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General

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Series

Arctis Nova1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The current Xbox selector identifies Arctis Nova 5X Wireless. This record covers Black SKU 61676.

Stealth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

61676, HS43, HS43TX2Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-black/J3GTVPH74C/sku/6576919Read 8 October 2026Best Buy identifies US Black model 61676 and SKU 6576919. The exact 5X guide identifies regulatory model HS43 for the headset and HS43TX for its Xbox/USB transceiver.

TBS-2102-051Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact selected US product offer maps XBOX / Black to TBS-2102-05. PC TBS-5103-05, PlayStation TBS-3102-05, later 700 and earlier 600 generations are excluded.

GTIN / EAN

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7318550210245Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/678857Read 8 October 2026Exact US Black retail page couples Mfr Part TBS-2102-05 and UPC 731855021024. Other colour/edition GTINs are not imported.

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

14 May 20243Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026The maker announced the Nova 5 series, including 5X, on May 14, 2024.

18 April 20243Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 10 October 2026Verbatim company-authored April 18, 2024 launch release syndicated by publisher. It identifies the redesigned headset as third generation.

Status

Available2Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-black/J3GTVPH74C/sku/6576919Read 8 October 2026The current US retailer listing offers the exact Black model 61676 for sale.

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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

$129.993Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026The availability table states a North America MSRP of USD 129.99 for Nova 5, 5X, and 5P Wireless. Later store prices are excluded.

$99.993Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 10 October 2026Company-authored release explicitly publishes 99.99 USD MSRP for the new third-generation 600 and Black/White Designed for Xbox editions. Current 109.99 store price is not launch price. Euro price omitted because VAT scope is unstated.

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.

€139.9923Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026Original May 14, 2024 release explicitly gives EMEA EUR 139.99 MSRP for all Nova 5/5X/5P Wireless. Exact regional launch claim. Country and VAT treatment unspecified. No country-specific price or currency conversion inferred.

€109.993Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 10 October 2026Company release of 2024-04-18 gives the redesigned third-generation Stealth 600 MSRP as $99.99/£99.99/€109.99 and names the Designed for Xbox version among its editions. The release does not state VAT treatment, so the euro figure is stored as published.

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

US2Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-black/J3GTVPH74C/sku/6576919Read 8 October 2026The exact Black model 61676 is listed by Best Buy in the US.

US1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Black is selected. Other colors are outside this reference.

Black1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The maker categorizes this product as a gaming headset.

Gaming1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state Over-ear.

Over-ear1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

Closed8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state Closed acoustic construction. The SoundGuys Xbox product page corroborates this.

Closed7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/by-usage/gamingRead 8 October 2026Exact public review prose identifies closed-back headphones. Acoustic enclosure is not confused with flat-folding geometry.8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-600-gen-3-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model commute/travel prose explicitly identifies closed-back design.

Wearing style

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Headband1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

Flat12Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/10767/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset/index.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X design discussion states that the headset can flatten for a backpack. This supports flat rotation, not an inward hinge fold.

Flat1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly describes a lay-flat design. Original guide and Black Xbox review confirm swivelling cups. No inward-fold capability is inferred.

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

Yes12Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/10767/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset/index.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X design discussion describes flattening the ear cups and illustrates the rotating cup joint.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

RGB lighting

No10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-x-xboxRead 8 October 2026The exact Xbox product page states RGB Lighting No. A generic maker family control row mentions RGB on/off, but the exact 5X guide documents no decorative RGB control. That generic row is excluded.

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

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-x-xboxRead 8 October 2026The exact Xbox product page states Dynamic sound driver type.

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

40mm8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state 40 mm drivers. The exact 5X PC Gamer review corroborates this value.

50mm1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker exact selected model uses 50 mm Nanoclear drivers. Magnet, diaphragm, physical transducer count and drive technology are not inferred from the brand name.

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 2026The Neodymium Magnetic Drivers feature identifies the magnet material.

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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 kHz8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 acoustic specifications state 20 to 22,000 Hz. The maker family table has the same single headphone acoustic range. No connection mode, tolerance, input power, or test method is specified.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker publishes one acoustic range 20 Hz to 20 kHz without a power/connection distinction. This is not wireless transmission bandwidth and does not establish wired playback.

