Thank you all that have came by for this extravaganza, is was so much fun, but I’m ready for a break 😂 I hope it was helpful, thanks again!!

@luchisuavey9930

2 жыл бұрын

You forgot to test the Corsair HS80’s vs the nova pro wireless 👀

@ReconWarrior26

2 жыл бұрын

I loved the extravaganza! Very helpful to know the differences between different products. And I know you need a break, lol, but one headset I just thought about that might be a nice comparison would be the SteelSeries against the Corsair HS80's (and no, I didn't read the comment above mine, lol!). Different price bracket, I know, but it would be nice to know anyway. Thank you for what you do and the time you put into this!

@TechGuy42ilm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your hard work. I just picked up the nova pro wireless and returned it but got the wired. I have the virtuoso xt and man the sound on the wired compared to the corsair is phenomenal. The details I hear with the nova pro wired is crazy. I guess I never knew what I was missing.

@jakefromstatefarm2.045

2 жыл бұрын

try gamesense clutch its really good

@wrathcaster2555

2 жыл бұрын

@@luchisuavey9930 give the guy a break man, he just did loads of headsets all week, he can't do every headset lol

I had buyer's remorse and returned my wired Arctis Nova Pro's w/GameDAC. I have the OG Arctis Pro w/GameDAC and I swear, unless I'm an OCD Audiophile, I could NOT tell the difference between the 2 headsets using my personal custom EQ settings (in terms of sound and immersion). Plus $250 is quite a price tag for an upgrade. I say if you already own a pair of Arctis Pros w/GameDAC, it's not worth the extra $250. But that's just me. Thanks for the awesome review, Techne!!

@SlabbyMess

Жыл бұрын

I tried using my arctis pros on next gen and they sound horrible since I can’t use optical cable

@0sxvr

Жыл бұрын

I can’t even Hear food steps in warzone with my wireless arctis pro I tried so many EQs and it’s still not good

@SlabbyMess

Жыл бұрын

@@0sxvr what system

@0sxvr

Жыл бұрын

@@SlabbyMess pc

@glockoma3360

Жыл бұрын

@@0sxvr warzone or warzone 2.0? I know in the original wz the step sounds were already trash

This has been fun to watch Techne. I’ve never been able to stick with a Arctis because of the lack of height adjustment. These new ones fit much better. I think the wired version has a lot of advantages for me personally. Ability to change pads, no ANC nubs…no ANC nubs, better sound, $100 cheaper, no ANC nubs, better microphone, oh and no ANC nubs.

@amirkaragozlu

2 жыл бұрын

same bro i ve returned mine after 2 weeks . the pain they caused me isnt worth it but now the adjustable size is so much better .

@Agentfirestarter

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@kylitrixgames4980

2 жыл бұрын

What are ANC nubs and why do you keep repeating something that no-one even knows what it is?

@MaDDeX93

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylitrixgames4980 active noise cancelling

@adamfink8730

2 жыл бұрын

Everyone knows what it is

When he said "You probably already have them," I felt that.

@kylitrixgames4980

2 жыл бұрын

I don't care what you felt, get lost.

This guy is quite literally my favorite tech reviewer/audio file. Keep up the amazing work!

I got the Nova Pro wireless yesterday coming from the Arctis Pro wireless and I think the sound quality has been far improved. The clarity coming out of the Nova Pro wireless is like something I've never heard before. they sound better than my Airpods Max imo. Really happy I upgraded.

@GOF313

7 ай бұрын

Would you say its the best headset for gaming that you've owner so far?

@thraxberserker9960

5 ай бұрын

Hahahahahahahaha

@HEAR_Instrumentals

3 ай бұрын

Are you deaf?

@johnvari3231

3 ай бұрын

@@GOF313 sorry for the delayed reply. Yes, this is my favorite gaming headset I’ve owned.

@johnvari3231

3 ай бұрын

@@HEAR_Instrumentals yeah.

