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General

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Series

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Arctis Nova1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

TLL-000206Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Distributor catalog lists manufacturer part TLL-00020 for Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset with Bluetooth 5.3 and 20 hour run time, matching the 2024 hardware.

61670, 61673, HS421Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Selected PC Black 61670. Exact current PS Black 61673 shares published acoustic, microphone, runtime, software and bundle tables and the official Nova 5/5P guide/HS42 hardware. Nova 5X 61676/HS43 is separate and excluded.2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Own selected maker page identifies PS Black 61673, marketed Nova 5P. Labelled driver/mic/runtime/software tables match PC 61670. Both include a compact USB-C dongle, charging cable 1.5 m, extension cable 1.5 m and guide. No Xbox switch or ChatMix dial. Black 5P has blue-pattern accents on strap, PC Black has dark pattern.

GTIN / EAN

1963881358516Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog gives UPC 0196388135851, stored as the 12-digit UPC 196388135851. Black US model.

5707119053228, 810052984889, 5707119053242, 8100529848961Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Exact maker selected PC data: EAN 5707119053228, UPC 810052984889. PS 61673 EAN 5707119053242, UPC 810052984896 from its own selected page. Not copied between editions.2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Own PS 61673 EAN 5707119053242 and UPC 810052984896. Common model list collects verified PC/P configurations, not Xbox.

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

22 October 20242Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Announced and released the same day.

14 May 20247Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026Primary May 14, 2024 announcement. Footer May 13 publication metadata differs from actual dated launch text.

Status

Available1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker page shows Add to Cart and a Find a retailer link on the access date.

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 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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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.

$109.992Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Priced at 109.99 USD ERP. US price excluding tax. The earlier headset launched at 99.99 USD.

$129.997Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026Launch explicitly all Nova 5/5X/5P North America USD 129.99. Current 149.99 price is not launch MSRP.

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.

€109.993Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch article gives 109.99 EUR. The country is not named and VAT treatment is not stated.

€139.997Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026Exact all 5/5X/5P EMEA EUR 139.99 launch. Region-wide figure, tax treatment unspecified.

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

US, GB, EU3Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch prices listed for the US (USD), the euro area (EUR) and the UK (GBP). Pure Xbox confirms the headset live on the US and UK stores on launch day.

US7Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026US launch publisher and North America USD availability. No exhaustive country-list claim.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Maker describes a sleek, all-black design and removes the green accents of the 2021 headset.

Black, White1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Current normal PC/P finishes and official September 2024 white release. Reference pairs here are Black only.8Press releasesteelseries.com/press/147-steelseries-introduces-the-white-arctis-nova-5-series-of-headsetsRead 8 October 2026White added September 17, 2024 to 5/5P/5X. Finish addition does not replace original May release. Only Black PC/P variants added here.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Sold on xbox.com in the gaming headsets section and described as a headset for gaming sessions.

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear6Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog lists headphone form factor full size. Windows Central describes leatherette ear cups with a tight fit for larger heads. No source uses the word over-ear.7Retailer pagetecisoft.com/products/microsoft-xbox-wireless-headset-blackRead 20 October 2026US reseller listing for SKU TLL-00020 calls it a premium over-the-ear gaming headset with cushioned earcups.

Over-ear10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-5-wireless-5-5p-5xRead 8 October 2026Exact family over-ear design and public platform-variant comparison. 5 and 5P both PC/PS, no second roller. 5X adds Xbox and ChatMix.

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

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Closed10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-5-wireless-5-5p-5xRead 8 October 2026Public exact family description closed-back. Incorrect PCGamesN open-back descriptions excluded. Measured sample is Black 5X. Its numeric measurements are not transferred to reference PC/P.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Adjustable headband with earcups per the page.

Headband3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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Flat11Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact 5P review says cups fold flat. Supported by common 5/5P mechanism and own PC review rotating hinges. No inward collapse. Under 2 h charging and 76% after 10 h are reviewer observations, not maker full-charge claim or continuous battery test.13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Construction explicitly flat-folding cups, no inward collapse.

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

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Yes9Reviewigorslab.de/en/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-wirereless-im-test/2Read 8 October 2026Own standard PC review describes reliable rotating cup hinges. Not an inward fold.

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

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

40mm1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: speaker size 40mm.

40mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

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Diaphragm material

Paper composite1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: paper composite diaphragm.

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: neodymium magnet.

Neodymium1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 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 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 20Hz - 20kHz. No test standard or power state given.

Min20 HzMax22 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Single maker published headphone response range. No passive-wired or A2DP bandwidth claim.

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.

32Ω1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 32 ohm.