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.

36Ω8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state 36 ohms. The maker family acoustic table and Euronics listing for 61676 agree.

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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%8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state THD below 1%. The stored value is the strict upper limit, not an exact measured result. Input level, frequency, and test load are unspecified.

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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 Save Slots saves separate 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth EQ profiles. The exact 5X SoundGuys review confirms that EQ settings are saved to the headset.

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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-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly gives a 10-band custom playback EQ for inbound audio. Microphone EQ and five custom preset slots are not substituted for this band count.

EQ presets

Bass Boost, Music: Deep Bass11Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The EQ presets section names Bass Boost and Music: Deep Bass.

Signature Sound, Bass Boost, Bass and Treble, Vocal Boost9Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-headset-review-reviewRead 10 October 2026Hands-on Black Xbox review explicitly names the four playback modes selected by its Mode button. Separate microphone Signature/Full/Clarity/Smooth presets are not copied into playback. Regional SKU is unstated. Only common Xbox-model control names and physical cover materials are used.

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 Virtual Surround Sound, Tempest 3D AudioTech, Microsoft Spatial Sound1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The 360 Spatial Audio feature names Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows, Tempest 3D AudioTech for PS5, and Microsoft Spatial Sound for Xbox. Platform and software requirements apply. Other third-party licenses are sold separately.

Windows Sonic for Headphones, Dolby Atmos for Headphones, Tempest 3D AudioTech12Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/blog/multiplatform-gaming-headset-xbox-playstation-pcRead 8 October 2026Maker guide explicitly includes Stealth 600 Gen 3 and names these host spatial-audio options in platform enhancement instructions. These are Xbox/Windows or PS5 host systems, not a built-in multichannel DAC or bundled paid licence. Compatibility requires the matching host, content and settings.

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

No11Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The exact 5X Noise Attenuation section explicitly states there is no ANC. Sonar microphone noise processing is separate.

No11Reviewmp1st.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-review-more-cost-for-a-lot-better-soundRead 8 October 2026Exact third-generation review explicitly says without active noise cancelling. Maker A.I. noise reduction is transmitted microphone processing. Edition-specific numeric results are not transferred. Article normal live access is blocked, but this original public indexed statement is available.

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

The default response rolls off in the sub-bass. Bass from 100 to 300 Hz is emphasized. A dip near 5 kHz is followed by excess treble output from 6 to 10 kHz.14Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The exact 5X default response is compared with the SoundGuys in-house target. The review used firmware 1.6 and app 1.1.0. The text describes sub-bass roll-off, bass emphasis from 100 to 300 Hz, a dip near 5 kHz, and excess output from 6 to 10 kHz. Curve connection is unspecified. Narrow-band figures are not treated as averaged bass or treble metrics.

Default tuning emphasizes mid and high bass. The public lab summary describes sharp treble transients.7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/by-usage/gamingRead 8 October 2026Public tested default-tuning assessment identifies boosted mid/high bass and potentially piercing sword/cymbal transients. Linked exact review Black Xbox sample, current Test Bench 2.3. Exact target curve, preset details, firmware and frequency/gain values are unavailable. No protected curve is reconstructed.8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-600-gen-3-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Sample association comes from the public Differences section. Only intentionally public qualitative summaries are used.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The reviewer reports clear game-chat speech with little distortion. Speech remains intelligible in office tests despite audible keyboard noise.14Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The exact 5X reviewer reports clear voice with little distortion in game chat. The test discussion describes intelligible speech despite audible keyboard noise in office conditions. Host, codec, and microphone processing settings are unspecified. No numerical speech bandwidth or SNR is 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 5X Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	42.17

Source14Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026SoundGuys measured 42 hours 10 minutes through the PC USB-C dongle at about 50% volume. The review used firmware 1.6 and app 1.1.0. The headset has no ANC. The source says 2.5 GHz, but the exact maker guide establishes a 2.4 GHz dongle. This apparent band typo is not imported. Microphone use is unspecified.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3

Hours (h)
85.7

Source7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/by-usage/gamingRead 8 October 2026Intentionally public gaming roundup explicitly publishes 85.7-hour battery life. Linked exact review identifies tested Black Xbox and describes continuous battery life. Public method is a continuous-playback runtime statistic. Transport, SPL, codec, EQ, microphone activity, LED and firmware conditions are unavailable, so table settings are omitted. No detail from locked measurement rows is used. PC SoundGuys 83 h 42 min is excluded.8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-600-gen-3-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Differences section explicitly identifies Black Xbox test sample, public label reads Stealth 600 G3X. Public comparison text says just over 85 hours continuous life. Exact 85.7 comes only from the public roundup. Test Bench 2.3 update June 23, 2026, original review August 6, 2024. Specific battery-test firmware/protocol not publicly established.