This has been a Tech-tastic week. We appreciate all your hard work. Thank you for breaking down Nova Pros for us 👏🏿👏🏻👏🏽

On the Wireless Pro, I upgraded to the Nova’s Wireless and had to return it because they took out the MixChat feature for PlayStation and that’s a huge flaw for me. the other 2 disappointments where the feeling of the new controls and the feel of the base, they both felt less premium than the OG. everything else I was very excited about, but unfortunately I went back to the OG and probably will wait for something else. Thanks for the review brother.

@lukadraksler5742

Жыл бұрын

Wait they took out the MixChat feature? Just for the PS or they just flat took it out?

What a fun week. Thanks for putting all of this together, great-honest stuff. I've watched those videos so much, that I'm feeling annoyed by that metal noise-canceling thing, even without having the headset :D

Thank you so much for making this. This is exactly what we all want to know. Old vs New... is it worth the upgrade?

Thanks so much for this video. I bought my original Arctis Pro wireless a couple years back because of your recommendation. Mine are still in great condition and i think ill hold off on upgrading. Thanks again for all the info.

With the base station for the new wireless it's nice that they gave it a slant for the screen to make it easier to read in most cases. Now if only the dial was at an angle too. Whenever you press the dial you have to hold the station to not push it back. Kind of a major oversight for something that is $350.

@mannyfresh7065

2 жыл бұрын

Dude good point! So annoying!

@mannyfresh7065

2 жыл бұрын

How about I can’t change Bluetooth volume on the wireless like I used to. Also can’t have the oled screen turn off after X time in settings. Can only dim

@tylernx

2 жыл бұрын

I just use some 3m adhesive anyways. I hate stuff on my desk moving around so I guess i didn’t notice lok

@guatobean2869

Жыл бұрын

Can you use the base station with the old arctis pro model?

@K-----

Жыл бұрын

@@guatobean2869 No idea. I only had the old versions.

Damn, The Penrose.. Fine audio quality. I suppose. Not really a difference from the Arctis Pro Wireless.. But what a incredibly bad connectivity, I needed to unplu and plug in my USB again and again, and again... Charge system is worse, And not for long gaming sessions. I have brought these headset back in a week and bought my Arctis pro's. Best decision I made!

I started watching ur videos an official subscriber love the vibe an your honest opinion all the products BIG thanks

I loved my Arctis Pros. It was everything I wanted in a headset. Decent sound, great range and great versatility. But after 6 months of having them, both ear cups fractured where the headband connects. I tried everything I could to save them but I couldn't. Until Arctis resolves this issue, I will never own another.

@GameFanaTICK386

Жыл бұрын

Same issue, but it took like almost two years

@benmercer9898

Жыл бұрын

that literally happened to me today 😭

@eladwaitzman3426

Жыл бұрын

After 3 years ut didn't happen to mine

I’m excited been waiting for this you are the first to do this I’m so happy thank you so much definitely spreading the word

After trying the Nova Pro Wireless and the original Pro Wireless, I prefer the original. The ANC nub was really annoying and they didn't feel as comfortable. I even tried the Hyper X Alpha wireless, Even though that one was more comfortable than the nova Pro's, It had an issue on PS5, where every few hours it would just disconnect, The sound was also really muddy on the Alpha's. I decided to just stick with the Pro Wireless that I already own and got the VZR headset to use in the meantime. Hopefully we get more comfortable options next year for wireless headsets.

They are a bit secretive about the DAC and how they prove the audio difference. It’s very hard to find any info about the chips and the differences. They don’t advertise it. They both play HiRes audio at the same sample rate so theoretically unless the sound difference is in the chip it’s being done via the software. Thank you for the honest video very few reviewers have done compared the old and new, much appreciated.

The Nova Pro Saga comes to an end, great work! I still believe you can't go wrong with Steelseries Arctis headsets, old or new, they are well rounded and you can wear the heck out of them all day long.

@Eula7x

2 жыл бұрын

having a big head really was hurtful on the arctis tho

Man thank you so much for this video. I love my og wireless and will probably keep them till they break. Great job on all your video's.

Ive had my Arctis pro wireless almost 6 years now and all I’ve done is get some cooking gel wicked cushionz for it. Still works amazing

love watching your videos man! glad i watched this. im not gonna upgrade yet because my pro wireless are still perfect.

