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General

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Series

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

Stealth Pro1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

61661, HS321Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Maker page embedded color variations map 61661 to Obsidian and 61663 to Sage & Gold. Only Obsidian is the reference. Regulatory guide calls headset HS32.

TBS-2104-051Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker structured product offers map TBS-2104-05 to Xbox Black. PC/PlayStation TBS-5105-05 is a different edition. No unsafe PC variant is included.

GTIN / EAN

5707119048187, 8100529820906Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Exact selected Obsidian 61661 maker structured Product gives gtin13 5707119048187 and gtin12 810052982090. Sage Gold 61663 has different identifiers and is excluded.

8404544007556Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/710992/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-xb-blackRead 8 October 2026Mfr Part TBS-2104-05 and UPC 840454400755 identify exact Xbox Black retail package.

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

30 September 20254Press releasesteelseries.com/press/157-steelseries-new-flagship-arctis-nova-elite-brings-audiophile-grade-soundRead 8 October 2026Chicago September 30, 2025 official launch.

16 April 20263Press releasecorp.turtlebeach.com/news/news-details/2026/TURTLE-BEACH-UNVEILS-THE-ALL-NEW-STEALTH-PRO-II-WIRELESS-GAMING-HEADSET----FLAGSHIP-SOUND-COMFORT-AND-FLEXIBILITY--WITHOUT-COMPROMISE-2026-4_w7od5YE-/default.aspxRead 8 October 2026Maker announcement dated April 16, 2026. It names both platform editions.

Status

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

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-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.

$599.994Press releasesteelseries.com/press/157-steelseries-new-flagship-arctis-nova-elite-brings-audiophile-grade-soundRead 8 October 2026Available September 30 official MSRP NA USD 599.99. US excluding tax. Color editions use the same launch package and price.

$349.993Press releasecorp.turtlebeach.com/news/news-details/2026/TURTLE-BEACH-UNVEILS-THE-ALL-NEW-STEALTH-PRO-II-WIRELESS-GAMING-HEADSET----FLAGSHIP-SOUND-COMFORT-AND-FLEXIBILITY--WITHOUT-COMPROMISE-2026-4_w7od5YE-/default.aspxRead 8 October 2026Announcement gives MSRP $349.99 for both Xbox and PC editions. US launch price excluding sales tax, separate from current discounts.

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.

€649.994Press releasesteelseries.com/press/157-steelseries-new-flagship-arctis-nova-elite-brings-audiophile-grade-soundRead 8 October 2026Official EMEA launch retail MSRP EUR 649.99, including VAT as published. Not a current retail listing or later sale price.

€349.993Press releasecorp.turtlebeach.com/news/news-details/2026/TURTLE-BEACH-UNVEILS-THE-ALL-NEW-STEALTH-PRO-II-WIRELESS-GAMING-HEADSET----FLAGSHIP-SOUND-COMFORT-AND-FLEXIBILITY--WITHOUT-COMPROMISE-2026-4_w7od5YE-/default.aspxRead 8 October 2026Announcement gives European retail MSRP EUR 349.99 for both editions, as published. Exact Xbox TBS-2104-05 is also sold with the same UPC in EU retail. Euro launch price includes VAT as published.

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

US12Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/700091/steelseries-nova-elite-wrls-hdst-blkRead 8 October 2026US Micro Center retail listing for black Arctis Nova Elite. Obsidian 61661 exact reference is corroborated by the selected maker page.

US6Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/710992/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-xb-blackRead 8 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Obsidian1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

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

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

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

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear8Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-reviewRead 8 October 2026Key Specifications explicitly says Over-ear, closed-back. Same universal hardware in Sage Gold review and Obsidian reference.

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

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

Closed8Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-reviewRead 8 October 2026

Closed4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026Audio Performance describes this model as a closed-back gaming headset.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

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

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

Flat5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Design section explicitly says cups rotate flat, without inward folding.

Flat1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Premium Design states aluminum-reinforced lay-flat design. Tom's Hardware confirms 90-degree cup swivel. No inward fold is claimed.

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

Yes5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026

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

RGB lighting

No10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/steelseries-arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Public technical specification Control Rgb Lighting: No. Status/mute LEDs are not decorative RGB.

No4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026Specs table: Lighting None. Status LEDs are separate from decorative RGB.

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-eliteRead 8 October 2026Public Sound technical specification says Dynamic driver. Maker carbon-fiber/brass construction alone is not used to infer the transducer type. Its contradictory 105 dB/mW sensitivity is excluded in favor of maker 101 dB SPL/1 mW.

Dynamic4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026Audio Performance explicitly calls Eclipse dual drivers dynamic.

