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General

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Series

Arctis Nova2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Maker page data names the family Arctis Nova and the master product Arctis Nova 3.

Stealth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Stealth family. The press release calls it an expansion of the Stealth series.

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

61631, HS-000242Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Structured data gives SKU 61631 for the black wired model. HS-00024 is the regulatory model number from the product guide.3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Regulatory page prints Model No. HS-00024.

TBS-2103-05, TBS-2103-95, TBS-3103-05, TBS-3103-95, TBS-5104-051Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Store SKUs TBS-2103-05 and TBS-2103-95 (Xbox), TBS-3103-05 and TBS-3103-95 (PlayStation), TBS-5104-05 (PC). The Nintendo Switch 2 edition has its own USB-C transmitter and is not stored.

GTIN / EAN

8500141197682Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Structured data gives UPC 850014119768 and EAN 5707119043670. The Amazon US listing repeats the UPC. Spec rows match the archived launch page.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B09ZWMYHCTRead 11 October 2026Amazon US listing for model 61631 gives UPC 850014119768.

731855021048, 731855021079, 731855031047, 731855031054, 7318550510521Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Store product feed barcodes for the five SKUs.

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

23 August 20224Press releasesteelseries.com/press/121-steelseries-introduces-arctis-nova-7-heir-one-best-selling-gaming-headsetsRead 11 October 2026

18 April 20244Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026Press release dated 2024-04-18.

Status

Available2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Maker page read 2026-10-21 lists the wired Arctis Nova 3 with a $99.99 MSRP and the colours Black, White, Lavender, Aqua and Fortnite Edition. The US store shows it out of stock with a notify-me form. It is not marked discontinued

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026All five SKUs in stock on the maker US store at $89.99. The launch MSRP was $79.99.

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.

$99.994Press releasesteelseries.com/press/121-steelseries-introduces-arctis-nova-7-heir-one-best-selling-gaming-headsetsRead 11 October 2026Arctis Nova 3 US $99.99 MSRP. Excludes tax.

$79.994Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026$79.99 MSRP for the new Stealth 500 models.

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.

€109.994Press releasesteelseries.com/press/121-steelseries-introduces-arctis-nova-7-heir-one-best-selling-gaming-headsetsRead 11 October 2026Arctis Nova 3 EMEA 109.99 EUR.

€89.994Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026Published as $79.99/GBP 79.99/EUR 89.99 MSRP, with no country named. Tax treatment is not stated.

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

US, EU2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026US storefront price in USD. The archived EU storefront page of 2022-08-23 shows 109,99 EUR

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Launch page color selector lists Black and White. The live page lists only the black wired model 61631, so no white model number is stored.

Black, Arctic Camo1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Black and Arctic Camo. Arctic Camo exists only for the Xbox and PlayStation editions. The PC edition is Black.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Sold as a multiplatform gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear5Reviewbasic-tutorials.com/reviews/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Spec table: Design Over-ear.

Over-ear1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Over-ear. The page shows circumaural leatherette cushions.

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

Closed7Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/1288241/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset--blackRead 11 October 2026Retailer description: 40 mm neodymium drivers housed in a closed-back acoustic system for passive noise isolation.

Closed10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public header: Enclosure Closed-Back. Type Over-ear.14Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/3Read 21 October 2026Review text: due to its closed-back nature, the headset does not leak as much sound as an open-back would.

Wearing style

Headband5Reviewbasic-tutorials.com/reviews/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

Headband6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Over-the-head headband with a plastic frame and a fabric band.

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

Flat1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026AirWeave Memory Foam text: earcups that fully rotate for easy transport and storage. Read as ear cups that turn flat. SoundGuys says the headset folds flat12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Review: swivel the ear cups for fit, then fold the headphones flat for storage

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

Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026AirWeave Memory Foam text: earcups that fully rotate for easy transport and storage.6Reviewpcworld.com/article/1363182/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset-review.htmlRead 11 October 2026Review: fully swiveling earcups.