I think the best part of the arctis pro wireless is the fact that they have a flat sound out of the box

Thanks for covering what I was looking for - the mic, same blah mic. and thanks for the heads up on the hot ears !

Thanks for the great video but there are some explanations that i want to do for you and others watching this video, you should’ve tested mic of the wired versions headsets because they’re much better then the wireless version, less noise + less compression + much more clear voice. you can notice it in the other videos like that you made like the the “steelseries arctis pro vs wireless” 11:00 & “WHAT VERSIONS SHOULD YOU BUY? Steelseries arctis nova wired VS Wirless” 3:11

Exactly the video I was waiting for. Love my current AWP especially with WC earpads. I’m a big tech nerd and was debating “upgrading “ but decided to wait for your videos Techne and you did not disappoint. I will be riding with the OG AWP until the hinges break, then I’ll update to the new ones. Thanks again and great vid as always

I just buy 3 steelseries headsets (1,3,7) seeing your reviews and all them are amazing! Always great, regards from Brazil.

I think the biggest point of interest is that my understanding is Arctis Pro Wireless needs an extractor for the Optical audio, whereas the Nova Pro Wireless uses usb. Or am I wrong?

I'm a bass junkie here. Thank you so much for comparing bass on both models!

This is something I was very curious about! I bought my old arctic wireless pros over a year ago and they're incredible! I appreciate you touching on this topic

Great series. Very informative and had fun watching them all

That chair looks amazing! Nice review!

Glad I found a supper honest reviewer!!!! Thanks for the info. I have a brand new set of artic pro wireless and I was wanting to upgrade. But I will wear these out a Lil more before getting the nova wireless. Thanks

Loved all of this! Thanks so much for all of the hard work.

I dont want this extravaganza to end! You should this more, its awesome!!

I swear its like they knew alot of us arctis owners headsets are dying all around the same time 😂

300 bucks and all my friends gunna clown my mic? aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

I own both the wireless versions. I’m taking the new nova headset back to Best Buy. The nova version does have more bass like he says but not by a lot. I like using the sidetone function on my original headset, but for some reason I can not get it to work on the new nova headset. No matter what setting I put the sidetone at it all sounds like it’s off. I’m just happy with my original head set. One more thing with the new nova headset when you power off the headset the Bluetooth function stays on. You basically have to turn off the headset twice in order to fully power off the headset.

Literally the video I’ve been waiting on!

I enjoyed every bit of this series.We appreciate the content.

You absolute crazy person....go take a nap. You've earned it. Last day of summer vacation vibes for this video.

And boom! The comparison ive been waiting for. I actually just asked for this comparison yesterday and expected an answer but you delivered a full comparison video instead. Dude you are a god send. Ill be staying with my original Wired pros for now until it either breaks or Steel series delivers something new thats mind blowing. Thankyou and god bless man! 🙌

@justaguyzopinion6970

2 жыл бұрын

SPAM

Hey, Great video, but where are the links to the chair? Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these vids man.

I think Techne is a mind reader......as someone with an Arctis Pro Wireless I was wondering about an update Keep up the content!

Just discovered your channel. You give great reviews. Just wish I saw this before I bought a game dac and headset.

We love you man! I hope the channel grows and grows 👍

Re: the build - My point of break is exactly what you said - the plastic busted on my Arctis Pro wired right where the metal joint connects to the earpiece! But I loved these headphones for everything else so thank you for this video as I decide what to replace them with!

I havent tried the new one yet, but I have had two pairs of the old pro wireless. I LOVE the headset so much, but with one major flaw for me and my big head. The spot you pointed out where the old pro looks like it want to break (where the metal hook meets the ear piece) has broken twice on me over time. My second pair hasn't completely broke yet technically, but there's a crack that has formed in the plastic right by where the metal meets the plastic and I know over time it'll snap. Probably not the case with people who have smaler heads than I do, but if you got a pretty big head, its something to keep in mind. Hopefully with the new ones having all plastic right there, there wont be as much presure on the plastic ear cups

Main thing I’m gonna fine out is comfort. I don’t think most headphones are comfortable but the OG pro wired were so comfy and just broke on me after 4 years

