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General

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Series

OpenRun1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Maker lists OpenRun beside OpenRun Pro 2 and OpenMove in its sports headphone range.

Arctis Nova1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Product family Arctis Nova

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

S803, S803-ST-BK-US, S803-ST-GY-US, S803-ST-BL-US, S803-ST-RD-US, S803-ST-PR-US-3262Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrun.jsRead 23 October 2026US store variant list. The Standard magnetic SKUs S803-ST-BK-US, -GY-US, -BL-US, -RD-US and -PR-US-326 are stored. The Mini S803-MN, and the USB-C editions S805 and S806, are left out because charging port and band size differ.

61520, 61524, 61521, HS252Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker product data in the 2025-03-31 snapshot: SKU 61520 Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for PC & PlayStation (black) and SKU 61524 (white). The maker has since removed this page. Its current store lists new SKUs 61529 and 61530 with a smaller bundle, which are not stored because cables included is not a per-variant field.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: SKU 61521 Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox & PC.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Regulatory: headset model HS25, transceiver HS25TX is excluded. Back cover shows 61520.

GTIN / EAN

850033806182, 850033806229, 850033806212, 850033806199, 8101606668512Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrun.jsRead 23 October 2026Variant barcodes from the store feed for each stored SKU.

813682027599, 810052987743, 8136820276052Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: gtin12 813682027599 for 61520 and 810052987743 for 61524.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: gtin12 813682027605 for 61521.

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

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24 May 20225Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Press release dated Chicago, May 24, 2022.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026Article dated 2022-05-24.

Status

Available1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026US store variants of the Standard magnetic edition are in stock. The Mini and the USB-C editions S805 and S806 are not stored.

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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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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni11Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar calls the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless the predecessor of the Arctis Nova Pro Omni.

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

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$349.994Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker store listed 349.99 USD for 61521. This matches the 2022 launch MSRP.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Arctis Nova Pro Wireless MSRP $349.99 (NA). The Xbox and PlayStation editions have the same MSRP. US prices exclude sales tax.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026The Nova Pro Wireless will sit at $349.99.

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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€379.993Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Maker EU store on launch day 2022-05-24 priced the headset at 379,99 EUR with tax as published for consumers.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Arctis Nova Pro Wireless MSRP 379.99 EUR (EMEA) as published for consumers.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026The Nova Pro Wireless will sit at 379.99 EUR.

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

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Grey, Blue, Red, Purple2Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrun.jsRead 23 October 2026Black, Grey, Blue, Red and Purple, as named in the store feed.

Black, White2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Black (61520) and White (61524).

Segment

Sport1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Maker sells it as sports headphones.

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category.

Design

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Form factor

Open-ear1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Open-ear design powered by bone conduction. Maker calls the fit open-ear.

Over-ear1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Page data lists headphone style Over Ear.8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Over-ear wear described in the review.

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

Open7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/shokz/openrun-bone-conductionRead 23 October 2026Public summary row: Enclosure Open-Back. Bone conduction headphones with an unsealed fit. Test result cells are members only and are not used.

Closed8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box: Type Closed back.

Wearing style

Neckband3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide: bring the headphones behind the back of the base of the neck. The transducers rest in front of the ears.

Headband6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset with an elastic headband and ear cushions worn over the ears.

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

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

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Yes3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Height-adjustable rotating earcups, flexible suspension band and pivoting hangers.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ComfortMAX System: height-adjustable, rotating ear cups, a flexible tension band, pivoting hangers.

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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

Bone conduction1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Compare table: 8th Generation Bone Conduction Technology with PremiumPitch 2.0+.

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

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40mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Specification table: Neodymium Drivers 40 mm.

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

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

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Neodymium1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Specification table: 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 kHz4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Frequency Response 20Hz~20KHz. No test standard given. UK page, which lists a USB-C charging cable. Other values on it match the US page.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response (Wired) 10-40,000 Hz. The table also gives Wireless 10-22,000 Hz. The maker gives no codec or sample rate for that figure, so it is not stored as a transmission band.

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.

