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General

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Series

Arctis Nova2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Maker page data names the family Arctis Nova and the master product Arctis Nova 7.

Atlas1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

61553, 61559, 61561, 61565, 615672Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Page data lists the Arctis Nova 7 family: 61553 Nova 7 black PC, 61559 and 61561 Nova 7P black and white, 61565 and 61567 Nova 7X black and white. Dragon, World of Warcraft, Diablo IV and FaZe Clan editions are not stored.

TBS-5101-05, HWBB00041Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Product JSON-LD SKU TBS-5101-05. HWBB0004 is the headset model in the maker quick-start guide. HWAA0004 is the receiver and is excluded.

GTIN / EAN

813682027711, 8136820277282Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Structured data gives UPC 813682027728 for 61559.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0B15QM5LLRead 11 October 2026Amazon US listing for model 61553 gives UPC 813682027711.

73185505106914Retailer pagebestbuy.com/site/turtle-beach-atlas-air-wireless-open-back-gaming-headset-for-pc-ps5-ps4-nintendo-switch-mobile-with-floating-earcup-black/6579298.pRead 23 October 2026UPC explicitly belongs to Black model TBS-5101-05. Also corroborated by Currys and PAN Vision.

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

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

18 April 20242Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/bizwire-2024-4-18-best-selling-gaming-accessory-brand-turtle-beach-unveils-new-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-launching-may-2024Read 23 October 2026

Status

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Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 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.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 29Maker product pagesteelseries.com/blog/introducing-arctis-nova-7-wireless-gen-2Read 23 October 2026SteelSeries' launch post presents the Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 as the upgraded version of the 2022 Arctis Nova 7 Wireless.

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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.

$179.994Press releasesteelseries.com/press/121-steelseries-introduces-arctis-nova-7-heir-one-best-selling-gaming-headsetsRead 11 October 2026Nova 7, 7P and 7X each US $179.99 MSRP. Excludes tax. Guru3D lists 169.99, which is not the launch release price.

$179.992Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/bizwire-2024-4-18-best-selling-gaming-accessory-brand-turtle-beach-unveils-new-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-launching-may-2024Read 23 October 2026US MSRP, excluding sales tax.

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.

€199.991Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026The archived EU page shows 199,99 EUR. The launch release gives the same EMEA price.4Press releasesteelseries.com/press/121-steelseries-introduces-arctis-nova-7-heir-one-best-selling-gaming-headsetsRead 11 October 2026EMEA price 199.99 EUR for Nova 7, 7P and 7X.

€179.992Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/bizwire-2024-4-18-best-selling-gaming-accessory-brand-turtle-beach-unveils-new-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-launching-may-2024Read 23 October 2026Published EU MSRP. German syndicated maker release on Hartware confirms EUR 179.99. VAT treatment is not explicit.

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

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Black3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Standard black headset. Sold-separately colored replacement mod packs are excluded.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category.

Gaming1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026Full specs table: Headphone Type Over-ear.

Over-ear3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

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

Closed5Reviewguru3d.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-headset-review/page-2Read 11 October 2026Review conclusion mentions closed ear cups.

Open5Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Wearing style

Headband6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026

Headband3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

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

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None4Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026Review says the ear cups cannot rotate flat. The floating mount has no folding hinges.

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

Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026ComfortMAX text: height-adjustable rotating earcups.

No3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review explicitly states the ear cups do not swivel. Elastic floating mounts tilt to fit.

RGB lighting

No5Reviewguru3d.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-headset-review/page-2Read 11 October 2026Unboxing page: there is no RGB.

No3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Specifications list lighting as N/A. Status LEDs are separate.

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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Dynamic3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

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

40mm1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

40mm5Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax22 kHz1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response 20-22,000 Hz. No wired or wireless distinction is stated.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz5Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Single published driver acoustic range. This is not a wireless transmission passband.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

36Ω1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Headphone Impedance 36 Ohm. Power state is not stated.

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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.