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

40mm2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

60mm1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

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21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 202660 mm Eclipse dual drivers have separate woofer and tweeter sections per ear cup. This is two sound-producing drivers per side, not two total for stereo.12Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026Excellent sound quality section explicitly says 60 mm woofer and separate tweeter in each ear cup. Its erroneous 40-hour combined battery summary and dongle/BT multipoint conflation are not used.

Diaphragm material

Carbon fiber1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

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Magnet

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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.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Speakers section single acoustic frequency response 10-40000 Hz. Not stored as wireless transmission bandwidth.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Single published speaker acoustic range 10 Hz to 40 kHz. No connection-specific transmission band is inferred.

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.

38Ω2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Speakers section 38 ohms. No power-state or test-frequency qualification given.

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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.

101dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026101 dB SPL at 1 kHz with 1 mW input. No powered/passive distinction 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.

Per 1 mW2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Speakers section explicitly less than 1%. Stored upper bound 1 with less-than qualifier here. Test level is not published.

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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.

96kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 202624-bit/96 kHz transmission over GameHub 2.4 GHz and supported Bluetooth high-resolution paths. Direct headset USB-C is charging-only.

96kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Certified High Resolution Wireless Audio explicitly gives 24-bit/96 kHz over the 2.4 GHz USB receiver path on compatible PC/system output. Xbox and PlayStation are limited to 16-bit/48 kHz. This is not a Bluetooth guarantee.

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

24bits1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

24bits1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Same compatible-system 2.4 GHz playback claim. It is distinct from microphone sampling.

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.

Yes7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/blog/arctis-nova-elite-user-guide-tips-and-tricksRead 8 October 2026Arctis Companion section explicitly says separate EQ profiles for 2.4GHz and Bluetooth are always saved. Bluetooth works without the GameHub, so this is not solely receiver software EQ.

Yes8Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-review-the-550-heavyweightRead 8 October 2026Xbox Edition review, tested Xbox Series X, Windows 11 and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Software section explicitly says settings save to the headset and EQ carried from phone to Xbox without a background app.

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

103Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 12-13 list adjustable 10-band playback EQ separately for 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Microphone also has 10 bands but is excluded. GG parametric software EQ is separate.

108Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-review-the-550-heavyweightRead 8 October 2026Software section explicitly identifies 10-band custom playback EQ. Microphone EQ is separate.

EQ presets

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Bass Boost, Signature Sound, Treble Boost, Vocal Boost1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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.

Tempest 3D AudioTech, Windows Sonic, SteelSeries Sonar Surround, DTS Headphone, Dolby Atmos2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026360 Spatial Audio list. DTS Headphone and Dolby Atmos footnote says sold separately. Platform/software restrictions apply.

Dolby Atmos1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Dolby Atmos on Xbox and PC. An included paid licence is not established by this support claim.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official sheet explicitly marks paid DTS Headphone and Dolby Atmos licences sold separately. Free host spatial audio compatibility does not count as an included paid licence.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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

Hybrid2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Microphones section explicitly states 4-mic hybrid active noise cancellation. Speech microphones are 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.

42Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

41Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Four microphones explicitly used for ANC. Additional voice microphones are not counted here.

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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25dB1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Advanced Active Noise Cancellation states up to 25 dB. Frequency and measurement method are not published. This is a maker claim, not independent measurement.

Transparency mode

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Adjustable transparency

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Transparency section explicitly says the Elite lacks dedicated wind-reduction for ANC.

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Measured

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

Default tuning has a dip near 5 kHz and a peak near 8 kHz. ANC changes the bass response, so EQ settings can depend on ANC state.5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Objective Measurements against SoundGuys house target, default tuning, stock pads. ANC-on/off bass comparison is stated. Test firmware and numerical deviation are not supplied.

Warm tuning with narrow treble peaks and dips. Wired and wireless frequency response stays similar.5Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-pro-iiRead 8 October 2026Public Audio Reproduction Accuracy paragraph. Exact Black Xbox sample documented in Differences Between Sizes And Variants, Methodology 2.3. Numeric scores and test settings are locked, so no protected data or inferred values 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

Boom-microphone samples retain speech against loud air-duster noise with maximum AI rejection, with more processing artifacts than lower settings.5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Public microphone demo/testing with compressed-air duster, maximum AI rejection. No numeric SNR or acoustic bandwidth is inferred. Secondary built-in speech mic is less clear than boom.