No6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review dated 2024-11-22: the earcups do not pivot and cannot rotate.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026PrismSync RGB: dual-zone RGB in 16.8 million colors.

No11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Features: Lighting Type None.

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

21Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic13Reviewtechpowerup.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-3/1.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specifications list: Drivers 40-mm dynamic (neodymium magnet)14Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-3Read 21 October 2026Public header of the review, Methodology v1.5: Transducer Dynamic. Numeric results are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used

Dynamic13Reviewmp1st.com/news/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-wallet-friendly-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Review text: the drivers are standard, dynamic 40mm transducers.

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

40mm1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

40mm1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Drivers 40mm.

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

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

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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 HzMax22 kHz1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response 20-22,000 Hz. No wired or wireless distinction.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz.

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.

36Ω1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Headphone Impedance 36 Ohm. Power state is not stated.

32Ω11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Audio: Impedance 32 ohms. This is the listing for the PlayStation edition TBS-3103-05. Turtle Beach publishes no impedance. The power state and test frequency are 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.

93dB1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Headphone Sensitivity 93 dBSPL. No power or voltage reference is stated, so none is stored. The 2025 wireless Nova 3 page lists 107 dBSPL, which is a different model.

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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.

1%1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Total Harmonic Distortion < 1%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.

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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.

96kHz13Reviewtechpowerup.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-3/1.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specifications list: DAC 24-bit/96 kHz. The maker pages do not state a sample rate. RTINGS lists 24-bit 48 kHz only as its test setting

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

24bits13Reviewtechpowerup.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-3/1.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specifications list: DAC 24-bit/96 kHz

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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.

No9Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8599313013517-Does-Arctis-Nova-3-sound-better-than-Arctis-Nova-1Read 21 October 2026Support article describes the Nova 3 as software-based audio control with custom EQ adjustments through Sonar and GG. The Nova 1 is the model that works without software. SoundGuys says EQ cannot be changed on Steam Deck or Switch12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026On Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch the author cannot change EQ with any software, so the EQ lives in GG on the PC and is not stored in the headset

No13Reviewmp1st.com/news/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-wallet-friendly-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Review text: there is currently no way to save your custom presets to the headset for use with other devices. The headset does remember the last EQ used. The maker built-in presets on the EQ Mode button are factory presets, not custom profiles.

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

105Reviewbasic-tutorials.com/reviews/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Review: the SteelSeries software has a 10-band EQ.

101Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II gives a 10-band audio EQ on the maker page FAQ.

EQ presets

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Signature Sound, Bass Boost, Bass & Treble Boost, Vocal Boost15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Maker user guide for the PC version, updated 2026-04-22. The EQ Mode Button cycles four built-in presets: 1 beep Signature Sound, 2 beeps Bass Boost, 3 beeps Bass & Treble Boost, 4 beeps Vocal Boost. The maker product page calls the third one Treble Boost, and the guide is preferred.

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.

SteelSeries Sonar 360° Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D AudioTech, Microsoft Spatial Sound1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026360° Spatial Audio supported through Sonar. Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.

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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

No6Reviewpcworld.com/article/1363182/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset-review.htmlRead 11 October 2026Review: no active noise cancellation to speak of, only the slightest passive barrier.

No10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public header: Noise Cancelling No.

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

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

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

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

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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

Against the SoundGuys consumer target curve: under-emphasis in the sub-bass and midrange, a boost in the bass range and a boost high up in the treble range. Spatial sound in SteelSeries GG makes the bass more audible and tames the highs12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Review updated 2025-03-06. SoundGuys lab frequency response chart compared with its consumer target curve. No numeric deviations are published

Bright sound signature.10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Sound Signature Bright.

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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-1dB10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Bass Amount Slightly Underemphasized (-1 dB). RTINGS tested the PC model with Methodology v2.3. The full test results, target curve details and settings are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used.