36Ω1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Published headphone 36 ohms. This wireless-only device has no passive analog impedance or operating mode.

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.

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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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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-5Read 8 October 2026Maker less than 1% upper bound, test level not stated. Stored bound 1, not measured THD.

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.

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

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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.

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Two distinct saved headset profiles for dongle and Bluetooth, automatically selected by active connection. Setup through supported app. Sonar host-only parametric processing is separate.14Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/26711928075149-How-do-I-create-a-custom-equalizer-preset-in-the-Arctis-Companion-AppRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly saves custom Engine EQ to connected Nova 5 headset, then imports it into Arctis Companion App. PC must stay connected with GG running during creation. Sonar processing is not saved as a headset preset.

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

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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.

Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone:X1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Spatial Sound technologies like Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. DTS Headphone:X may need additional purchases, app downloads and supported hardware.

SteelSeries Sonar Spatial Audio15Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact PC software section explicitly names Spatial Audio in Sonar. Windows 10+ Sonar host processing, not a bundled Dolby/DTS licence or head-tracked hardware mode. Common PC/P maker software requirements match.

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

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says Dolby Atmos is available at no extra cost with the headset. The DTS licence is not included.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review of the 2024 revision says there is no kind of noise cancelling, and that the headset blocks outside sound only passively. The maker spec list names no active noise cancelling. Best Buy's Noise Cancelling (Active) label is read as the microphone's voice isolation.

No9Reviewigorslab.de/en/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-wirereless-im-test/2Read 8 October 2026Own PC review explicitly lacks ANC, separate from Sonar microphone suppression.

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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No13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly no environmental listening. Sidetone is separate.

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

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The exact PC test shows a bass shelf above recessed mids and uneven upper frequencies. No graph-picked peak is stored as a band-average deviation.13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own lab-response discussion, Bluetooth/dongle mode and rig not explicitly assigned to each 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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The exact PC review found natural speech with good rejection of keyboard/background noise, but strong sensitivity to breath and sibilants.13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own vocal capture assessment. Test sample/settings above. No numerical acoustic extension inferred.

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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	48
Bluetooth	No	57.5

Source13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own actual PC runtime 48 h at 2.4 GHz and 57 h 30 min Bluetooth. Headset/dongle firmware 1.2, app 1.1.0, GG 65.0.0. Volume, EQ, exact source host and test cutoff unstated. ANC absent by hardware. Lighting omitted. No SG/RTINGS 5X measurement transfer.

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

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57.5h=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.

Fixed boom1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design: bendable boom with dual mics. Windows Central says the boom cannot be detached or retracted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the mic boom cannot be detached and is not retractable, so it is stored as a fixed boom. The boom is bendable per the maker.

Retractable boom1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 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.

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Bidirectional1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

21Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker states a bendable boom with dual mics. Thurrott says the boom is slightly longer than the 2021 headset.

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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.

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Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

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-38dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Explicit -38 dBV/Pa. Frequency and measurement distance 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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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

DSP1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Enhanced auto-mute and voice isolation that reduce background noise for crystal-clear chat. The page does not say how it works. The Xbox Wire post names no AI or DSP either. Stored as dsp because it is processing, and Windows Central says it is not an AI feature8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the reviewer would have liked AI-powered active noise suppression instead of the auto-mute, so the mic processing is not AI. Auto-mute detects significant background noise and mutes the mic

AI1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026AI suppression through Sonar on PC, requires Windows 10+. Not standalone headset AI on every platform.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Controls row lists a mute button. Thurrott places it at the bottom of the mic boom on the left side.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: one button on the left earcup at the bottom of the mic boom turns the mic on and off.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.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.

LED on mic1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design row names an illuminated LED on the mic. Windows Central says the LED on the mic shows when the mic is muted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: an LED on the mic itself shows when the mic is actively muted. The maker spec text says the LED is illuminated when the mic is on. Both place the LED on the mic.

LED on mic3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sidetone

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Accessories app row lists mic monitoring. Thurrott describes it as how much of your mic audio you hear in the headset.

Yes6Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/34059556937229-How-to-manage-Sidetone-on-your-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker Engine procedure specifically selects Nova 5 Wireless and identifies MIC SIDETONE.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Thurrott: mic monitoring has three settings in the Xbox Accessories app. Windows Central says its volume is adjustable.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: mic monitoring controls how much of your mic audio you hear, with 3 sensitivity settings in the Xbox Accessories app.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: onboard mic monitoring with adjustable volume in the Xbox Accessories app.

Yes6Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/34059556937229-How-to-manage-Sidetone-on-your-headsetRead 8 October 2026Off and level 1 shown. Save setting in Engine. No physical 5P sidetone wheel inferred.