Boom microphone over the dongle with AI Noise Reduction keeps speech intelligible against loud steady background noise.5Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-pro-iiRead 8 October 2026Public Microphone verdict. Exact Black Xbox sample, boom mic, dongle, AI Noise Reduction enabled. Test Bench 2.3. Firmware and numeric speech-to-noise results are unavailable.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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

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Microphone

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

Retractable boom2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Detachable boom1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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.

Bidirectional2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026ClearCast boom bidirectional. Secondary on-ear mic is omnidirectional. Main speech mic is the retractable boom.

Unidirectional1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker says uni-directional. Cardioid or other narrower pattern is not inferred.

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

28Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-reviewRead 8 October 2026Key Specifications explicitly lists two voice microphones: one retractable boom and one on-ear mic. Four 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 HzMax14 kHz9Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-vs-steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Features and audio quality explicitly gives Elite boom acoustic response 100-14000 Hz, separately from Pro Wireless 100-6500 Hz. Independent secondary stated specification, not a microphone measurement or 32 kHz sampling rate.

Min100 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications Microphone Frequency: 100 Hz to 16 kHz. Digital sampling rate is separate. PC edition 32 kHz sampling is not stored for Xbox.

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

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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.

32kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Dual Microphone Modes explicitly gives 32 kHz sampling for boom and secondary speech microphone. This is not acoustic microphone response.

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

AI1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Mic with On-Board AI Noise Rejection, across platforms. Sonar processing is an additional PC option.

AI1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Flip to mute

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

Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

No2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete Xbox control map has no dedicated mute button. Boom mic flips to mute. Mode button and mix wheel are remappable, so this is default supplied control mapping.

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 mic5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Microphone section explicitly observes a visible red light illuminating on the mic when muted.

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Sidetone

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes8Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-review-the-550-heavyweightRead 8 October 2026Reviewer tested microphone monitoring on the exact Xbox edition. It is quiet by default.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes8Reviewmkaugaming.com/all-review-list/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-review-the-550-heavyweightRead 8 October 2026Mic-monitor slider is adjustable in Swarm II. Review describes increasing it beyond 85 percent.

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

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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, Bluetooth2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Headset 3.5 mm audio and 2.4 GHz/Bluetooth wireless. Three GameHub USB-C host ports feed proprietary 2.4 GHz, not direct USB-C headphone playback.

USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Product headline explicitly supports wired high-resolution audio. Exact Xbox QSG confirms USB-C PC audio playback. 2.4 GHz and simultaneous Bluetooth are explicit.

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

3.5 mm TRRS8Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-reviewRead 8 October 2026In the Box identifies 3.5 mm 5-pole headset end to 3.5 mm 4-pole source plug. Source 4-pole plug is TRRS. The proprietary headset-end contact count has no dedicated schema field.

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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.

3.5 mm3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

1.5m3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

2m1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 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-C2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

USB-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 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.

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Connectivity explicitly states direct headset USB-C carries charging only, not audio. USB host ports on GameHub are separate.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 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.

Yes5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Analog 3.5 mm powers headset off, disabling EQ/ANC, while passive playback and boom mic still work.

No5Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-pro-iiRead 8 October 2026Public Travel verdict explicitly states there is no 3.5 mm input. Exact Xbox QSG only documents active USB-C playback, not passive analog.

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

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

Included1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-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-C3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026GameHub has native USB-C host connectors. Supplied USB-A cables do not make a native USB-A connector.

USB-A11Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026In the Box explicitly includes wireless USB-A transmitter. Charging/transmitter dock has USB-C cable input, but the standalone supplied receiver has native USB-A. Cable adapters do not make it Both.

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

5.32Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

5.31Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-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.

SBC, LC3, LC3+2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3+LE Audio explicitly names SBC, LC3, LC3+ and multipoint. Host codec support and firmware conditions apply.

LDAC10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-pro-iiRead 8 October 2026Differences section explicitly identifies tested Black Xbox sample. Public comparisons explicitly state LDAC for higher-quality Bluetooth streaming. Maker FAQ distinguishes PC-edition 24-bit/96kHz Hi-Res Bluetooth, without naming Xbox codecs. Exact firmware is locked. No Xbox 24-bit/96kHz Bluetooth capability, launch-time LDAC or LC3plus Bluetooth support is inferred.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bluetooth section explicitly states both streams play simultaneously. GameHub mixes USB1 with either USB2 or USB3, plus Bluetooth and analog line input. Not all three USB streams mix at once.

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

Fast pairing

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Base station

GameHub with 3 USB-C host inputs, 3.5 mm line input/output and spare-battery charger3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

CrossPlay 2.0 transmitter dock with spare-battery charging slot2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026CrossPlay 2.0 connects up to four receiver sources with switching. The supplied dock plus one USB-A transmitter provide two receiver sources. Additional transmitters are sold separately.