For me it’s the missing features from Arctis Pro to Nova Pro. I no longer can change Bluetooth volume. Chatmix sometimes work sometimes it doesn’t. I have to restart my dac. You can’t have the OLED turn off the screen anymore only able to dim it. Idk hoping just a firmware update will fix it

there couldnt possibly have been a better coverage for those headsets. thanks techne

Cheers Techne, such an awesome comparison of these new Nova’s, so much detail and hard work gone in to this mate really appreciate these reviews. Great refresher seeing our classics against a 2022 model. Can’t wait to see what the likes of Crosair, Audeze etc. do next. Well deserved break indeed 👍

I love these headphones because they have nice hearing with good quality plus 3D quality sound likely you have esp. but in hearing only

Sei un Maestro, Grazie. Confronto eccellente 🔥👏

this was the actual video that I wanted more than anything else.

Let me say Techne is my favorite reviewer on U Tube .After trying every headset known to man including the Astro a50's I settled on the A20 wireless from Astro. I have a big head and found these to be the most comfortable. The sound is plenty good for me. I had been using the Arctis 7 but got tired of the clumsy power button. Was able to buy a 2nd usb dongle so I can use these on my PS5 and PC with just one headset. Bought them refurbed at Amazon for 65 bucks.

I just want to thank you for this few past videos. You really helped me to chose my next headset (i wanted to go with steelseries nova pros wirelles but i ended up choosing the Audeze Penrose).

@anthonybostock7515

2 жыл бұрын

Good headset but in interference did my head in

@paulysmallz8095

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the sound is hard to beat if you don’t have crackling or popping but damn the battery sucks and they are not comfortable out of the box

@drowd1383

2 жыл бұрын

Can I ask what made you choose Penrose?

@nikobrul7994

2 жыл бұрын

@@drowd1383 the most important thing for me is sound. And for the comfort i will get some Wicked coushions. And i wont walk around much while using them.

@paulysmallz8095

2 жыл бұрын

@@drowd1383 same here the sound is really that good and if you mod them with the cushions and a headband cover especially if you are bald they are in a better spot comfort wise and you can charge them while you use so I just got a 10foot USB-c the drivers are very sensitive so you really have to be careful not to damage them and the they work will always have a bit of the crackling sound when there is no audio it’s just the way Planar Magnetic are

Great review I love watching them as I am a content creator and love having the edge over my opponents. Thank you for another banger of a review and helping me make a better choice in headsets

I have a huge head so I'm glad to see we get the swivel now. I loved the arctis bit it was simply too small. Gonna give the nova's a try 😊

Hey Techne. Love the channel man. LOVE IT. Exactly the kind of reviews I was looking for. I do have a question about the arms on the nova pro wireless. I have a set of the original Arctis Pro Wireless all of a sudden the mic is messed up. so I watched your video and then I bought a set of the Nova Pro Wireless. But I am seeing a lot of reviews where people say that the arm breaks. Do you think the build quality seems flimsy in that area. Is it something to worry about over time? Just wondering if you would comment on that.

back here again sincei found out theres new headset from steelseries. thanks for the review!

That video helped out a bunch, thanks dude!

Thank you for your honest review! Great as always

@TheTechne

8 ай бұрын

thanks

The Arctis Pros (wireless or wired, doesn't matter) are prone to breaking on the right cup, specifically at the connection point. You see it on the forums all the time and on Reddit; I've also had three pairs, treated them like gold and within six months, each pair developed a hairline crack (that started with a loud SNAP) from the connection point to the pad. The current pair is being held together with contact cement, and even THAT is failing under the pressure and turning white. SS needs to offer a version with at LEAST partially metal cups, but they never would, because their headsets would last too long. I never had this problem with the Siberia 650s, but those things were built to last. Only issue I ever had with those was the headset wiring disconnecting internally.

Nice Video man, my only complain is about the Battery on the OG Headset, its my daily driver since over two years now and it lasts about 16-20 hours.

Thank you very much for this review it really helped me decide if I am going to buy the new arctis nova pro. As always! you did excellent on this review!

