bidirectional1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as Bidirectional Noise Cancelling

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.

Min70 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Min100Max7,000Hz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as 100-6500Hz (BT) 100-7000Hz (2.4G). The 2.4 GHz range is stored. Microphone Bandwidth is published as 16KHz/8Bit

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

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-12dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as -12 dBV/Pa (Near-field) -15 dBV/Pa (Far-field). Near-field value stored

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.

48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Maker explicitly labels 48 kHz full-bandwidth microphone. Acoustic range 70 Hz-20 kHz is separate. No unstated maximum speech resolution is calculated.

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

DSP5Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Exact desktop app offers noise reduction, noise gate, high-pass, de-esser, de-popper and compression. Stored DSP capability is host-app dependent, not guaranteed bare Bluetooth or on-console filtering.

AI1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Sonar AI processes transmitted microphone speech on a Windows PC. This is software-side processing when Sonar is running, not a claim of autonomous AI processing in the headset or playback ANC. The PC maker page explicitly offers this enhancement.

Flip to mute

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No12Retailer pageinet.se/produkt/6306426/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-svartRead 7 October 2026Exact standard black SKU question is answered by retailer staff. Retraction does not automatically mute the mic. A physical mute button on the left cup is used. This is push-pull retraction, not a flip-up mute boom.

Mute button

Yes4Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product Overview Mic Mute Button (item 6). Microphone chapter mic mute operation and LED.

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.

LED on mic1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

LED on mic3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product overview item 4: Microphone Mute LED

Sidetone

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026

Yes4Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/40316271228941-What-is-the-difference-between-Nova-7-and-Nova-7-Gen-2Read 30 September 2026Official Gen 2 vs Gen 1 support article: Arctis Companion App controls sidetone and EQ in real time for Gen 2.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model software section explicitly lists adjustable sidetone via G HUB. The White sample is used only for shared-model app capability. Source does not define Bluetooth/USB/console availability of every feature.

Yes4Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/40316271228941-What-is-the-difference-between-Nova-7-and-Nova-7-Gen-2Read 30 September 2026Adjust EQ, sidetone, and more on the fly in the Companion App

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

Not available

No11Reviewnikktech.com/main/articles/peripherals/headsets/16720-steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2-gaming-headset-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact-model microphone close-up shows its uncovered perforated housing. The complete standard maker package inventory supplies no separate foam cover. An internal mesh or built-in acoustic material is not a foam microphone windscreen.

Connectivity

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

USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 202611Maker product pageaudioblog.iis.fraunhofer.com/lc3plus-in-logitech-headsets-delivers-low-latency-wireless-audioRead 8 October 2026Codec designer Fraunhofer IIS identifies the ASTRO A20 X LIGHTSPEED and G522 LIGHTSPEED as LC3plus implementations in its July 16, 2026 primary technology article. This is the named LIGHTSPEED RF audio capability. It does not prove Bluetooth LC3/LC3plus, LE Audio or Auracast. Model firmware and regional SKU are unstated. Generic LC3plus 1.25 ms frame durations and approximately 7 ms implementation examples are not measured or claimed A20 X latency and are excluded from latency fields.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, Analog3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Wireless Setup via USB-C dongle, Bluetooth chapter and wired 3.5 mm connection chapter. USB-C headset port charges only.

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

Not available

3.5 mm TRRS3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Included cable: 5-pole to 4-pole 3.5 mm. The 4-pole end plugs into the device

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

USB-C3Owner's manuallogitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdfRead 8 October 2026

3.5 mm3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Item 11: 3.5 mm Wired Audio Jack on the headset

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

1.8m1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

1.5m3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Longest included cable: USB-C to USB-A charging cable, 1.5 m

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-C2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product Overview USB-C Charging Jack (item 7). Charging chapter uses USB-C to USB-A cable.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact support explicitly lists USB Type-C wired audio, and original AMR guide page 6 shows direct headset USB-to-computer operation with headset power ON. Charge-only sibling assumptions are excluded.

No6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026The USB connection on the headset is only for charging the unit

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.