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, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Android, iOS, Meta Quest3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manual page 3 names Xbox One in addition to Series S/X. Official specs extend USB-C wireless/Bluetooth support to Switch 2, iPhone, Android and Meta Quest 2/3. Platform path microphone cells stay unknown unless independently proved.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact Xbox model maker platform list plus named iOS and Android app/mobile support. Platform routes are separately documented. No Nintendo or Mac support is 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 Elite

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Xbox One	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch 2	2.4 GHz
Android	2.4 GHz
iOS	2.4 GHz
Meta Quest	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth
Nintendo Switch 2	Bluetooth
Meta Quest	Bluetooth

Source3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026GameHub links to host through USB and transmits to headset over 2.4 GHz. Xbox uses designated third port. Switch TV mode and USB-C mobile/Quest paths are maker-stated. Bluetooth rows are exact named routes from official spec sheet.

BTurtle Beach Stealth Pro II (Xbox)

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
Windows	USB
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Xbox setup uses dock Xbox switch and USB host cable for the 2.4 GHz link. Optional included dongle plugs into PC/PlayStation. USB-C port explicitly carries PC audio. Phone call controls are documented over Bluetooth. Mobile OS and PS4/5 compatibility are confirmed on maker page. Unknown mic support cells remain omitted.

Official licence

Microsoft Xbox2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Battery and charging

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

670mAh3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory battery information, printed page 62, identifies supplied NP-45A pack with rated 3.7 V, capacity 670 mAh and energy 2.479 Wh. Chinese regulatory text explicitly calls 670 mAh rated capacity. Official specification sheet separately gives 700 mAh typical. Stored value uses rated one-pack 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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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

22Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

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

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

Hours (h)
30

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two hot-swappable batteries rated 30 hours EACH. Stores one-pack runtime, not 60-hour combined rotation. Connection, ANC, codec and volume not specified.

BTurtle Beach Stealth Pro II (Xbox)

Hours (h)
40

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Two packs rated up to 40 hours EACH. Stored 40 hours per one active headset battery, not 80 hours combined. ANC, connection, volume and codec conditions are not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

USB-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026USB-C on the headset. The included dock charges the spare removable pack separately.

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

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

15min2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

4h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026USB Fast Charge 15 min for up to 4 hours of play. ANC and volume conditions are not stated.

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Use while charging

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Yes5Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-pro-iiRead 8 October 2026Wired Gaming public verdict says active battery charges while wired and in use.7Maker product pageuk.turtlebeach.com/blog/how-long-should-gaming-headset-battery-lastRead 8 October 2026Maker battery-life guide states Turtle Beach wireless headsets support play-while-charging via USB-C, and its table explicitly includes Stealth Pro II. Independently confirmed on exact Black Xbox RTINGS sample.

Charging dock or stand

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

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

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Dial3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Volume control

Wheel3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Wheel2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-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 dial3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 10-11 volume/control wheel switches to ChatMix on PC/Xbox. PC requires Sonar download. PlayStation does not support ChatMix. SourceMix is separate from game/chat balancing.

Hardware dial2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Controls page labels Game/Chat Mix wheel. Exact maker FAQ restricts Xbox-edition game/chat balance to Xbox. PC game/chat firmware additions were searched but not established from an accessible exact maker changelog.

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-pro-ii-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 strap1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026Comfortable section explicitly describes suspended inner headband.

Suspension strap3Press releasecorp.turtlebeach.com/news/news-details/2026/TURTLE-BEACH-UNVEILS-THE-ALL-NEW-STEALTH-PRO-II-WIRELESS-GAMING-HEADSET----FLAGSHIP-SOUND-COMFORT-AND-FLEXIBILITY--WITHOUT-COMPROMISE-2026-4_w7od5YE-/default.aspxRead 8 October 2026Announcement explicitly says mesh fabric suspension headband.

Headband material

Faux leather exterior with cloth suspension strap5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026

Mesh fabric3Press releasecorp.turtlebeach.com/news/news-details/2026/TURTLE-BEACH-UNVEILS-THE-ALL-NEW-STEALTH-PRO-II-WIRELESS-GAMING-HEADSET----FLAGSHIP-SOUND-COMFORT-AND-FLEXIBILITY--WITHOUT-COMPROMISE-2026-4_w7od5YE-/default.aspxRead 8 October 2026

Frame material

Cold-rolled steel and die-cast aluminum1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

Anodized aluminum1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Ear cup material

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Soft-touch plastic with metal speaker plates4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-ii-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design and Comfort explicitly states plastic earcups and machined metal plates.