93dB1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Headphone Sensitivity 93 dBSPL. Trusted Reviews lists 92 dB. The maker value is stored. No power or voltage reference is stated.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

1%1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion < 1%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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96kHz5Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 202624-bit/96 kHz wireless audio is exclusive to PC mode through the receiver.

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

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24bits5Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026PC wireless playback. This is separate from 16-bit microphone capture.

DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review describes five onboard profiles and EQ settings saved to the device. Early software could save inconsistently. Supported active wireless connections are not specified.

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

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106Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Ten playback EQ bands. A separate microphone EQ is not counted.

EQ presets

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Signature Sound, Bass Boost, Bass and Treble Boost, Vocal Boost8Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026Playback presets discussed by the reviewer. USB-C is charging only.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

SteelSeries Sonar 360° Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D AudioTech, Microsoft Spatial Sound1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Maker: 360° Spatial Audio through Sonar. Also fully compatible with Tempest 3D audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.

Waves 3D Audio12Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/bizwire-2024-4-18-best-selling-gaming-accessory-brand-turtle-beach-unveils-new-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-launching-may-2024Read 23 October 2026PC software feature. A bundled paid licence is not established.

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

No6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026FAQ: SteelSeries claims noise cancelling only for the microphone. The headphones have no ANC claim.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026

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

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Close to the SoundGuys target through the bass and midrange, with reduced sub-bass. Treble rises above 2 kHz and peaks near 4 kHz.4Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys objective frequency-response measurements against its preference curve. Firmware 6.96.1480 and Swarm II 4.1.7 [56]. Connection and measurement rig are not named in the review.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Speech recordings are clear and natural. Loud traffic and office sounds remain audible, but voice stays intelligible.13Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys recordings in ideal, office and reverberant conditions. Firmware 6.96.1480 and Swarm II 4.1.7 [56]. Capture connection and rig are not named.

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 7 Wireless

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BTurtle Beach Atlas Air

Hours (h)
57

Source4Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 202657 hours continuous playback. Firmware 6.96.1480 and Swarm II 4.1.7 [56]. Review does not identify playback connection, level or processing settings. Unknown settings are omitted.

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

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57h=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 boom1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Detachable boom7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Detachable boom also flips upward to mute.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Bidirectional1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Microphone Polar Pattern: Bidirectional Noise Cancelling.

Unidirectional7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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.

Min100Max6,500Hz1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Min100 HzMax16 kHz7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

-38dB1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity -38 db on the maker page. The live 7P page and Guru3D give the reference as dBV/Pa.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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32kHz7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Maker advertises high-bandwidth 16-bit/32 kHz speech in wireless mode. The effective capture rate on Bluetooth is not established.

Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026ClearCast Gen 2 uses Sonar ClearCast AI algorithms on incoming and outgoing audio.

DSP8Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026Adjustable microphone noise gate. No AI claim is substituted.

Flip to mute

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Yes7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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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 mic1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Maker: mute with a red reminder light on the mic. The guide names it Microphone Mute LED.

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Sidetone

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Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

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

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Yes7Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Connectivity

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

Analog, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Analog, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

3.5 mm TRRS3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Package list: 5-pole to 4-pole 3.5 mm cable (4 ft / 1.2 m). Headset has a 3.5 mm wired audio jack.

3.5 mm TRRS9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Supplied 4-pole 3.5 mm source plug. Headset end is a 5-pole 3.5 mm plug.

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

3.5 mm3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

3.5 mm9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Longest supplied cable is the 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable. The 3.5 mm cable is 1.2 m.

1.8m9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB-C charging jack on the headset.

USB-C9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

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No8Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026

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

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Yes9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Maker explicitly describes passive wired headset use.

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

Included1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Compact USB-C wireless dongle in the box, with a USB-A extension cable.

Included9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 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-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026The dongle is USB-C. A USB-C to USB-A extension cable is supplied for USB-A ports.