8.5Ω5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/shokz-openrun-wireless-bone-conduction-open-ear-bluetooth-endurance-headphones-red/J3R8WS6R5VRead 23 October 2026Spec list for S803-ST-RD-US: Impedance 8.5 ohms. Shokz Spain's refurbished-unit page also lists 8.5 with a mistyped unit. Best Buy also lists 1 connected device, which the user guide contradicts.

38Ω1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Impedance 38 Ohm. Power state is not stated.

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.

105dB4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Sensitivity 105 ± 3dB. No reference level given, so no sensitivity reference is stored.

93dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Sensitivity 93 dBSPL. No power or voltage reference is stated, so none is stored.

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-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion < 1%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.

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

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106Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio options: presets or fully adjustable 10-band EQ on the base station.

EQ presets

Standard, Vocal Booster3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide lists Standard Mode and Vocal Booster Mode. Switch by holding both volume buttons during playback.

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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.

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SteelSeries Sonar Virtual Surround Sound, Tempest 3D AudioTech, Microsoft Spatial Sound2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026360 degree spatial audio with free Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows. Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Fully compatible with Tempest 3D audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.

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

No7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/shokz/openrun-bone-conductionRead 23 October 2026Public summary row: Noise Cancelling No.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: 4-mic hybrid design with Transparency Mode.

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

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Hybrid1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 20264-mic hybrid design.

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

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41Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 20264-mic hybrid design. The 2022 press release adds mics inside the earcups that balance the audio.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Advanced 4-mic hybrid system removes outside sounds, while mics inside the earcups balance the audio. Stored as 4 per the product page.

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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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Transparency Mode with adjustable hear-through levels.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Transparency Mode with adjustable hear-through levels.

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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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

SoundGuys recorded a non-standardised microphone demonstration. Speech is acceptable in a quiet room, and the mic passes a lot of background noise on a windy day.6Reviewsoundguys.com/shokz-openrun-review-71111Read 23 October 2026Review of 27 August 2024. Non-standardised microphone demo. Also notes SBC only, multipoint, 160 mAh battery, and no app support for this model. Its stated 31 August 2021 release date is not used.

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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.

Built-in4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Microphone Type Dual noise-canceling mic. The mics are in the headset body. There is no boom or in-line remote.

Retractable boom1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Type: ClearCast Gen 2 - Fully 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.

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Bidirectional1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Polar Pattern: Bidirectional Noise-Canceling.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ClearCast Gen2 uses a bidirectional microphone design.

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

24Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Microphone Type Dual noise-canceling mic. Two microphones.

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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.

24Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Dual mics. No other microphones are listed.

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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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Min100Max6,500Hz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

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

-38dB4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Microphone Sensitivity -38dB ± 3dB. Reference not stated.

-38dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pa.

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.

DSP4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Page says dual mics and a CVC algorithm separate the voice from background noise. CVC is a DSP algorithm.

AI2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026AI Noise Cancelling. The 2022 page says the mic works with Sonar software AI algorithms for Windows 10 and 11.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026AI-powered noise cancelling microphone. Sonar silences background noise.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 6: Microphone Mute Button.

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

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Sidetone

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Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio options: SIDETONE selects the amount of your own voice in the headphones.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

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Connectivity

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

Bluetooth1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Wireless Bluetooth headphones. The magnetic port only charges.

Analog, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset has 2.4 G wireless to the base station, Bluetooth and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

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

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3.5 mm TRRS6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Accessories list a 4-pole 3.5 mm audio cable. The headset has a 3.5 mm audio jack.

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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3.5 mm6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 4: 3.5 mm audio jack.

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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1.5m2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content: 2x USB-C to USB-A Cable (5 ft / 1.5m) is the longest cable. The audio cable is 4 ft / 1.2m.

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.

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USB-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 8: Mobile Charging Jack below the left speaker plate. The USB-C to USB-A cable charges the headset. Charging only.

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

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

None1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026No receiver or dongle in the box.

Included6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026The Wireless Base Station plugs into the PC or console and links to the headset. It is in the box.