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

42.17h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

85.7h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Retractable boom4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview and Microphone sections identify a fully retractable ClearCast boom. The guide instructs the user to extend it fully for use.

Fixed boom1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Integrated flip-up boom shown in exact guide and manufacturer body images. Its documented operation is rotation to mute/unmute. A detachable microphone or internal call array is not inferred.

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.

Bidirectional8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 specifications state Bidirectional polar pattern. The SoundGuys Xbox product page corroborates this.

Unidirectional1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker says uni-directional. This does not identify cardioid geometry or microphone capsule technology.

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 kHz8Retailer pageus.maxgaming.com/us/wireless-headsets/arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU 61676 microphone specifications state 100 to 10,000 Hz. This is acoustic microphone response, not a digital sample rate.

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

-38dB9Retailer pageeuronics.ee/en/audio/headphones/wireless-headphones/61676/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-black-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026The exact 61676 Microphone sensitivity row states -38 dBV/Pa. This reference is retained. Unqualified -38 dB figures from other retailers were not assigned an inferred reference.

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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.

AI3Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026The ClearCast 2.X section names Sonar AI-Powered Noise Cancellation on PC. This processes transmitted voice in host software. Console AI processing is not claimed.

AI1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker explicit A.I. noise reduction applies to transmitted voice. It does not establish playback ANC.

Flip to mute

No10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-x-xboxRead 8 October 2026The exact Xbox product page states Microphone Flip To Mute No. The exact guide documents a separate mute button.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Mute button

Yes4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview identifies Microphone Mute Button 6. Retracting the boom does not substitute for this button.

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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 mic4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview identifies Microphone Mute LED 4 on the boom.

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Sidetone

Yes11Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The app controls paragraph explicitly identifies microphone sidetone. Its inaccurate ambient-mode explanation is excluded. The stored feature is microphone self-voice monitoring.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Secondary wheel can be reassigned to Variable Mic Monitoring. Swarm II adjusts monitoring levels. Some advanced wireless functions may not work in Bluetooth mode.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes11Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The app controls paragraph and image caption document sidetone level adjustment. No 5P physical sidetone dial is transferred.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Secondary wheel can be reassigned to Variable Mic Monitoring. Swarm II adjusts monitoring levels. Some advanced wireless functions may not work in Bluetooth mode.

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

No13Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X microphone discussion states that the tucked-away design leaves no room for a foam shield and is prone to plosives. Sonar processing does not count as a physical windscreen.

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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, Bluetooth4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Setup and Bluetooth document 2.4 GHz dongle audio and Bluetooth. The headset USB-C jack is identified as a charging jack.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

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

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

1.5m4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Package Contents lists both supplied cables as 1.5 m. The longest supplied cable is therefore 1.5 m. The rounded five-foot alternative was not converted.

0.7m1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact maker Xbox/Black box list: 0.7 m / 2.3 ft USB-A to USB-C charging cable. PC edition has a different 2 m cable and is excluded. An Australian Black Xbox review says 750 mm, which is not transferred to this US package.

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-C4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview identifies headset USB-C Charging Jack 7. The receiver connector is a separate component.

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide explicitly labels USB Charge & Update Port. The pictured headset socket is USB-C. Wireless transmitter USB-A is a different connector.

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.

No19Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-5-wireless-5-5p-5xRead 8 October 2026The Wired Gaming verdict states that connection is only through the wireless dongle or Bluetooth. The guide identifies the headset USB-C jack as charging. The family review discusses its Xbox 5X test unit.

No2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide names charge/update use only. Exact public RTINGS roundup separately explicitly says the Xbox-capable model cannot be used wired. Receiver USB does not count as headset USB-cable playback.