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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1dB10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Treble Amount Slightly Emphasized (1 dB). Same test bench. The detailed results are behind the paywall and were not used.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

Retractable boom1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026ClearCast Gen 2 - Fully Retractable Boom.

Fixed boom8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-a-wallet-friendly-wonderRead 15 October 2026Omnidirectional mic on the left earcup that is not retractable and slots into the edge of the cup.

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.

Bidirectional1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

Omnidirectional1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Omni-Directional, Flip-to-Mute.

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

13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Overview lists one microphone, item 3 Retractable ClearCast Microphone. No other microphone is named

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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.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

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

-38dB1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pa

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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.

AI1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Maker: the fully retractable ClearCast Gen 2 noise cancelling mic uses AI algorithms from Sonar Software. On PC it needs Windows 10 and above.

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Flip to mute

No1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026FAQ: the microphone still picks up sound while retracted, so retracting does not mute it

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Omni-directional flip-to-mute mic that integrates into the headset when not in use.

Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

No6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Left earcup control list from top to bottom: volume wheel, microphone monitor volume wheel, Bluetooth button, QuickSwitch button, Mode button, USB Type-C port and power button. No mute button is listed. The microphone mutes by flipping it up.

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 mic3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Overview item 4 is the Microphone Mute LED. In the diagram it sits on the tip of the microphone boom. Item 7 is a separate mute button on the ear cup12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Mute button on the back of the left ear cup. The LED on the microphone is red when muted

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Sidetone

Yes2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Maker page: set and save primary headset sound settings, such as equalizer and mic sidetone, inside the Engine app9Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8599313013517-Does-Arctis-Nova-3-sound-better-than-Arctis-Nova-1Read 21 October 2026Support article lists sidetone control as a Nova 3 feature next to custom EQ adjustments, firmware updates and RGB lighting12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Headset comes out of the box with sidetone on. Sidetone can be adjusted in SteelSeries GG

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ: mic monitoring can be turned on or off through the Swarm II app.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026GG lets you adjust the sidetone and mic volume

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ lists mic monitoring level control in Swarm II.

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.

USB, Analog1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Wired only: USB-C and a 3.5 mm analog cable.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Low-latency 2.4GHz wireless through the USB transmitter plus Bluetooth. The charging port is not used for audio.

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

3.5 mm TRRS3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Setup page 6: 3.5 mm connection for an Xbox controller uses the USB-C to 3.5 mm analog cable. The guide does not name the pole count. See the Xbox support article10Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8600584347533-Does-the-Arctis-Nova-3-work-with-XboxRead 21 October 2026One 3.5 mm plug carries stereo audio and the microphone to the Xbox controller jack, which takes four contacts (TRRS). The article does not name the pole count

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

USB-C7Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/1288241/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset--blackRead 11 October 2026Retailer listing: USB Type-C connector. The headset side connector is the USB-C jack in the product guide.

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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.

1.5m7Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/1288241/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset--blackRead 11 October 2026Longest supplied cable is the 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A adapter and extension cable. The main and analog cables are 1.2 m.

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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-C7Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/1288241/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-gaming-headset--blackRead 11 October 2026USB-C jack on the headset, per the product guide overview.

USB-C6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026USB Type-C port on the left earcup is used to charge the headset.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Multi-Platform USB-C: the USB-C hooks up to compatible platforms for audio.

No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Headset controls list: USB Charge & Update Port. The port is for charging and firmware updates only.

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.

Yes10Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8600584347533-Does-the-Arctis-Nova-3-work-with-XboxRead 21 October 2026In 3.5 mm mode the headset functions as a standard analog headset. RGB and all USB-based features are unavailable, so the headset gets no power from this connection. The headset has no battery

No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026The headset controls list in the maker guide has no analog audio input. Audio comes only from the 2.4GHz transmitter or Bluetooth.

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

None1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026No wireless receiver in the box.

Included1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026USB Wireless Transmitter is in the box of every edition.

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-A6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026The transmitter has a standard male USB Type-A plug.

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

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5.21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth 5.2.