Not available

Yes8Reviewpcworld.com/article/3014674/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review.htmlRead 30 September 2026The 3.5 mm jack serves as an emergency solution in the event of battery failure

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

Included1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Included3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Package Contents includes USB-C Multi-Platform Dongle, and USB-A adapter.

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-C3Owner's manuallogitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdfRead 8 October 2026Supplied PLAYSYNC base has two USB-C host-input sockets and is cabled with supplied USB-A-to-C leads. It is not a USB-A plug dongle and has no HDMI passthrough.

USB-C1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Compact USB-C Wireless Dongle with a USB-C to USB-A adapter3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Guide page 3: native USB-C multi-platform dongle, USB-C female to USB-A male adapter supplied separately.

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.

30m2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Maker up-to 30 m wireless range. Protocol-specific setup and environmental conditions are not stated. This is not a measured Bluetooth-only maximum.

Not available

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

5.01Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as Bluetooth Support V5.0. PCWorld says Bluetooth 5.3, the maker wins

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

Not available

SBC6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026The only supported Bluetooth codec is the SBC codec

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

Not available

Not available

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

Not available

Not available

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.

No8Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/34148011957783-How-do-I-switch-my-A20-X-headset-between-two-Bluetooth-devicesRead 8 October 2026Exact maker says selecting A20 X on Device 2 disconnects Device 1 before connecting Device 2. Simultaneous Bluetooth hosts are not supported. Multiple pairings are remembered, but maximum saved count is unpublished and omitted. This is separate from two wired base inputs.

Not available

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

Not available

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Paired devices remembered

Not available

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

No7Reviewstreamtechreviews.com/blog/astro-a20-xRead 8 October 2026Actual A20 X owner review explicitly says no simultaneous audio and physical Bluetooth button selects one stream. PLAYSYNC similarly selects one active cabled system. White model sample used for this shared-model capability, firmware/regional SKU unreported. No White scale number or acoustic result copied.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Mix Game and Mobile Audio paragraph: hear both simultaneously, game via USB-C dongle plus music/calls Bluetooth.

Fast pairing

Not available

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Base station

PLAYSYNC Base1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

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Latency

None of 2 known

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

Not available

Not available

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

Not available

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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.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS3Owner's manuallogitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide names Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation/Nintendo and Windows/Mac. Current US maker explicitly adds Switch 2 after firmware update. Launch reporting explicitly names Xbox One/PS4. Exact TechRadar specifies Android/iOS. No SteamOS, Linux or Quest inference.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch 21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Current exact PC product compatibility card says Switch 1/2. The iPhone (USB-C) card explicitly supports USB-C Wireless or BT. Base PC Black/White/Magenta scope is maintained. 7X Xbox licensing and dongle are excluded.3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 3 standard Nova 7 Gen 2 system compatibility. Xbox wireless edition excluded.

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.

ALogitech ASTRO A20 X

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

Source3Owner's manuallogitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdfRead 8 October 2026Base port 2 switch Xbox for Xbox, port 1 PC for Windows/Mac, either port USB for PlayStation/Switch. Switch/Switch 2 use dock USB-A with supplied cable. Switch 2 requires G HUB firmware update. Maker December 3, 2025 release notes document 1.1.2185 compatibility fixes. Guide page 6 directly shows headset Bluetooth and headset USB audio with power ON, independent of base. Bluetooth phone/desktop paths are supported by guide host icons and exact mobile-app compatibility. Generic platform compatibility does not prove outbound microphone cells, which remain omitted. Direct console USB headset audio and Bluetooth Switch paths are unproved.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS5	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS4	2.4 GHz	Not available
macOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	2.4 GHz	Not available
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz	Not available
Nintendo Switch 2	2.4 GHz	Yes
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth	No
Nintendo Switch 2	Bluetooth	No
iOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Current PC product card: Switch 1/2, USB-C Wireless or BT (mic over 2.4 only). Added Switch 2 dongle input with microphone and Bluetooth rows for both Switch generations without microphone. iPhone (USB-C): USB-C Wireless or BT. iOS dongle row applies to USB-C iPhone models only. Existing original-guide dongle rows are preserved. Unstated iOS microphone flags remain absent.3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Setup page: USB-A to PC and PS5/PS4, USB-C to PC, Android, Switch and Mac, all over 2.4 GHz

Official licence

Not available

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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.