I had the old wired one it was good with one major flaw which is the plastic thing that hold the speakers broke off after few months of use 🤷🏻 I am tempted to get the new wireless one but I fear the same going to happen with it

I’m still rocking Siberia 800s. Had them for 6 years and still sound amazing. How much better would these be ?

thank you soooo much i was waiting for this since they released . thanks man ❤

@amirkaragozlu

2 жыл бұрын

i have returned the actis pro last week because they're too small for my head and i ordered the nova pro wired the same day you reviewed them . and i m glad i did .

The nova pro mic definitely does sound a lot better on ps5 party chat idk about anything else tho on party chat is sounds great

I was literally about to press buy on the new ones after two years of the Arctis Pro GameDAC (which are still as excellent as day one) & really - I'm glad I watched this. I used to be a sucker to upgrade everything to the latest & greatest, but losing my main business to Covid has made me re-think significant purchases - I don't think the jump warrants the big spend. In the same way my RTX 2080 4000 USD laptop doesn't need upgraded to or looking at specs my oneplus8 Pro isn't enormously different to a Samsung S22 Ultra. My rule now is any upgrade I make needs to be PS4-PS5 level of upgrade.

@tabernaclejones6115

Жыл бұрын

Depending on what your cpu is, ur laptop is probably faster than a ps5 already. A ps5 gpu is equivalent to a 2070 super. Apparently.

Questions that I still need answered that you never covered.. 1. Do you need to do a firmware update with the wired Nova Pro headset to use for Ps5 . ( I know there is one for PC.) 2. How does ChatMix work on the wired Nova Pro headset for PS5? I play FPS and I need to adjust chat volume on the fly so this is important. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP! Thanks.

@Drake23x23

2 жыл бұрын

@@Flymike_5 thanks. I appreciate that.

@Juice_VI

2 жыл бұрын

I did no firmware update to use my nova wired on PS5. There is no chat mix for PS5 on any headset unless you use a Sony headset. You can adjust it in the PlayStation settings if you are in a party. That’s your only option.

@Drake23x23

2 жыл бұрын

@@Juice_VI so when you plugged it into ur ps5 the DAC didn't say update firmware? Maybe the firmware update really is only for PC. Thanks for the help though.

@Drake23x23

2 жыл бұрын

@@Juice_VI and at least you can manually adjust party chat volume, better than nothing.

@Juice_VI

2 жыл бұрын

@@Drake23x23 sure, no problem. No it didn’t say anything about updating the firmware. Works perfectly fine.

Did you make a video of the 9x vs nova 7x? Also nice chair been shopping around for one and that's looking pretty good.

I have neither, but from wearing display models at my local PC stores, the old models are extremely comfortable. However, it seems they're more expensive than the newer models when I search for them. Any advice for this situation? Is it worth paying more for the older models?

Great video, gunna keep my old ones thank you

The grind don’t stop!

Use a T8 security torx to tighten the screws. Every one of my screws were loose. 1 missing (9x)

I love my 7P+’s and got Wicked Cushions ear cuffs on the way tomorrow

One thing I feel wasn’t talked about is that the wire in the old ones feels really thin, they tangle really easily compared to others. So I probably wouldn’t go for the new wired one again with steel series.

@tabernaclejones6115

Жыл бұрын

They make all the wires in all there peripherals replaceable, but yeah my old arcits 7 cord ended up in the vacuum bc it got all tangled up.

Great job with all of these vids! Now on to everything in the Razer line, right??? ;)

I have money laying around and I’m upgrading. The new ones looks so much more cozy and more adjustable. The only Gripe I have about the old ones is the fit. New ones look much more cozy. Thanks Techne!

@mannyfresh7065

2 жыл бұрын

Be careful. Wireless has the microphone in ear cushion not flush. It might hit your ear. For me they’re uncomfortable but got them As a warranty replacement (they upgraded me). I really hope ear cushion replacements come out. Wired ones can be changed. Wireless at the moment none exist.

@3_kids_one_shot726

2 жыл бұрын

@@mannyfresh7065 I’m looking at the wired model

I'm worried that the new Arctis Nova Pro wireless won't sound as good in wireless mode vs the old Arctis Pro Wireless due to the ability to plug in Optical sound and still use them wireless. I'm wondering if you are able to obtain the same sound experience as optical with the new USB option? I have been running the optical port on PC as I feel it's a better experience than USB on the older Arctis Pro Wireless.. Would really appreciate some help if it's possible to obtain that nice optical sound experience on the new Arctis Nova Pro wireless with the Sonar software...