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

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No13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact microphone section explicitly notes no foam windscreen, explaining breath sensitivity.

Connectivity

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

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Headset pairs directly to Xbox consoles over Xbox Wireless, a 2.4 GHz radio, with no dongle. Bluetooth 5.3 serves PC and mobile devices.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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.

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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/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Both complete supplied cable list entries are maker approximate 1.5 m. Longest supplied cable is therefore 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-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.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.

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No9Reviewigorslab.de/en/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-wirereless-im-test/2Read 8 October 2026Own exact PC review says USB-C is charging-only and no conventional wired connection.

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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No9Reviewigorslab.de/en/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-wirereless-im-test/2Read 8 October 2026Own PC review explicitly no wired fallback when battery empty. No physical analog port.

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

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Direct pairing to the console. No dongle or base station is in the box. The discontinued Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows is a separate accessory.

Included3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.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.

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USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Included receiver native USB-C. Supplied 1.5 m USB-A extension does not turn it into a dual-native-connector dongle.

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

5.31Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth version row: 5.3 (A2DP, HFP, HSP).

5.31Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

SBC1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Codec row: SBC.

SBC13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact PC test states SBC-only at tested FW 1.2. AAC on a generic aggregator is not adopted. No later maker codec addition found.

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

Yes5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2025/12/16/xbox-december-2025-update-mobile-app-updates-audio-supportRead 20 October 2026December 2025 firmware update for the latest Xbox Wireless Headset (October 2024 model) adds LE Audio support via the Xbox Accessories app. Needs a Windows 11 device with Bluetooth LE Audio. The post names no codec and does not mention Auracast. Launch firmware did not have it.

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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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No13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact PC Bluetooth assessment explicitly no Bluetooth multipoint. Dual dongle/phone standby is separate.

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

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says you can pair to your phone and console simultaneously to chat with a friend on your phone while playing on your console.

No5Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/26421990637069-How-does-Quick-Switch-on-Nova-5-workRead 8 October 2026Exact family support: one audio connection active at a time, other remains standby. The generic table heading Simultaneous Wireless is not evidence of mixing.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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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.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026System requirements: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and mobile devices with Bluetooth. Android and iOS are the Bluetooth mobile platforms. Xbox 360 and PlayStation are not named.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, Meta Quest, Other3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz	Yes
Xbox One	2.4 GHz	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Console rows use Xbox Wireless. Windows 10/11 needs Bluetooth 4.2+ or a compatible USB-C cable per the page. Only the Bluetooth path is stored for Windows. The page says Bluetooth is for music or chat on PC and mobile.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

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

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide printed pp 6-7 proves PC/Mac/PS4/PS5 dongle playback. Its PS5 settings cover output/volume only. PS5 voice is separately proved by exact 5P Tom's Guide co-op test using the headset mic, with verified common 5/5P hardware. Windows/Mac/PS4 microphone flags remain omitted because platform-and-route voice proof was not located. Current maker mobile row covers USB-C devices only. Quest 2 USB-C wireless/Bluetooth explicitly audio-only. Chromebook is the Other row. Bluetooth phone controls and supported app hosts cover Android/iOS calls.16Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact 5P own PS5 co-op Baldur's Gate 3 test explicitly replaces DualSense microphone with ClearCast headset voice through dongle, proving PS5 microphone row. Compatible 5/P hardware is separately established by maker matching tables/shared guide plus independent LesNum equivalence. No untested PS4/Mac/Windows microphone flag inferred.

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.

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

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No13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly non-removable battery, not absence of a repair guide.

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

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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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
20

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Up to 20 hours per charge. Maker note: tested by Microsoft on pre-production units and varies with distance from the console, accessories and usage. No connection or setting is stated.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	50
Bluetooth	60

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Maker maxima 50 h at 2.4 GHz and 60 h Bluetooth. Volume, codec and test firmware unspecified. No simultaneous playback row.

Battery life (claimed, max)

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

60h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

180min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Recharges to full in about 3 hours when the headset is not in use. Stored as 180 min.

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

30min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 202630 minutes of charging provides about 4 hours of battery life.

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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

4h1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026About 4 hours from a 30 minute charge. Charger and volume not stated.

6h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 202615-minute USB-C charge gives 6 h claimed playback. Mode, volume, codec and adapter unspecified. Review 5 h experience does not replace maker claim.

Use while charging

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review says the USB-C port on the right earcup is positioned so it is not obtrusive when you use the headset while it charges.

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Buttons: power/pair, mute, game/chat balance dial on the left earcup, volume dial on the right earcup.

