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General

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Series

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026

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.

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

$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.

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

€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.

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

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

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

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

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.

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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 pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Maker less than 1% upper bound, test level not stated. Stored bound 1, not measured THD.

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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.

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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.

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

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.

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

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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

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

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

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

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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

The exact PC test shows a bass shelf above recessed mids and uneven upper frequencies. No graph-picked peak is stored as a band-average deviation.13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own lab-response discussion, Bluetooth/dongle mode and rig not explicitly assigned to each curve.

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

The exact PC review found natural speech with good rejection of keyboard/background noise, but strong sensitivity to breath and sibilants.13Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-p75293/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own vocal capture assessment. Test sample/settings above. No numerical acoustic extension inferred.

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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.

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

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

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

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

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

57.5h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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

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 pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 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.

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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 pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 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 pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Explicit -38 dBV/Pa. Frequency and measurement distance not stated.

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

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Flip to mute

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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/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 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/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Sidetone

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

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

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

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.

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

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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.

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

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.

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

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

1.5m3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Both complete supplied cable list entries are maker approximate 1.5 m. Longest supplied cable is therefore 1.5 m.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Included3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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, Meta Quest, Other3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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 5 Wireless

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

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

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.

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

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 5 Wireless

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	50
Bluetooth	60

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

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)

60h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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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

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

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

Wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 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.

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

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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/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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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

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

Ear cup material

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

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Ear pad material

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

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/Nova_5_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

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

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

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

App platforms

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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In the box

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In the box

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

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 5 Wireless

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

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

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

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

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

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

Spec sheet

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

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

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.

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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.