1,500mAh2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact A20 X support table states 1500 mAh Li-Po. Support lists headset hardware A00195/A00200, base A00201 and boom AU0002, but does not select which headset hardware code applies to this retail Black unit. Only the retail SKU is promoted to model_numbers. No G522 battery or chemistry transfer.

850mAh3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, Model 653033PN3, Rated Capacity 850 mAh

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

Not available

No7Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-reviewRead 30 September 2026The Nova 7's battery is built in

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

Not available

13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026One installed internal 653033PN3 battery is declared for HS31. No spare battery is supplied in the complete standard PC package. This is not the two-pack hot-swap Nova Pro system.

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.

ALogitech ASTRO A20 X

Lighting	Hours (h)
No	90
Yes	40

Source2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact support: 90 h LED off, 40 h LED on at 78 dB SPL. Current US maker specifies default RGB for the 40-hour claim. Active transport, EQ, voice use, codec, spatial processing and firmware are unstated, so those cells are omitted.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2

Connection	ANC	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	No	54
Bluetooth	No	No	42

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Battery Life technical table: 54 h 2.4 GHz, 42 h Bluetooth, 38 h simultaneous. Last mode cannot be represented by single-connection enum. No ANC or RGB.

Battery life (claimed, max)

90h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

54h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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54h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Charging port

USB-C2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product Overview USB-C Charging Jack (item 7). Charging chapter uses USB-C to USB-A cable.

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

285min2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Exact maker approximate 4 h 45 min from 0 to 100 percent. Recommended USB supply 5 VDC/500 mA is stated separately. No measured timing or quick-charge claim inferred.

Not available

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

Not available

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026USB-C Fast Charge: 15 mins for up to 6 hours play

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

Not available

6h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 202650+ Hour Battery Life feature: 15 minutes charging adds 6 hours. Wireless setting not explicitly scoped.

Use while charging

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Original guide powers headset ON for direct USB audio. Exact review confirms it operates without base by USB-C. SoundGuys corroborates plugged playback after charge depletion. Stored powered USB use, no passive listening or wireless dock assumed.

Yes6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026Connectivity/charging discussion permits using wireless playback while USB-C charges. USB port charging only.

Charging dock or stand

Not available

None3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Standard PC package has no charging dock. The documented charging arrangement uses the headset USB-C jack and cable. No maker-supported dedicated dock or contact charging system was found. Optional generic stands are not represented as a product-specific dock.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Slider6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Review and original guide show physical buttons, volume wheel and power slider. Game/chat control is two rocker buttons. A 3.5 mm microphone jack is not an analog source input.

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026On-Ear Controls: Volume Dial, Chat Mix Dial, Power, Pairing, Bluetooth, Mute

Volume control

Wheel6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Physical wheel adjusts headset volume. Exact independent review notes PC/Android headset volume and Xbox system volume differ.

Wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Product Overview Volume Wheel (item 5). Ordinary headset volume, Chat Mix dial separate.

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.

Buttons4Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker says game/chat levels adjust directly on headset. Exact tested review and US dealer specify PC/Xbox paths. This does not prove separate stream mix on PS5, which reviewer explicitly says unsupported. Base PC/Xbox mode and appropriate host routing are required. Other systems still play audio.

Hardware dial1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Chat Mix dial on Nova 7 and 7X. The page FAQ says the Nova 7P uses the same dial for sidetone instead

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

Not available

Not available

Wear detection

Not available

Not available

Voice assistant

Not available

Not available

Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

Suspension strap3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Item 1: Elastic Headband7Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-reviewRead 30 September 2026Suspended inner headband design

Headband material

Elastic suspension strap5Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985Read 8 October 2026Black review explicitly describes a soft, stretchy suspension band with two adjustment notches. Exact-model Tom's Hardware review calls it an elastic strap. Fibre chemistry and specific weaving construction are unproved.6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model build section explicitly identifies stretchy elastic adjustment strap. Only common model construction claim is used from its White sample, not mass or dimensions.