Buttons, Volume wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Volume dial on the right earcup.

Wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.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 dial1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Game/chat balance dial on the left earcup.

Software1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026PC Windows 10+ via GG/Sonar software. No physical ChatMix dial on 5 or 5P. No Mac or PlayStation ChatMix. Xbox 5X dial not inherited.

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

Yes10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Accessories app footnote: swap mix and volume dials with the XBOX Accessories App. Only the two dials can be swapped. No other button is remappable per this page

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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

Padded1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band with foam cushioning.

Suspension strap3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Headband material

Inner steel metal band with foam cushioning1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: Headband inner steel metal band with foam cushioning. LG's retailer spec sheet lists Foam, Steel

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Frame material

Steel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band.

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Ear cup material

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Plastic9Reviewigorslab.de/en/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-wirereless-im-test/2Read 8 October 2026

Ear pad material

Polyurethane leather over foam1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: oval ear cushions with polyurethane leather and foam cushioning.

AirWeave fabric3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the leatherette material on the earcups can be removed for cleaning9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the faux leather earcups can also be taken off and replaced

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Ear cushions4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: earcup leatherette is removable. Press Start says the earcups can be taken off and replaced. No source says the maker sells replacement cushions9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: earcups can be taken off and replaced

Ear cushions, Elastic headband, USB-C wireless dongle, USB cables3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact guide marks listed accessories/replacement parts. Receiver re-pairing is documented. Does not imply a user-swappable battery or removable speaker plates.

Software

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Companion app

Xbox Accessories app1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Xbox Accessories app adjusts equalizer, bass boost, auto-mute, LED brightness and mic monitoring.

SteelSeries GG / Arctis Companion App1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

App platforms

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Footnote: audio customization via the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Current selected tables: Engine Windows 8.1+/macOS 10.13+, Sonar Windows 10+, mobile iOS 15.6+/Android 9+. Current operating-system availability may require updates.

User firmware updates

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox or PC is where you check for new firmware updates.

Yes13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Engine software section explicitly installs headset firmware updates.

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.

320g(11.3 oz)1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Weight row: 11 oz (320g). Cable not applicable since none is in the box.

265g(9.3 oz)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Maker approximate 265 g headset, not independently weighed. No ambiguous 703 g review metadata or unlabelled 263.2 g assigned as a measurement.

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

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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ZHK-HS423Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide exact HS42 headset, separate HS42TX receiver FCC ZHK-HS42TX. No HS43 identifier borrowed.

Other certifications

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ISED9638A-HS42, KoreaR-R-SS4-HS423Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide exact headset IDs. Receiver IDs remain separate in notes.

In the box

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In the box

Xbox Wireless Headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. Thurrott and Press Start say no USB cable is included. Windows Central says a charge cable is included, which the maker page does not list.

Wireless headset, Compact USB-C wireless dongle, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, USB-A to USB-C dongle extension cable, Product Information Guide3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Equivalent 5/P component bundle. Only the headset marketed-name label differs. The generic component name avoids assigning PC-name hardware to P. No carrying case/AC adapter listed, no optional accessory counted.

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

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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BSteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C charging cable	1.5	1
USB-A to USB-C dongle extension cable	1.5	1

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. No case or pouch

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Links

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Product page

www.xbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-51Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.microsoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhn10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Microsoft Store UK tech specs tab for the XBOX Wireless Headset. Lists system requirements, Accessories app, virtual surround, battery 20 hours, weight 320 g and warranty

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-51Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Full current maker labelled online specifications, read from published page-rendered data for selected PC 61670. Generic On-Ear Controls row RGB on/off conflicts actual model guides and is excluded. No sensitivity electrical reference, pack capacity or exact full-charge time published. ClearCast chipset/ADC 32 kHz 16 bit capability does not establish transmitted USB/dongle voice rate, omitted. Reviews describe mainly plastic construction versus ABS/metal chassis without proving specific frame composition, so frame material omitted.

Manual

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downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original 27-PDF-page guide, metadata April 26, 2024. Printed pp 3-13 setup/control and pp 40+ regulatory. Exact support page explicitly maps it to both 5/5P. Incidental Engine screenshot labelled 5X is not used for headset/dongle controls.4Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/37385710407053-Arctis-Nova-5-5P-User-Manual-and-Product-Information-GuideRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly calls the common document Nova 5/5P User Manual and Product Information Guide. Both use the same controls, setup and HS42/HS42TX regulatory hardware.

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.

1year10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Tech specs: 1-year limited warranty. Microsoft's Limited Warranty is in addition to consumer law rights. UK store page

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