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

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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.

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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.

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No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026QuickSwitch section: in Bluetooth mode you hear only the Bluetooth device. In 2.4GHz Wireless mode you hear only the console or computer. An answered call switches the headset to Bluetooth for the call, so the two streams are not mixed.

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.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Compatibility list: PC, Mac, Xbox (3.5 mm only, no RGB), PS4 and PS5, Switch, mobile. Multi-Platform USB-C text adds USB-C iPad.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, SteamOS1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Xbox page: transmitter audio on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Bluetooth for iOS, Android, PC and Steam Deck. PlayStation page: PS5, PS4, PC Windows 10 and up, Bluetooth mobile devices including Steam Deck. PC page: PC, PS5, PS4, Bluetooth mobile devices. PC is stored as Windows and Steam Deck as SteamOS. Nintendo Switch is in the product structured data description and is placed on the PlayStation edition.2Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC - Windows 10 & up with USB 2.0 or higher, Bluetooth equipped mobile devices including Steam Deck.3Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Compatibility: PC - Windows 10 & up with USB 2.0 or higher, PS5, PS4, Bluetooth equipped mobile devices including Steam Deck.

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.

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	USB	Not available
macOS	USB	Not available
PS5	USB	Not available
PS4	USB	Not available
Nintendo Switch	USB	Not available
Android	USB	Not available
iOS	USB	Not available
Xbox Series X|S	Analog	Yes
Xbox One	Analog	Yes

Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026USB-C connects to PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch and mobile. Xbox uses the 3.5 mm analog cable. Microphone support is not stated per platform. The support article on Xbox adds that audio and microphone work over the 3.5 mm cable on an Xbox controller, so microphone_works is stored for the two Xbox rows only.10Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8600584347533-Does-the-Arctis-Nova-3-work-with-XboxRead 21 October 2026Xbox works through the controller's 3.5 mm headset jack with the included USB-C to 3.5 mm cable. The article says you can use audio and microphone features on Xbox

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

Platform	Connection
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Xbox One	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Windows	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
SteamOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Only documented routes are stored. The Xbox edition states audio on Windows through the transmitter is not supported. The PlayStation and PC editions list Windows on 2.4 GHz, so no Windows 2.4 GHz row is stored.

Official licence

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Designed for Xbox4Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026The Designed for Xbox Stealth 500 comes in Black, as does its PlayStation and PC counterparts.

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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No19Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/41c5e6ee/67dabd72c465afe2ddfccbb9/product-pdfRead 21 October 2026Distributor product data sheet for TBS-2103-95, published 2025-03-19: Battery type Built-in battery, technology Lithium Polymer (LiPo). Its weight of 450 g and its dimensions look like package values, so none of them are used.

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.

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

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BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

Hours (h)
40

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Up to 40 hours of battery life. Connection and settings are not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Charging cable listed as USB-A to USB-C.

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

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180min11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Power: Battery Charge Time 3 hours, on the PlayStation edition listing TBS-3103-05. The maker states no charge time and no starting charge level.

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

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

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Use while charging

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Volume wheel, Buttons1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026On-Ear Controls: Volume dial, Mute, RGB on/off.

Buttons, Volume wheel6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Left earcup has a volume wheel, mic monitor wheel, Bluetooth button, QuickSwitch button, Mode button, USB Type-C port and power button.

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

Wheel6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Dedicated volume wheel on the left earcup.

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.

Software12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Sonar section of GG adjusts game, chat and microphone volume in software. The headset has no ChatMix dial

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

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Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ lists a programmable wheel and mode button in Swarm II.

Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Overview item 1: Elastic Headband. Perfect Fit page: adjust the position of the elastic headband for tension and flex.

Suspension strap1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Ultra-lightweight floating headband.8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-a-wallet-friendly-wonderRead 15 October 2026Review mentions comfortable earcups and a suspension strap. The maker calls it a floating headband.