Stretchable fabric13Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-accessories/arctis-nova-7-gen-2-headbandRead 7 October 2026Maker replacement part specifically fits the Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 family. Material of the elastic suspension strap is stretchable fabric. The separate outer frame remains steel. No unreported fibre composition is guessed.

Frame material

Plastic2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Maker says PCR plastics. Exact own reviews confirm plastic frame/body. Polymer species and hidden metal structure are unproved. PCR content does not mean every frame component is made entirely of recycled polymer.6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model build section explicitly names split plastic headband and all-plastic build. Manufacturer separately says PCR plastics without naming every component or precise polymer.

Steel1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Published as Steel Construction and premium steel construction

Ear cup material

Plastic2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Maker material table says PCR plastics and exact reviewed bodies are plastic. The PCR percentage/material denominator and precise polymer species are not inferred. No claim of 100 percent recycled material.6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model build section explicitly describes angular plastic earcups, consistent with exact Black review and maker materials table. No chemical polymer species or recycled fraction per component inferred.

Plastic6Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review-146278Read 30 September 2026Earcups made of solid-feeling matte plastic

Ear pad material

Woven fabric, memory foam1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 20264Press releaselogitech.com/blog/2025/09/17/introducing-the-a20-x-the-ultimate-console-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker launch explicitly describes lightweight woven fabric for comfort. Exact-model Tom's Hardware review identifies cloth-covered pads. Current exact maker page separately supplies the memory-foam claim. Fabric cover and foam filling are distinct from the plastic earcup housing.6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Maker launch explicitly describes lightweight woven fabric for comfort. Exact-model Tom's Hardware review identifies cloth-covered pads. Current exact maker page separately supplies the memory-foam claim. Fabric cover and foam filling are distinct from the plastic earcup housing.

AirWeave fabric3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Item 2: Airweave Ear Cushions

Replaceable ear pads

Yes7Reviewstreamtechreviews.com/blog/astro-a20-xRead 8 October 2026Exact A20 X reviewer physically removes and holds the complete left pad in original photo. Current maker support locates label under left pad. This establishes removable pads for the model, without inferring attachment method or official replacement-part SKU.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Ear cushions are marked as accessories and replacement parts at steelseries.com/gaming-accessories

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.

Not available

Not available

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

Not available

Not available

Ear tips included

Not available

Not available

Dust and water rating

Not available

Not available

User-replaceable parts

Not available

Elastic Headband, Airweave Ear Cushions, USB-C Multi-Platform Dongle3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Items marked with * as accessories and replacement parts

Software

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Companion app

Logitech G HUB and Logitech G Mobile6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model, no Astro Command Center inherited. Review Bluetooth-base requirement conflicts with genuine current QSG/direct mobile use and is not imported.

SteelSeries GG, Arctis Companion App1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Arctis Companion App for iPhone (iOS 15.6) and Android (Android 9). GG Engine for Windows 8.1+ and Mac OS 10.13+. Sonar needs Windows 10+

App platforms

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/astro-a20-x-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact current maker supports G HUB Windows/macOS and mobile app. Android/iOS app support independently corroborated by exact US B&H listing. G HUB operating-system minimums may change. App support is separate from basic input/output paths.

Windows, macOS, iOS, Android1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Software/Companion App downloads: iOS and Android Arctis Companion App. SteelSeries GG requires Windows/Mac. Sonar Windows only. Mac GG does not imply Mac Sonar.

User firmware updates

Yes9Maker product pagemarketplace.logi.com/releasenotes/ghub/enRead 8 October 2026Exact A20 X user firmware releases are documented in G HUB, including 1.1.2185 Switch 2 and USB/Bluetooth fixes, then 1.2.2555 PlaySync base-switching capability. Ordinary firmware updates are supported. No claim of installed reference version or invented release chronology.

Yes8Reviewpcworld.com/article/3014674/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-gen-2-review.htmlRead 30 September 2026Firmware updates for the headset through SteelSeries GG on PC

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.

290g(10.2 oz)1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Maker body claim 290 g. Cable excluded from body. Detachable microphone inclusion and headband extension are unstated. White reviewer scale numbers are not imported into this Black reference.

