Customer Ratings & Reviews

It is awesome, got it on a great deal. Cant pass up the quality of sound.

I got this for my son for xmas and he lives jt. Ty

Perfect gift for a gamer. This is the second pair since five years

I bought these for a friend. Her old headset made her so difficult to understand and weren't easy to use. She has absolutely no complaints about these, nor do I! She likes the voice feedback as her old set made her feel claustrophobic, they connect to her multiple devices between the dongle and BT, and she is so easy to understand now.

Very comfortable. Mic can be hidden. Easy to control chat volume versus game volume.

Great sound! And clear microphone! Would recommend to anyone!

Love this headset! It is comfortable and 10/10 sound quality and adjustability.

Great universal headset. I use for the series x and ps5. It works great.

Bought this for my girlfriend and she loves it more than her xbox brand headset.

Nice headsets. High quality great price n value use to gamevery clear

The Steelseries Arctis Nova 5X, like a lot of the offerings from Steelseries, is the king of compatibility at great value. Compared to all the offerings in the market, the Nova 5X blends performance, features, comfort, convenience and price into most probably the best overall package available, and clearly showcases Steelseries’ ability to improve upon already well-loved headsets. After heavily using the Nova 5X headset for more than a week, I’ve been able to replace my previous headsets with just this one. Design and Comfort: The Nova 5X boasts a sleek and modern design that deviates from the traditional Arctis aesthetic. The headband features a suspended ski goggle-style strap, which distributes weight evenly across the head, reducing pressure points during extended gaming sessions. Now this can be a bit polarizing as this reduces a bit of the adjustments we typically get with other headbands, so I’d try this out before buying, especially for larger head sizes. The ear cups are generously padded with breathable fabric, ensuring comfort even after hours of use. Moreover, these are replaceable and seem to be the same shape as other Arctis headsets, making 3rd party replacement feasible. Now the overall build quality is not the most premium feeling, and to be frank it’s not built like a tank, but there’s a good balance between durability and lightweight construction. Audio Performance: At the heart of the Nova 5X is its audio prowess. According to Steelseires, the headset utilizes high-fidelity 40mm Neodymium drivers that should deliver crisp, clear sound across a wide frequency range, and the claim is not unjustified. The bass response is punchy without being overwhelming, while the mids and highs remain well-defined. This balanced sound profile makes the Nova 5X versatile enough for various gaming genres, from first-person shooters to atmospheric adventure games. One of the standout features that Steelseries advertises is the implementation of spatial audio technology via the Sonar app. The Nova 5X supports 360-degree spatial audio, which enhances immersion by providing precise directional cues. This feature is supposed to be particularly beneficial in competitive gaming scenarios, where pinpointing enemy positions can make all the difference. In reality, the spatial audio has always been a bit underwhelming to me, and rarely I could get significant benefits in FPS games with these implementations - however I’ve met friends who swear by the advantages of having some immersive sound tech. The simulated spaciousness is not ‘organic’ as I’ve seen with some open-back audiophile headphones, but I must say given the closed back nature the Nova 5X does do great. And also the Sonar app enables a wide range of preselected gaming scenarios, so figuring out a decent setting is not out of the question. Microphone Quality: The bidirectional ClearCast 2.0 microphone is a significant improvement over previous models. It effectively cancels out background noise, ensuring that your voice comes through clearly during in-game communications or voice chats. The microphone is retractable, allowing for easy storage when not in use, and a convenient mute button is located on the ear cup for quick access. As a quality of life feature, not only there’s an audible beep when mute/unmute happens, but there’s also a red LED that lights up when the mic is muted. Furthermore, the sidetone implementation from Steelseries always seemed the best one for me - it’s clear, lagless without becoming overwhelming - and effectively keeps me from yelling during CoOp gameplays or meetings.The only thing that’s missing is a pop filter, since I sometimes found my plosives coming out a tad strongly. Connectivity and Compatibility: The Arctis Nova 5X shines in its versatility. It's primarily designed for Xbox consoles, offering seamless integration with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. However, it's also compatible with PC, PlayStation, and mobile devices, thanks to its USB-C and Bluetooth connectivity options. This multi-platform support makes it an excellent choice for gamers who switch between different systems. The 2.4GHz is lagless, and the Bluetooth supports v5.3 (even though only supporting SBC and AAC codecs). A quick switch button on the right ear cup allows me to toggle between the 2 audio sources in no time, however there’s no simultaneous audio casting. That is alleviated a bit due to the fact that when both audio sources are connected and the 2.4 GHz is selected as the primary source (such as when gaming), if there’s a call in my phone I get a beep that tells me about that. This means I’m still able to respond to urgent phone calls. Software and Customization: SteelSeries' GG software suite complements the Nova 5X, offering a range of customization options. Users can fine-tune audio settings, adjust the equalizer, and create custom sound profiles for different games or media types. The software also allows for microphone sidetone adjustment and firmware updates, ensuring the headset remains optimized over time. Furthermore, Steelseries released a smartphone app (available via Google Play Store and Apple App Store) that’s particularly made for the Arctis Nova 5, which opens up these customization from the phone. I really appreciate the fact that both the 2,4GHz and the Bluetooth profile can handle separate customization, making the Nova 5X very very versatile. Battery Life and Charging: According to Steelseries, the Nova 5X should operate for 50 hours on 2.4GHz, and 60 hours on Bluetooth. I’ve been using it in a mixed manner, jumping between these 2 modes, and after 7 days that included hours of meeting during the day and a couple of hours of gameplay at night still has not forced me to charge. And the availability of fast charge, which is supposed to provide 6 hours runtime with 15 minutes of charging, is the cherry on the top. Value and Conclusion: While the Arctis Nova 5X sits in the mid-to-high price range for gaming headsets, its feature set and performance justify the investment. It offers a compelling package that caters to both casual and competitive gamers alike, as well as usage as a headset for meetings. The combination of comfort, audio quality, versatile connectivity, and long battery life makes it a strong contender in the crowded gaming headset market. For now, this has become my go to headset that’s my primary headset for work, my Xbox gaming, and also a fair bit of usage for music from my smartphone.

I enjoy how they cancel out noise, and i can seamlessly switch to my phone if i get a call

I like the Headset. Just sometimes has issues with connecting to the dongle

[Employee of bestbuy] Works well with my Series S as well as with my mobile devices

It was okay at first. Then there was connectivity issues. Nobody could hear me but I can hear who i was playing with and it would always drop randomly in the middle of games. It was super annoying. Then eventually it just stopped all together. Only had it for about 6 months befote i took it back.

It is worth it for the price. Connecting can be a little bit of a problem but the amount of charge it holds is a plus

I hope nobody gets these so I can continue being the greatest!!!!!

I would say for my opportunity and $400 gift card I am sure nobody win...the review I am leaving won't help me win. Anyway the headset is worth the money.

after a month of use volume is lower had to reset multiple times. when it has full volume works great .otherwis meh

Only thing lacking is slightly better volume. Other than that works great.i play on xbox/pc app is straight forward easy operation from your phone.