Headband material

Elastic fabric strap12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Fabric suspension strap that keeps the head off the headband frame. The maker guide calls it an Elastic Headband

Plastic frame with a stretch fabric band6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Dual band design with a plastic frame and a stretchy fabric band that cushions the head.

Frame material

Plastic12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Plastic build that feels sturdy, with a sturdy frame of the headband. The review does not name a metal part

Plastic6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review says the headset is primarily made of plastic.

Ear cup material

Rubbery plastic12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Ear cups are made of a more rubbery plastic that shows scratches clearly

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Ear pad material

AirWeave memory foam1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026AirWeave Memory Foam.

Plush leatherette, memory foam1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Ear-cushion Material: Plush Leatherette, Memory Foam.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Overview marks the AirWeave ear cushions with an asterisk: find accessories and replacement parts at steelseries.com.5Reviewbasic-tutorials.com/reviews/peripherals/steelseries-arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Review: all cables and the soft AirWeave Memory Foam ear pads are removable and can be replaced.

Yes9Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 15 October 2026Maker parts store sells a left and a right Stealth 500 ear cushion, each fits the Stealth 500 headsets.

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.

Width85Height95mm(3.3 × 3.7 in)12Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026Spec table: Ear pad interior 8.5 x 9.5 cm. The page does not name the axes. Stored as width 85 mm and height 95 mm, since an ear opening is taller than wide. Depth is not stated

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Elastic headband, AirWeave ear cushions, USB-C main cable, USB-A extension cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm analog cable3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Asterisked parts: elastic headband, ear cushions and the three cables.

Ear cushions9Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 15 October 2026Replacement ear cushions at 4.99 EUR each.

Software

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Companion app

SteelSeries GG (Engine and Sonar)1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Software requirements: GG with Engine (Windows 8.1 and above, Mac OS 10.13 and above) and Sonar (Windows 10 and above).

Turtle Beach Swarm II1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II desktop software and mobile app.

App platforms

Windows, macOS1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

Windows, iOS, Android1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II for PC, and mobile app for iOS or Android.

User firmware updates

Yes9Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/8599313013517-Does-Arctis-Nova-3-sound-better-than-Arctis-Nova-1Read 21 October 2026Support article lists firmware updates as a Nova 3 feature. A related support article is titled Do I need to update the firmware on my Arctis Nova 312Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-3-review-77788Read 21 October 2026GG is where you find firmware updates for the headset if any come out14Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-3Read 21 October 2026Changelog of 2023-05-12: RTINGS tested firmware update DSP 0.10.62 / MCU 1.2.0, which users reported fixed popping over USB

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Firmware can be updated using Swarm II.

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.

253g(8.9 oz)1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Ultra-Lightweight text: weighs just 253g.

233g(8.2 oz)6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review states 233 g. TechRadar also lists 233 g. Tom's Guide lists 235 g and distributor sheets list 230 g. The maker publishes no weight.7Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/turtle-beach-stealth-500-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 233g / 8.22oz.

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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Width173Height195.1Depth89.9mm(6.8 × 7.7 × 3.5 in)11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Dimensions: Product Width 6.81 in, Product Height 7.68 in, Product Length 3.54 in. Converted exactly to mm and rounded to 0.1 mm. Length is stored as depth. The headband position is not stated. The same table gives Product Weight 0.51 lb.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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XGB-HWBB000516Owner's manualmanuals.plus/turtle-beach/stealth-500-series-wireless-amplified-gaming-headset-manual.pdfRead 21 October 2026Copy of the maker Quick Start Guide for the Stealth 500 Series (copyright 2024, covers the Xbox, PlayStation and PC versions). Its FCC section names Wireless Headset Model HWBB0005 and Wireless Dongle Model HWAA0005 for the Stealth 500. FCC ID is the grantee code XGB plus product code HWBB0005. The dongle has its own FCC ID and is not stored.17Regulatory filingfccid.io/XGB-HWBB0005Read 21 October 2026Grant record for Voyetra Turtle Beach, grantee XGB, product code HWBB0005, Wireless Headset, 2402-2480 MHz, granted 2024-02-03. The filed user manual names HWBB0005 as the Stealth 500 headset.18Regulatory filingfccid.io/XGB-HWBB0005/User-Manual/Manual-7102186Read 21 October 2026User manual filed with the FCC grant. Its regulatory section names Stealth 500 Headset Model HWBB0005 and Dongle Model HWAA0005. The FCC ID is grantee code XGB plus HWBB0005. The dongle has its own FCC ID and is not stored. The filed internal photos show a Li-ion cell at 3.7 V, but its capacity digits are too blurry to read, so no battery capacity is stored.