Don’t let the negative comments get to you man after all my research and tech reviewers your the best one out of all of them I mean that don’t stop doing what you do

Black friday sale in Denmark. 200 euro for Arctis Pro and 225 for Arictics Nova Pro. Which ones? My only concern is that the leather on the Nova Pro will get too hot for the ears over time?

Came into this video with the Nova Pro Wireless in the basket to replace the much loved Arctis wireless pros.....very good review with plenty of information, plus you saved me £350. Will wait till SteelSeries brings us a true upgrade. That said, having a PC and PS5, the new ones would make swapping between devices more convenient. Ooooof now it's back in the basket and imma going to have to watch more reviews. Cheers for the content.

First thing I noticed with wireless one and transmitter you can’t charge the batteries all the time. It’s not powered by the wall, only the type c port in the desktop for me.

Got the upgrade because my bunny ate through my cord on my Arctis pro wired, I went with the Arctis Nova Pro Wired since the mic sounded better and you have a better frequency range almost 20,000 more on the wired vs the wireless, plus I don’t use the Bluetooth feature and my Xbox and PC both sit at my computer desk

been rocking the arctis 5 for a loooong time now, think i'm finally upgrading

I have the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless and to be honest, the biggest update i was looking for was some sort of material lineing instead the battery change earcup compartment. As I would say 99% of people change the battery when they hear the beep with the headset on and just to hear that clacking and thumping when you changing the battery is annoying. I do enjoy the headset but the very minor differences isnt enough to upgrade, Im happy with the Wireless Pro.

5:23 After using the headset for 4 years the plastic finally got so used that it broke a small piece and it just popped out of that (I drop it like a bitch from time to time) so id say with highly recommended use, thats its durable and was worth all the money i paided for it AT THE TIME (just upgraded to nova, praying it holds out just as long) :)

Love the content... I would love to hear your thoughts on the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal headset as I still can't make my mind up yet... 😭

So I had the Arctic Pro wired, and the housing of one of the cups broke on me, so as I was looking around, I found the Nova Pro Wireless at $250 on Best Buy. I think for the price point, they were worth it! I wish I had watched your reviews prior tho, but they still don't disappoint. I have loved them since and been more careful because of my last pair.

@mrdize

Жыл бұрын

Same my artic pro right side just broke off, they really have bad build quality on de ogs,

For my workflow & gaming needs I require wireless headsets. When I was only using my headset for gaming/media consumption after work it was fine. However I have been working from home since Oct & my last headset would die halfway thru my day. Then I got the XBOX wireless headset and same issue. So for me the hotswap batteries come in clutch. Ordering the Nova wireless next week.

You are my favorite youtuber when it comes to review products and headsets. I’m starting my channel and i’m doing reviews in spanish for the latin community but is so hard because i need to buy every headset in the beginning. Anyways, thanks for the inspiration. I follow you since 2020 when i didn’t know what headset to buy and finish with the Arctis Pro wired. That’s when my love for the Steelseries brand started.

Hey tech would I notice a difference on running the pro wired (no Dac via 3.5) vs the nova wired?

i have the old wireless pro the only thing that bothering me is the position of wheel of sound control in the back of headset ! when i lay my back while playing suddenly the volume goes up because it touches the pillow behind me ! this is reaaally bothering

hello, nice review, very complete and interesting. i have a question, actually i've got arctis5 and thinking upgrade to artis pro without gamedac, it is a worth upgrade to do it ? I'm think about in this serie because I really like the buttom options, mute buttom, and control volumen on heatset and the output line from headset that in my case i used to a in ear handset. i saw it for a sale to 150 usd. theres a better option in that price range ? my apologyce for my poor english :c

Man, im still loving the OG AWP's design than the nova pro 🥰 I cant decide to get the nova pro because of the earcup. I need that airweave!

Thanks for the series!

Does this mean that the OG Arctic Pros are definitely better than the Nova 7x?