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-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026The base station has USB 1 and USB 2 jacks. Cables are USB-C to USB-A, so the base station side is USB-C.

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.

10m4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Wireless Range 33 ft (10m).

12m1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Wireless Range 40 ft / 12m (2.4 GHz). Stored as 12 m.

Bluetooth

5.11Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026FAQ: OpenRun features Bluetooth v5.1.

5.01Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth Wireless v 5.0

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

SBC4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Compatible Codecs SBC.

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

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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.

Yes3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide has a multipoint pairing procedure for two devices.

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

23Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Pair Two Devices. The guide connects the headphones to two devices at once.

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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.

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Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Dual Connection: Simultaneous 2.4 Ghz & BT.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Wireless Base Station6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wireless Base Station with OLED screen.

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.

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026FAQ: compatible with iPhone and Android, and with PC and Mac computers that have Bluetooth.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, SteamOS, Android, iOS, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Compatibility lists PC, PS5 Pro, PS5, PS4, PS4 Pro, handheld and Switch (USB or via Bluetooth), Steam Deck and ROG Ally, mobile (Bluetooth) and Mac. The Xbox edition adds Xbox through the dedicated Xbox port. SteamOS is stored for the Steam Deck.7Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_x_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Xbox edition guide: Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 5 and 4, Switch (TV mode), mobile with USB-C.

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.

AShokz OpenRun

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth
macOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth to phones and Bluetooth-capable PC and Mac per the FAQ.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026PC, PlayStation and Mac use the USB base station connection. Mobile uses Bluetooth. Switch lists USB or Bluetooth and the manual says TV mode, so USB is stored.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Connect the base station USB 1 jack to PC, PlayStation 4 or 5, Switch (TV mode) or Mac. Mobile uses USB-C or Bluetooth.

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.

160mAh4Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Full specs: Battery Capacity 160 mAh. Matches the Australian page, SoundGuys and Best Buy. Shokz Spain's refurbished-unit page lists 145 mAh and 2 hours charge time, which are not used.

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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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Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remove the right-side speaker plate then push the swappable battery out.

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

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21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Number of Batteries: 26Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

AShokz OpenRun

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	SBC	8

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 20268 hours. Maker footnotes give the test as continuous playback after a full charge on an iPhone with iOS 14 at 75 to 80 percent volume and the standard EQ mode. One footnote names ACC encoded audio and the other a Hi-Res WAV file. OpenRun supports only SBC over Bluetooth, so SBC is stored as the link codec. Real use varies.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	22

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker page: 22 hours per battery. On-the-go line: 44 hours on 2.4GHz Quantum 2.0 wireless with both batteries, and 36 hours on 2.4GHz plus Bluetooth (18-22 hours per battery). Only the single-battery 2.4GHz figure is stored because the 44 hour figure needs both batteries and the mixed row does not fit one connection. ANC state is not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

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USB-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mobile Charging Jack under the left removable speaker plate, used with the USB-C to USB-A cable.

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

90min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Compare table: Charge Time 1.5 Hours. Stored as 90 minutes. Maker states no starting percentage.

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

10min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 202610-minute Quick Charge for up to 1.5 hours of battery life.

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Fast Charge: 15 mins for 3 hours play.2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026USB-C Fast Charge gets you 3 hours use after just 15 minutes.

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

1.5h1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Same footnote and test conditions as the 8 hour claim.

3h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Fast Charge: 15 mins for 3 hours play. Connection and charger power are not stated.

Use while charging

No3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide: the headset will automatically shut down when charging.

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Charging dock or stand

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Included2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026The Wireless Base Station has a slot that charges the spare battery.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Base station battery charging slot charges the second battery.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Power/Volume +, Volume - and multifunction buttons.

Buttons, Volume wheel6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Volume/Control Wheel, power button, microphone mute button, Bluetooth button.

Volume control

Buttons3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Volume + and Volume - buttons.

Wheel6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 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.