Other certifications

EU Declaration of Conformity: RoHS 2.0 (2015/863/EU), EMC Directive (2014/30/EU), LVD (2014/35/EU), REACH (EC) 1907/2006, UK Declaration of Conformity: EMC Regulations 2016, Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, RoHS Regulations 2012, FCC Part 15 Class B, Canada ICES-003 Class B, Japan VCCI Class B, Korea KC R-R-SS4-HS-000243Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Regulatory pages 22 to 25: EU Declaration of Conformity (RoHS 2.0, EMC, LVD), REACH statement, UK Declaration of Conformity, FCC Part 15 Class B statement, Canada ICES-003 Class B, Japan VCCI-B, Korea certification R-R-SS4-HS-00024, ACMA, India, Turkey and China RoHS statements. These are maker declarations. No FCC ID is printed

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In the box

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In the box

Arctis Nova 3 Headset, USB-C to USB-C Main Cable (4 ft / 1.2m), USB-C to USB-A Adapter/Extension Cable (5 ft / 1.5m), USB-C to 3.5mm Analog Cable (4 ft / 1.2m), Product Information Guide1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Box content list on the archived maker page.

Stealth 500 Wireless Gaming Headset, USB Wireless Transmitter, 0.7 m / 2.3 ft Charging Cable (USB-A to USB-C), 2 m / 6.6 ft Charging Cable (USB-A to USB-C), Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box: headset, USB Wireless Transmitter, charging cable USB-A to USB-C, Quick Start Guide. The Xbox and PlayStation pages say 0.7 m / 2.3 ft. The PC page says 2 m / 6.6 ft.2Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026PlayStation edition: 0.7 m / 2.3 ft charging cable.3Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026PC edition: 2 m / 6.6 ft charging cable.

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

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C main cable	1.2	1
USB-C to USB-A adapter and extension cable	1.5	1
USB-C to 3.5 mm analog cable	1.2	1

Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

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

None1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026The box content list has no case or pouch.

None11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Features: Carrying Case No. The maker box contents list no case or pouch either.

Links

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Product page

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-32Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026

turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

web.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-31Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823165838/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-3Read 11 October 2026Archived maker page from launch day 2022-08-23. The live page now lists the wired model and the 2025 Nova 3 Wireless family together.

turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026The Specifications section of the maker product page lists drivers, frequency response, microphone and ear cushions.

Manual

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_3_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

support.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-Guide15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Maker user guide for the PC edition. The PlayStation and Xbox editions have their own guides on the same support site.

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.

1year11Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/221391568-Warranty-Policy-How-do-I-claim-my-warranty-and-what-does-it-coverRead 21 October 2026SteelSeries Global Warranty Commitment: EU products carry a 2-year minimum from the date of purchase. North America and APAC include at least 1 year of limited warranty. 1 year is stored as the minimum for the US launch market. Terms in the article apply to purchases made through SteelSeries.com

1year12Maker product pagesupport.turtlebeach.com/articles/en_US/Knowledge/218942167-Warranty-and-End-User-LicenseRead 21 October 2026Warranty and End User License article: hardware is covered for one year from the date of purchase. ROCCAT products and Turtle Beach Elite headsets get two years, and the Stealth 500 is neither. Best Buy lists 1 year parts and 1 year labor for TBS-3103-05.

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