Ear pad material

Vegan leather over memory foam1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

Athletic weave fabric and memory foam1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes5Measurementsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite-review-143999Read 8 October 2026Public review explicitly says pads can be replaced. Maker sells exact Elite replacement cushions.

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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

Battery packs, Magnetic speaker plates, Suspension headband3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manual describes battery swaps, magnetic plate removal/replacement and adjustable elastic headband mounting. Ear pads are added separately when supported by maker replacement page.

Battery packs, Detachable boom microphone2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026QSG describes replacing the battery beneath the magnetic outer plate and detachable boom mic. Decorative speaker plate is not an ear pad.

Software

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Companion app

SteelSeries GG and Arctis Companion2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

App platforms

Windows, macOS, iOS, Android2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Arctis App requires iOS 15.6/Android 9 or above. GG requires Windows 10 or MacOS 10.13 or above. Sonar capabilities are limited to Windows.

Windows, iOS, Android1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

User firmware updates

Yes7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/blog/arctis-nova-elite-user-guide-tips-and-tricksRead 8 October 2026FAQ explicitly says headset firmware can be updated through SteelSeries GG on PC or Mac.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-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.

380g(13.4 oz)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Headphones 380 g as published, no detachable-cable qualification.

382g(13.5 oz)1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly distinguishes 382 g without detachable boom microphone from 393 g with it attached.

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.

Width168.4Height192.6Depth88.7mm(6.6 × 7.6 × 3.5 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Design Dimensions HxWxD: 192.6x168.4x88.7 mm. Reordered to schema WxHxD. Carrying-case folded thickness is not a headset dimension.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Japan Audio Society certified Hi-Res Audio Wireless, explicitly stated. The general wired high-resolution claim does not prove a separate wired certification.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

ZHK-HS323Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory section explicitly identifies headset FCC ID ZHK-HS32, model HS32. GameHub ZHK-HS32TX is separate and excluded.

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Other certifications

TCO Certified13Certification listtcocertified.com/product-finder/indexRead 8 October 2026Official TCO Product Finder lists ARCTIS NOVA ELITE in Headsets, certified 2026-08-13 and valid until 2027-11-19. Exact HS32 manual also contains the TCO Certified statement. Later certification is not described as a launch certification.

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In the box

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In the box

Arctis Nova Elite headset, Wireless GameHub, Second lithium-ion battery, 3 USB-C to USB-A cables, 3.5 mm audio cable, Microphone pop filter, Headset carry bag, Product Information Guide3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Stealth Pro II for Xbox headset, Detachable boom microphone, CrossPlay transmitter dock, 2 rechargeable batteries, USB wireless transmitter, USB-A to USB-C cable, Hard-shell storage case2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Package Contents page names this exact Xbox package. QSG lists two batteries total, including installed pack.

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

ASteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A	1.5	3
3.5 mm analog audio	1.2	1

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

BTurtle Beach Stealth Pro II (Xbox)

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C charging and transmitter cable	2	1

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

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

Soft3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide Package Contents says Headset Carry Bag. Public SoundGuys review describes soft leather pouch. Not a rigid hard-shell case.

Hard1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Links

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Product page

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-elite1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 20266Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-eliteRead 8 October 2026

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

Spec sheet

media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.steelseriescdn.com/filer_public/64/1f/641f4ffb-f816-4055-b1c5-8e16e4bb8e27/an_elite_specs_light.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official two-page Arctis Nova Elite specification sheet. Both colors share the documented headset, GameHub and audio design.

www.turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-pro-ii-headsetRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications section of this exact maker product page. No separate maker datasheet PDF was found.

Manual

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdf3Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_elite_pig_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026

cdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.turtlebeach.com/device/qig/stealth-pro-ii/stealth-pro-ii_390-6319-v1.pdfRead 8 October 2026STEALTH PRO II for XBOX QSG. Exact Xbox edition, not a PC model guide.

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

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Warranty

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

1year11Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/221391568-Warranty-Policy-How-do-I-claim-my-warranty-and-what-does-it-coverRead 8 October 2026North American standard limited warranty at least 1 year. US Obsidian reference. Optional/member extended coverage, European statutory/minimum cover and refurb warranties are excluded. Exact US Micro Center listing corroborates 1 year.

1year9Maker product pagesupport.turtlebeach.com/articles/en_US/Knowledge/218942167-Warranty-and-End-User-LicenseRead 8 October 2026LIMITED USA & CANADA WARRANTY: new retail Turtle Beach hardware one year. Stealth Pro II is not the separate Elite headset family named in the two-year exception. US TBS-2104-05 reference. Statutory rights and retailer plans excluded.

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