USB-A9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 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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18.288m15Maker product pagebestbuy.com/site/turtle-beach-atlas-air-wireless-open-back-gaming-headset-for-pc-ps5-ps4-nintendo-switch-mobile-with-floating-earcup-black/6579298.pRead 23 October 2026Turtle Beach Support verified representative answer states maximum 60 feet. Converted exactly to 18.288 m. Environment affects range. The connection is not specified. The retailer table says 18 feet, which conflicts with its brand representative and is rejected.

Bluetooth

5.05Reviewguru3d.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-headset-review/page-2Read 11 October 2026Introduction lists Bluetooth 5.0. Trusted Reviews and the Amazon listing agree.6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026

5.29Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 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.

Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026FAQ: the 2.4 GHz wireless and the Bluetooth audio mix together.

No9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026QuickSwitch changes the audio and chat source between the receiver and Bluetooth. Tom's Hardware explicitly confirms no simultaneous playback.

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, SteamOS, Android, iOS, Meta Quest, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026PC, Mac, PS4 and PS5, Switch, mobile and Oculus Quest 2 (audio only). Steam Deck and Xbox are covered by other sources.2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 20267P page compatibility list: PS4 and PS5, PC, Mac, Switch (also ROG Ally and Steam Deck), mobile, Oculus Quest 2 audio only. 7X platforms come from the Tom's Guide review.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Review: the Xbox version works with PC, PS4, PS5, Switch and mobile phones, plus Xbox consoles.

Windows, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch9Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 202610Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless

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

Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Switch, mobile and Quest 2: wireless USB-C or Bluetooth. PlayStation does not support ChatMix. Microphone support is not stated per platform.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Xbox consoles use the Microsoft wireless protocol with the supplied dongle, so they are stored as 2.4 GHz.

BTurtle Beach Atlas Air

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS5	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS4	2.4 GHz	Not available
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz	Not available
Windows	Analog	Yes
PS5	Analog	Yes
PS4	Analog	Yes
Xbox Series X|S	Analog	Yes
Xbox One	Analog	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available

Source8Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 20269Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 202610Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026QSG confirms Nintendo Switch USB-A receiver setup. Maker page confirms PC and PlayStation receiver, Bluetooth for Windows/iOS/Android and analog console/PC playback. RTINGS and SoundGuys explicitly confirm full analog audio and microphone. Other route-specific mic support is unproven.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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800mAh11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery.

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 7 Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	38

Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 202638 hours on 2.4 GHz. The maker also states 26 hours with 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth together. That row has no single connection, so it is not stored. The headset has no ANC.

BTurtle Beach Atlas Air

Hours (h)
50

Source12Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/bizwire-2024-4-18-best-selling-gaming-accessory-brand-turtle-beach-unveils-new-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-launching-may-2024Read 23 October 2026Up to 50 hours. Connection, volume and processing settings are not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

38h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

38h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

USB-C11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

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120min13Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026Review says full charge takes under two hours. Stored 120 minutes is the published upper bound. It is not an exact timed result.

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

15min1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026USB-C Fast Charge: 15 mins for 6 hours play.

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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 pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

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Use while charging

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Yes4Reviewsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-atlas-air-review-129257Read 23 October 2026Wireless listening continues while charging. USB cable carries no audio.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026On-ear controls: volume dial, ChatMix dial, power, pairing, Bluetooth, mute.

Buttons, Volume wheel, In-line remote11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026QSG labels power, Bluetooth multifunction and QuickSwitch buttons, master volume wheel and inline wired volume.

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Wheel11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

Hardware dial1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026ChatMix dial works with Sonar on Windows 10 and 11. Mac and PlayStation do not support ChatMix. On the 7P the same dial adjusts sidetone instead.

Software6Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Swarm II balances game and chat channels on Windows. No hardware chat-mix dial.

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

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026Review describes a semi-elastic suspension strap held in by pins. The guide names it Elastic Headband.

Suspension strap3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 202611Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Headband material

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Mesh and elastic strap3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Frame material

PVD-coated steel headband1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Constructed around a PVD-coated steel headband.