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.

No19Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-nova-5-wireless-5-5p-5xRead 8 October 2026The Wired Gaming verdict states there is no wired headset route. The exact 5X guide has no analog headset connector.

No7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/by-usage/gamingRead 8 October 2026Exact gaming roundup explicitly says the Xbox version cannot be used wired. No analog or passive listening path is documented.

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

Included4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Package Contents includes a USB-C Wireless Dongle. The headset and dongle are paired at the factory.

Included1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-C4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The dongle has a native USB-C plug. The supplied USB-C to USB-A adapter cable enables USB-A hosts.

USB-A2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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 2026The Quick-Switch Wireless feature explicitly states Bluetooth 5.3.

5.21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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.

No5Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/26421990637069-How-does-Quick-Switch-on-Nova-5-workRead 8 October 2026The Nova 5/5P/5X support article states that only one 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth source is active at a time. The other remains on standby. Switching and call interruption do not provide mixed simultaneous audio.

No2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026QuickSwitch selects one audio/chat source. A Bluetooth call interrupts the default 2.4 GHz source and ending it automatically returns to wireless. Simultaneous audio mixing is not supported.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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

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

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, SteamOS, Meta Quest, Nintendo Switch 26Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026System Compatibility and Setup on printed pages 3 and 7 to 8 name Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Mac, PlayStation, Android, and Switch. PS5 settings are explicitly documented. The current Xbox product page separately names PS4 and Windows 10 or later.7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The current Xbox page names Xbox Series and One, PS5, PS4, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, USB-C iPhone, and Oculus Quest 2. Android and Switch appear in the exact guide. SteamOS coverage means Steam Deck. Meta Quest coverage is limited to Quest 2. Switch 2 has separate firmware sources below.20Maker product pagetechblog.steelseries.com/2025/07/01/GG-notes-89.1.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026The July 1, 2025 firmware notes state that Nova 5 and 5X gained Nintendo Switch 2 support. The 2024 guide predates Switch 2. No connection or microphone row is inferred from compatibility alone.21Maker product pagetechblog.steelseries.com/2026/04/13/GG-notes-108.1.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026The April 13, 2026 notes document a Nova 5/5P/5X firmware fix for Nintendo Switch 2 system version 22.0.0. This corroborates current 5X support.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, Android, iOS, SteamOS, Nintendo Switch2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Xbox Series/One, PS5/PS4 and Windows are directly named in selected maker compatibility. Original guide explicitly adds Nintendo Switch USB-dock setup. Current maker explicitly includes Bluetooth-equipped mobile devices and Steam Deck, and names iOS/Android support. Mac/Linux and Switch 2 are not inferred.

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 5X Wireless

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz	Yes
Xbox One	2.4 GHz	Yes
PS5	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS4	2.4 GHz	Not available
Windows	2.4 GHz	Not available
macOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
SteamOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
SteamOS	Bluetooth	Not available
Meta Quest	2.4 GHz	No
Meta Quest	Bluetooth	No

Source6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X dongle Wireless Mode Switch must be set to Xbox for Xbox consoles and USB for other hosts. USB-C and USB-A are host connectors for the wireless receiver. Android Bluetooth calls are documented by the Bluetooth and mobile multimedia sections. Microphone cells are omitted where explicit proof is incomplete.7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The current maker page lists USB-C receiver or Bluetooth routes for iPhone and Steam Deck. Quest 2 is explicitly audio only on both routes, so its microphone cells are false. Other listed routes come from the exact 5X guide. Unproven microphone cells are omitted.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3

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

Source2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Xbox branch requires included receiver switched to Xbox. PS/PC/Switch branch requires USB mode. Switch USB-A is docked. Current maker FAQ explicitly supports Bluetooth for PC/Switch/mobile and its compatibility list specifies Steam Deck Bluetooth. No handheld USB-C adapter is bundled. Microphone cells remain unknown because generic platform compatibility alone does not establish them.

Official licence

Designed for Xbox11Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The review introduction identifies the Designed for Xbox badge on the supplied 5X package.

Designed for Xbox3Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 10 October 2026Release explicitly calls this edition Designed for Xbox. Other platform editions do not inherit that licence.

