Customer Ratings & Reviews

My old headphones started going out, so I got these as a replacement. They are so much lighter and more comfortable than what I had before. The battery life is great and the range away from my phone or computer is almost anywhere in my house. I definitely hope these last a long time.

The Steel Series Arctis Nova 5 is a gaming headset for the masses. It's available in three flavors; the Xbox, PS5 and PC. The one I got is the one for the PC which is also compatible with the PS5. The box is smartly packed with two USB-A cables, one for charging your headset and the other to hook up the USB-C 2.4 ghz dongle for the headset. The headset is designed for gaming and as such supports both Bluetooth and its proprietary dongle. It feature a pop out microphone that's on a flexible wand, a head strap and not much more. The headset is light but well built and the headband actually makes it feel like you're not wearing a headphone. The audio quality for the headphones is a tad bright for my tastes. I gave it about 8 hours of playing music at moderate volume to hope it just needed a break-in. The included steel series app that allows you to modify the sound settings worked but still a tad bright for my liking in the end. During gaming the headset performed but sadly I felt that my existing headset did a better job in spatial 3D placement. Perhaps it was something to do with the software settings. Sound quality once again was a tad bright and needed to turn down volume after a while. In conclusion, Do I like it?…yes it's a premium headset that's of quality. The sound quality may not suit me but perhaps would suit you. Overall it's a good headset if you're looking for a gaming headset this is one option but there are other options on the market that also should also be considered.

So I really like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Headset. I have a big head and they are pretty comfortable. Here are some of my thoughts about it. Pros: Comfort: The lightweight design and breathable ear cushions are great for long gaming sessions without discomfort. Ease of Use: Simple setup and user-friendly controls make it accessible for non-tech-savvy users. Microphone Quality: The ClearCast microphone provides clear communication, reducing background noise effectively. Wireless Performance: The 2.4GHz wireless connection is reliable and lag-free. Software Integration: The SteelSeries Engine software allows for extensive customization of audio settings. A few cons: Battery Life: While 20 hours is decent, it may not be enough for marathon gaming sessions. Customization: The software could be more intuitive and offer deeper customization options. Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset is a versatile and high-quality product that caters to various user needs. With a few improvements and additional features, it could become an even more compelling choice across different user categories.

Battery life is seriously long! Very easy set up, I use on PC and PS5. App lets you control EQ and save presets. Very lightweight and comfortable with glasses, perfect for long sessions! I like the retractable mic for a sleek look. Wireless range is not very far, don't expect to get great signal if you walk to another room.

The SteelSeries delivers clear, well-balanced audio with surprisingly strong bass. The microphone is crisp for calls or gaming, and the lightweight design makes it comfortable for long use. Build quality feels sturdy, though the ear cushions may get warm over time. Overall, it’s a reliable, great-value headset for both everyday use and gaming.

I've had the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset for about a month and a half now and it is the best headset I've ever owned, although I have a few complaints. Starting off with the comfort, I can wear this thing for hours and sometimes I'll forget I'm even wearing it. They're very well built and the design is very low-key and sleek. The sound quality is amazing and I can hear everything in game, but one major problem is that I can hear everything that I'm doing in real life too. The wheel on the back left side of the headset controls the volume, and if you put it too high you can hear quite literally EVERYTHING, whether it's clicking keys or background noise. It's not like you can only hear this stuff through the headphones, but it is amplified and you can almost hear it twice. Other than that, the mic quality is great but if you don't want to hear yourself talking then you have to keep the volume at about 75%, forcing you to turn the volume all the way up on your computer. With that, there is virtually no noise cancellation but when you're listening to music or playing a game you really won't notice any background noise. The software is also really annoying because when I want to connect the headphones via Bluetooth there are a million options (chat, microphone, media, aux, gaming) for the output sound, but when using the dongle there is a specific one which is better. Speaking of the dongle, there should really be a disclaimer that it is 3 ports wide and takes up so much space. I had to get a usb-c to usb-a adapter because my usb-c port is close to other ports that I need to plug other things into. Finally, the battery life is pretty good and it charges quickly. Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is a great choice for a gaming headset with great sound and microphone quality, but maybe wait for it to go on sale to buy it as $130 feels a little expensive (I got mine for $90 on sale) and unless you don't have port space for a monster of a dongle, definitely look into picking these up.

This brand of headphones have been the most comfortable pair as well as having good sound and a nice mic. I ordered a deep, cooling set of ear covers and they are amazing

I can see how this headset can be comfortable for some people. However, if you aren't used to an elastic headband, it will take a couple of days to get used to it and might feel like it's digging into your head. If you have big ears, I don't recommend them; earcups are somewhat small. Soundwise, they sound great, and the online app is simple to navigate. You can customize the audio depending on the game or music you are listening to. They are light and the earcups are breathable, providing great comfort. I recommend it, especially if you can get it on sale which most times it is.

Love these!! Comfy and great sound quality! Great battery as well. First time trying a wireless headset for pc gaming and will never go back to anything else!

I bought these headohones a few weeks ago because my old arctis 5s finally stopped working after years of use. These headphones are a stepup from those the audio quality is better the microphone is better and the wearbility is better. For $120 and even the original $150 they are a great price. The 2.4ghz connectivity is amazing and its range is impressive and the seamless swap to bluetooth when pressing the button is very nice.

Excellent sound quality with clear details and strong bass. Very comfortable to wear for long sessions, and the mic works really well. Perfect for gaming—highly recommend!

Nice sound quality for the price point and very comfortable with good battery life

Great audio and mic quality, with a long battery life

These headphones are comfortable, have a great noise level, and let me speak clearly through the mic. Best pair of headphones I've purchased.

There good quality good sound system and clear to speak and recommend for other people to buy them i had tried other brands in very well. This brand is very a high quality Way to go sound, I truly truly recommend other people to buy them but make sure you buy them at best. Buy best customer service ever every time I go. I'm very satisfied.

Great bluetooth headset. I have worn it for multiple long gaming sessions and have never had pain from having it sit on my head. Sound quality is good and lasts a long time on a full charge.

Works really well, the mic being able to hide in the headset is a really good feature. Sound quality is rather good as well. Good range. I can make it from one side of the house to the other with little issue. Seems like a good buy. I work at home and use this for work at home reasons.

Super comfortable and build is strudy. Emrsive sound is good. Quality of sound i give a 3.75 out of 5. Sounds good and makes it fun but clarity of each sound could be abit better as well as little extra base would be nice. Overall reccomend

Headphones are very easy to connect to pc with the dongle. Ear muffs are nice but a little small for my preference, but I just switched them out for my old ear muffs. Mic sounds good as well in voice chat.

They are the best headphones I’ve bought in a long time, they are really good in battery, sound amazing!! Recommended 100% the white color really gives it more live to my game room and they feel really comfortable and don’t bother with the time having them on for a while