Plastic3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Ear cup material

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Plastic3Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-atlas-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Ear pad material

AirWeave memory foam1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Breathable AirWeave memory foam cushions.

Athletic weave fabric with memory foam11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Overview marks the AirWeave ear cushions with an asterisk: find accessories and replacement parts at steelseries.com.

Yes11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Maker sells Atlas Air mod packs containing replacement ear cushions and headband strap.

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, Cables3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Asterisked parts in the overview: elastic headband, ear cushions and dongle. Accessory cables are also listed.

Ear pads, Headband strap, Boom microphone11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Software

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Companion app

SteelSeries GG (Engine and Sonar)1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Software requirements: GG with Engine, Windows 8.1 and above, Mac OS 10.13 and above. Sonar needs Windows 10 and above.

Turtle Beach Swarm II10Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026

App platforms

Windows, macOS1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

Windows, Android, iOS10Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026

User firmware updates

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Yes10Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026QSG instructs updates through Windows Swarm II or Android/iOS app.

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.

325g(11.5 oz)5Reviewguru3d.com/review/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wireless-headset-review/page-2Read 11 October 2026Spec table lists 325 g. Trusted Reviews also lists 325 g and Tom's Guide 11.5 oz. Amazon lists 323.85 g. The maker states no weight.6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-7-wirelessRead 11 October 2026Full specs table: Weight 325 G.

301g(10.6 oz)11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026Published 301 g with the detachable microphone installed. Cable inclusion is not stated.

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-HS313Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026Regulatory page prints FCC ID ZHK-HS31 for the wireless headset and ZHK-HS31TX for the transceiver. Model No. HS31. The Gen 2 guide prints the same headset ID.

XGB-HWBB000416Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/turtle-beach-atlas-air-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 23 October 2026Exact product technical table identifies headset XGB-HWBB0004 and transmitter XGB-HWAA0004 separately. Only headset ID stored. FCC search also identifies HWBB0004, but direct report retrieval returned 403.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Headset, Compact USB-C Wireless Dongle, USB-C to USB-A Dongle Extension Cable (5 ft / 1.5m), USB-C to USB-A Cable (5 ft / 1.5m), 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio Cable - 5 pole to 4 pole (4 ft / 1.2m), 2x Removable Magnetic Ear Plates, Product Information Guide1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Box content list on the maker page.

Atlas Air wireless open-back gaming headset, USB-A wireless transmitter, Removable microphone and windscreen, 1.8 m USB-A to USB-C charging cable, 1.8 m 3.5 mm audio cable, Carrying pouch, Quick start guide11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless

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

Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

BTurtle Beach Atlas Air

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C charging cable	1.8	1
3.5 mm analog audio cable with inline volume control	1.8	1

Source11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

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

None1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026The box content list has no case or pouch.

Soft11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Links

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Product page

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-72Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026

www.turtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

web.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-71Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220823153704/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-7Read 11 October 2026Archived maker page from launch day 2022-08-23. The live maker page now shows the 7P and 7X only.

www.turtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/atlas-air-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Manual

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_7_pig_web.pdfRead 11 October 2026

device.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdf10Owner's manualdevice.report/m/379729b3915dc8a4db9e50d338be223fdd92a12aca0d4ab9c0e13ef274840d6a_optim.pdfRead 23 October 2026Maker quick-start guide 426-248-005-500 RE, one-page foldout on a public mirror.

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.

1year8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0B15QM5LLRead 11 October 2026Amazon US spec list states warranty 1 Year. Guru3D states two years for the EU, so this is the US value.

1year14Retailer pagebestbuy.com/site/turtle-beach-atlas-air-wireless-open-back-gaming-headset-for-pc-ps5-ps4-nintendo-switch-mobile-with-floating-earcup-black/6579298.pRead 23 October 2026US listing gives one year parts and labor. Two-year retailer guarantees in Europe are not substituted. Other plainly erroneous Best Buy specs, including ANC, are not used.

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