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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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 5X Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	50
Bluetooth	No	60

Source15Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review-118793Read 8 October 2026The exact 5X battery section reports maker claims of 50 hours through the dongle and 60 hours over Bluetooth. The current maker family table and exact 5X PC Gamer review agree. Volume, codec, and microphone use are unspecified.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3

Hours (h)
80

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker advertises 80 hours maximum/continuous use. Active transport, playback level, codec, EQ, microphone, LED state and firmware are not specified. No mode or ANC/lighting settings are invented.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Power Charging section instructs charging through the headset USB-C jack from a USB power source.

USB-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

120min10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-5-x-xboxRead 8 October 2026The exact Xbox product page states Full Charge Minutes 120. The exact Argos 5X listing also states a 120-minute charge. Firmware and charger conditions are unspecified.

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

15min3Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026The 60+ Hours section states a 15-minute USB-C fast charge.

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

6h3Press releasesteelseries.com/press/144-steelseries-introduces-100-game-specific-audio-profiles-with-new-arctisRead 8 October 2026The same section states six hours of playback after a 15-minute charge. The exact 5X SoundGuys review corroborates this claim. Connection, volume, and microphone use are not specified.

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Use while charging

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Yes13Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-review-129213Read 10 October 2026Battery section: you can game while charging, as long as a USB-A port is within reach of the short charging cable.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X Overview identifies physical buttons, Volume Wheel 5, and ChatMix Dial 8.

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Volume control

Wheel4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X Overview identifies Volume Wheel 5.

Wheel2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

Hardware dial4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X has ChatMix Dial 8. Xbox uses the receiver Xbox switch position. The current maker compatibility note requires GG/Sonar on Windows 10 or later. ChatMix is not supported on PlayStation or Mac.

Hardware dial2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Dedicated secondary wheel Game/Chat Mix applies on Xbox only. PlayStation/PC editions default to variable mic monitoring. Current wheel remapping does not establish separate game/chat streams on every host.

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-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Elastic Headband 1 and the Perfect Fit adjustment section document a suspension strap.

Padded1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Headband material

Elastic fabric4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The guide identifies the elastic headband. The exact 5X SoundGuys review describes its fabric strap and adjustable attachment notches.

Pleather padding cover9Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-headset-review-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer Black Xbox unit describes soft pleather at the inner headband padding. This is the padding cover, not proof of structural band metal/polymer. Its weight and 750 mm cable are not transferred.

Frame material

Plastic12Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/10767/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset/index.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact 5X design discussion describes lightweight plastics for the adjustable headband and hinges. The elastic fabric suspension strap is a separate component.

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Ear cup material

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Plastic9Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-headset-review-reviewRead 10 October 2026Black Xbox reviewer describes the outer body as plastic. Other reports differ about the concealed structural band, so frame_material is left unknown.

Ear pad material

AirWeave fabric4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview identifies AirWeave Ear Cushions 2. The exact 5X SoundGuys review describes fabric ear pads.

Athletic weave fabric, memory foam1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The asterisk on AirWeave ear cushions links to accessories and replacement parts.

Yes10Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 8 October 2026Exact maker collection lists a replacement left Stealth 600 Gen 3 ear cushion. This establishes service replacement for this generation, not an inferred Gen 2/700 attachment method.

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

Elastic headband, AirWeave ear cushions, USB-C wireless dongle, Charging cable, USB-C to USB-A adapter cable4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The Overview marks these components as accessories and replacement parts. Battery replacement is not included in this list.

Ear cushions10Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 8 October 2026Only the explicitly listed compatible ear cushions are included. Battery serviceability, attachment mechanism and replacement microphone are unproved.

Software

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Companion app

SteelSeries Arctis Companion App / SteelSeries GG12Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/10767/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-wireless-gaming-headset/index.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact own-model software section describes a 10-band Sonar equalizer on Windows PC. This is host-only processing, not the saved Engine/headset EQ band count, which remains unknown. Proven onboard saved presets are sourced separately.16Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The General section documents the Nova 5 Companion mobile app and Engine within SteelSeries GG. Current maker software requirements list Android and iOS for Companion, and Windows 10 or later and macOS 10.13 or later for GG. Advanced Sonar features require Windows.