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Hardware dial2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026ChatMix through the Wireless Base Station. The headset control wheel adjusts it. The PC requirement is Sonar on Windows 10 and above.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Home screen: press the headset or base station wheel to toggle between Volume and ChatMix (PC only, requires software install).

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

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

Paired device voice assistant3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026Press and hold the multifunction button for 2 seconds on standby to activate the voice assistant of the paired device.

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

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Suspension strap3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Flexible suspension band.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 3: Elastic Headband.

Headband material

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Frame material

Nickel-titanium alloy with silicone1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Compare table: Silicone, Plastic, Nickel-titanium alloy. The UK page says full titanium. The US materials list names silicone headband and ear hooks.

PVD-coated steel band5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ComfortMAX System: premium PVD-coated steel band.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

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Premium leatherette6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Premium Leatherette Ear Cushions.

Replaceable ear pads

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Yes2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker store sells Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Ear Cushions Leatherette.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Premium Leatherette Ear Cushions are marked as a part with replacements available.

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

IP671Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026IP67 Waterproof, not for swimming.

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User-replaceable parts

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Ear cushions, Removable speaker plates, Lithium-ion batteries6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Ear cushions and removable speaker plates are marked replaceable. The battery is swappable by the user.

Software

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Companion app

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SteelSeries GG (Engine and Sonar)6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Engine inside SteelSeries GG sets equalizer and mic. GG also includes Sonar.

App platforms

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Windows, macOS1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Software requirements: GG + Engine on Windows 8.1 and above and Mac OS 10.13 and above.

User firmware updates

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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.

26.4g(0.9 oz)1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Compare table on the US page: 26.4 g for the Standard size. The UK and Australian pages round to 26 g. Mini size not stored.

338g(11.9 oz)8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box: Weight 12oz (338g). The maker publishes no weight. Pocket-lint lists 337 g. Retailer pages list 426 g and 516 g, which look like shipping weights, and are not used. Cable and battery inclusion are not stated.9Reviewpocket-lint.com/headphones/reviews/162790-steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review lists Weighs 337g, within 1 g of the PC Gamer figure.

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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Hi-Res Audio1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026High-Res Audio Capable: Yes (Headphone Speakers). Stored as Hi-Res Audio only, not Hi-Res Audio Wireless.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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ZHK-HS256Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Regulatory: FCC ID ZHK-HS25 (Wireless Headset), ZHK-HS25TX (Transceiver). The transceiver is excluded.7Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_x_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Xbox edition guide lists the same headset FCC ID ZHK-HS25.

Other certifications

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TCO Certified1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Sustainability: TCO Certified Yes.

In the box

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In the box

OpenRun headphones, Carrying bag, Magnetic charging cable, User guide, Legal statement1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Magnetic edition list: OpenRun headphones, carrying bag and magnetic charging cable. The user guide adds the guide and the legal statement.

Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Headset, Wireless Base Station, Second Battery, USB-C to USB-A Cable (×2), 3.5 mm Audio Cable, Microphone Pop Filter, Product Information Guide2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content matches the manual list.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 3 package contents: headset, base station, second battery, USB-C to USB-A cable x2, 3.5 mm audio cable, microphone pop filter, product information guide.

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

AShokz OpenRun

Type	Count
Magnetic charging cable	1

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Magnetic charging cable. The cable length is not stated.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A	1.5	2
3.5 mm audio cable, 5 pole to 4 pole	1.2	1

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content: 2x USB-C to USB-A Cable (5 ft / 1.5m), 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio Cable - 5 pole to 4 pole (4 ft / 1.2m).

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

Soft1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Carrying bag. SoundGuys calls it a drawstring pouch.

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Links

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Product page

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steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

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steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Manual

userguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdf3Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20240415/b94bc6da14987b098610a617f4b66775.pdfRead 23 October 2026English user guide for S803, PDF dated February 2024.

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdf6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

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Warranty

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

2years1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openrunRead 23 October 2026Two-year warranty with purchases from Shokz.com in the US.

1year1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026US store product data: SteelSeries Limited Warranty, duration 12 months. This is the US market. Other markets can differ.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.