325g(11.5 oz)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Box Contents: Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Headset 325 g/0.72 lbs

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.

Width190Height194Depth83mm(7.5 × 7.6 × 3.3 in)2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/33772409605911-Specifications-Logitech-G-A20-XRead 8 October 2026Maker table explicitly labels Headphone height 194 mm, width 190 mm and depth 83 mm. No folded/flat-swivel pose is named. Headband extension and microphone inclusion are unpublished. Receiver 75.2x15.7x36.8 mm is separate and not used. SoundGuys metadata 74x223x298 mm has unclear pose/axes and is excluded.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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ZHK-HS313Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026FCC ID: ZHK-HS31 (Wireless Headset), ZHK-HS31TX (Transceiver)

Other certifications

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CE, RoHS 2.0 (2015/863/EU), RED (2014/53/EU), REACH (EC) 1907/2006, UKCA14Regulatory filingsupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/41247789928077Read 7 October 2026Maker support page labels this attachment CE DOC_ARCTIS NOVA 7 (GEN 2).pdf. It identifies HS31 headset and HS31TX/HS31TXX transceivers and declares the listed EU programs. UKCA is established by the separately cited Gen 2 UK declaration. These are conformity declarations, not Hi-Res or voice-app certification.15Regulatory filingsupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/41247891469709Read 7 October 2026UK Declaration of Conformity explicitly names Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2, 7P Gen 2 and 7X Gen 2, models HS31/HS31TX/HS31TXX. It declares UK EMC, safety, radio and hazardous-substance regulations. Issued 2 July 2025.

In the box

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In the box

Black A20 X LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset, Detachable boom microphone, PLAYSYNC Base, Two 1.8 m USB-C to USB-A cables, User documentation1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026Current exact maker text and Black in-the-box studio image show headset with installed strap, microphone, base and two A-C cables. A launch report lists an additional strap, which the current maker inventory does not confirm. No second strap or adapter is inferred.

Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 Headset, USB-C Multi-Platform Dongle, USB-C Female to USB-A Male Dongle Adapter, USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m), 5-pole to 4-pole 3.5 mm Cable (3.3 ft / 1 m)3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Package contents. The product page lists only four items and leaves out the 3.5 mm cable. The guide wins

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

ALogitech ASTRO A20 X

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A data/power cable	1.8	2

Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable	1.5	1
5-pole to 4-pole 3.5 mm Cable	1	1

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Package Contents: USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable 5 ft/1.5 m, 5-pole to 4-pole 3.5 mm Cable 3.3 ft/1 m. One each. Dongle adapter is listed separately.

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

None10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1914818-REG/logitech_g_939_002242_a20_x_wireless_gaming.htmlRead 8 October 2026Current maker complete text/in-the-box photo and US dealer package inventory contain no case or pouch. Retail carton and PLAYSYNC base are not carrying cases. Misconfigured retailer rows on wireless charging, base USB-A and no wired audio are ignored in favor of direct maker guide.

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Product page

www.logitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-0022421Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Product title Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2. Standard 7, not 7P/7X models.

Spec sheet

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steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7-gen-2Read 7 October 2026Online maker technical specification sheet for the standard PC edition 61730. Public rendered-page payload supplies the complete labelled technical tables. This is not the different 7P or 7X page.

Manual

www.logitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdf3Owner's manuallogitech.com/content/dam/support/g-audio/astro-a20-x/astro-a20-x-setup-guide-amr.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker-hosted 19-page Americas setup guide. English pages 3-6 read as text and visually inspected. No Gen 2 guide or automatic third-party conversion used.

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdfRead 7 October 2026Gen 2 product page links PIG_Arctis_Nova_7_WL.pdf, complete guide with regulatory model HS31. First generation manual family filename alone is not proof. Current maker link resolves identity.

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.

2years1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/astro-a20-x.939-002242Read 8 October 2026

2years5Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/221391568-Warranty-Policy-What-does-my-warranty-cover-and-how-long-does-it-lastRead 30 September 2026EU: 2-year minimum. North America and APAC: at least 1 year

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