Turtle Beach Swarm II1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

App platforms

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS16Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The guide documents Companion and GG. Current maker software requirements identify Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS. App availability does not add an audio connection route.

Windows, iOS, Android1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact current maker and guide explicitly Windows desktop, iOS and Android. PC compatibility does not establish a macOS configuration app.

User firmware updates

Yes20Maker product pagetechblog.steelseries.com/2025/07/01/GG-notes-89.1.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Official GG 89.1.0 release notes document a firmware update for Nova 5 and 5X. Maker support instructs installing headset and dongle firmware through GG on PC or Mac.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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)22Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026Recovered exact selected Arctis Nova 5X maker page Retractable Mic section explicitly claims 265 g/9.5 oz. Store metric 265 g, the rounded ounce text differs after conversion. This is a maker claim, not measured mass. Review 265/266.2/277 g values and implausible 703 g metadata do not replace the named primary claim. Cable and measurement-method details unspecified.

317g(11.2 oz)9Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-headset-review-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review of the Black Xbox model: the headset weighing 317 grams. Reviewer's unit, not stated as weighed.13Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-stealth-600-gen-3-review-129213Read 10 October 2026Spec box lists Weight 317 g. The review does not say whether the unit was weighed. The MKAU review of the Xbox model also states 317 g. An Amazon listing for the PS5 and PC edition (TBS-3102-05) shows an item weight of 320 g, a slightly higher seller-entered figure. SoundGuys tested the PC edition. The Xbox edition uses the same headset and differs in the included transmitter.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

ZHK-HS434Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The regulatory section identifies headset model HS43 with FCC ID ZHK-HS43. Transceiver model HS43TX has FCC ID ZHK-HS43TX. The latter is not stored as the headset FCC ID.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Arctis Nova 5X Wireless headset, USB-C wireless dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter cable, Charging cable, Product Information Guide4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Package Contents on printed page 3 lists the exact 5X package. It does not list a carrying case, charging dock, or analog audio cable.

Black Xbox Stealth 600 Gen 3 headset, Xbox USB-A wireless transmitter with Xbox/USB mode switch, 0.7 m USB-A to USB-C charging cable, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026Selected US Xbox Black standard package. One included Xbox-mode receiver, not Stealth 700 dual CrossPlay transmitters. No paid spatial licence is inferred from compatibility.

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

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Wireless

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

Source4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Package Contents lists each supplied cable as five feet or 1.5 m. The charging cable and receiver adapter cable have separate roles.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C charging/update cable	0.7	1

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

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None2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete original package inventory and maker box list contain no supplied carrying case or pouch. The retail carton is excluded.

Links

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Product page

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-51Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The Xbox platform and Black color selectors identify the exact reference. Bare 5X URLs redirect to the PC default.

www.turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-51Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-5Read 8 October 2026The current Xbox product page contains specifications and features. No separate maker datasheet was found. Exact SKU 61676 retailers corroborate the acoustic specifications.

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Manual

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdf4Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/Nova_5X_Product_Information_Guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact manufacturer PDF is titled Arctis Nova 5X Wireless. It contains 29 PDF pages. Printed page numbering runs to 55 because pages are arranged in spreads.

cdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-600-gen-3/stealth-600-gen-3_328-2513-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker-hosted folded Quick Start Guide, one large page, copyright 2024. Visually viewed and text read. Third-party automatic conversions of button instructions are not used.

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.

1year17Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/221391568-Warranty-Policy-How-do-I-claim-my-warranty-and-what-does-it-coverRead 8 October 2026The current maker policy provides at least one year of limited warranty in North America. This record covers a new US retail reference. EU and extended warranty terms are excluded.

1year5Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/678857Read 8 October 2026Exact US Black TBS-2102-05 specification table independently states Parts 1 Year Limited and Labor 1 Year Limited. This corroborates the selected US retail warranty when the Best Buy route redirects to country selection.6Retailer pagebestbuy.com/site/sku/6577968.pRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black TBS-2102-05 listing explicitly gives 1-year parts and labour warranty. Reported manufacturer coverage for this US retail reference, not AU statutory rights or a universal regional promise. Mixed other-headset Q&A is excluded.

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