Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Arctis Nova 7X Gen 2 is one of those headsets that surprised me in all the right ways. I have tried plenty of gaming headsets that looked great on paper but fell flat once you actually used them. It does not try too hard to look futuristic or overbuilt. It just feels good, sounds good, and gets out of the way so you can actually enjoy what you are doing. PROs: 1) Comfort - The comfort is the first thing that stands out. The suspension band does more work than it looks like it should, and the ear cushions stay cool longer than most fabric pads I have tried. I have had headsets that felt like wearing a heated blanket on my ears. This is the one you forget you are wearing until your wife yells at you for not hearing her the first 10 times. 2) Controls - The controls make sense with a bit of learning curve (as with most new headsets), which tends to happen when you cross brands. One side has your power and Bluetooth, the other deals with volume and the mic, and nothing is hidden or overly tiny. It switches between Xbox, PC, Switch, PlayStation, and Bluetooth like it has something to prove. I have used headsets that needed a full troubleshooting ritual every time I changed devices, so this was refreshing. 3) Audio - The dual audio feature is the one I did not think I needed but now refuse to live without. Game audio plus phone audio at the same time means you can listen to music or take a call without pausing anything. It makes the headset feel like part of your actual setup, not just an accessory you put on for certain games. Sound quality is genuinely solid. Bass has weight without turning everything to mush, voices are clear, and the directional audio is good enough that you can spot where sounds are coming from without guessing. The mic is not going to compete with a streaming setup, but it is absolutely fine for chatting and does a good job cutting out background noise. The fact that it slides back into the ear cup so cleanly is a nice bonus. 4) Battery - Battery life is better than expected. More than fifty hours on a full charge means I basically forgot what the charging animation looked like. And the quick charge is exactly what it should be: fast and useful. CONs: 1) Feedback - For the life of me, I can’t figure out how to stop hearing myself talk when I’m playing online. I have to keep looking into this issue and hope it’s simply a missed setting. If I had to sum it up: the Nova 7X Gen 2 is a headset for people who want something reliable that does not make them think too hard. It feels premium without being fragile, it sounds mostly great without needing endless tweaking, and it works with everything without drama. I like gear that just does its job and does it well, and this one fits that perfectly.

avoid this item, it has a loud buzzing noise whenever sidetone/mic are enabled. Bestbuy refused to take it back even within 30 days. Get something else, and whatever you get, dont get it through bestbuy.

I personally think that SteelSeries creates some of the best headsets in the game right now. This new Nova 7x Gen 2 is no different. It’s very simplistic yet stylish. It’s USB-C now too so that’s good. The ear cups are very comfortable and I find that prolonged use does not give me head fatigue, but ear fatigue I have experienced before but it also might be just how my ears are because it can’t all fit inside the earpiece. The sound itself is fantastic and the different EQ and presets that you can change and edit within the app that’s accessible through your phone or PC. The app is easily navigable too and very user friendly. You will need the PC to do some stuff though like updates. The biggest downside of this headset is the mic. It’s just bad. It’s like a mic from the 2015 or something. One of the best features of this headset is the fact that you can use both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection at the same time. It’s great for taking phone calls or listening to music on your phone while you game. The game vs chat audio setting makes it very convenient too when you’re using in game chat so you can hear your game or chat better.

Hey now. SteelSeries hits another one out the park with these. These bad boys are very comfy. Sound great. Some will be upset that there is no ANC but hey you can't be too choosy when these sound as good as these do and thats before using the software that is tuned to a ton of games. Now another cool feature is the 3.5mm cable hookup to use if the battery dies in case you forgot to charge them. The battery lasts for a long time. I charged them out the box and haven't had to charge them yet after about 15 days of constant use (around 8 hours a day). I have a big head and small ears and these feel great on my head. I forget they are on my head most of the time. Clamping force is very good. Bluetooth on the phone and using the dongle to connect to the PC or X-Box or Playstation (USB to use on the Playstation if you have the X version of these) Reliability is something I can't speak on but if they are anything close to their previous headsets they will be around for a long time. Would I recommend picking these up? YES!!

My one word to describe thee headset is trash don’t waste your money on them the sound is horrible

First, I’ve had the Arctis Nova 7 since 2022 and have been loving it as I use it to play my PS5 while listening to music/podcasts (via Bluetooth) from my phone. The 7X Gen 2 version is an updated version which is now a single model for Xbox/PS5/PC, whereas my first version is PS5 specific. In addition to having 1 model cover all devices, it also now has a companion app for iPhone/Android that allows you to not only see the battery % on the headset (noticeably absent from the pervious version), but you can also set/create custom EQ profiles! And you can set per connection – so for my PS5, I’m using the preset for the game I usually play, and for the Bluetooth – I use “Movie: Immersion” which takes the sound from flat to seemingly surround sound, including making the dialogue clearer. That’s a HUGE upgrade! They also have profiles for music, separated by genres. Once you connect to the SteelSeries Arctis Companion app, it tells you to upgrade the firmware. Here is the tricky part – to do that, you need a computer and must connect the headset to the computer in 2 ways! You must cable it via USB-C AND have the dongle in the PC in USB mode, via the included USB-C to USB-A cable, AND through the SteelSeries GG PC app. If you’re using a laptop like me that *ONLY* has 2 USB-C ports, that gets a little tricky. Should be fine on a regular PC though. *Important note! The new dongle is much wider than the Gen 1 version, and there is a small toggle switch that goes from Xbox to USB mode. If you have a PS4/5, you need to switch it to USB mode! To upgrade the firmware, you ALSO need to set it to USB mode. By default, it is set to Xbox. Reminder: when you’re using the headset to connect to a Bluetooth device, by default the EQ setting is flat. Use the companion app to set your genre – it greatly improves the dialogue and sounds. If you have the Gen1 version like me, this version is well worth the upgrade If you never had a headset that connects to your PS/Xbox AND phone to hear sounds from 2 sources simultaneously – YOU ARE MISSING OUT!!

Luckly these have turned into my go to gaming headset. My original favorite part was a different brand, but the microphone stopped working I’m assuming from being flipped up or banged around too much when not being worn by my son. Quality of product – These were packaged well and protected in the box. After taking out of box and getting ready to setup, I noticed they feel very sturdy and that the ear cups had good cushioning. Set up – Very easy to connect. Follow the instructions…once you do that you should have no problems. Not reading the instructions might cause you a few minutes of delay. Once it’s figured out, it paired right away to my PS5. Comfort – So make sure you remove the cardboard protector from the head band…I was in a dimly lit room and thought it was part of the cushion band. It is not…after that…these are very comfortable. The band fits snug and doesn’t move but doesn’t squeeze your head either. The ear cups are well cushioned but not overly big to make the headset bulky. I have played multiple times for a few hours each with no ear pain or pinching. Function – To start with, I love that the mic slides inside and is not a fold up. Great way to avoid breaking. These deliver good vocal quality per my friend group. Will have to adjust to your liking but no issues with the mic. The mute button is early to find and the controls on other side are easy to find and use as well. The audio quality is very good, and I’ve had no issues. I don’t know how they compare to pro headsets, but I have no issues hearing footsteps in the game. It charges with a USB-C cable. My only complaint is that the usb-c dongle is huge and covers the other usb-c port. Not a huge issue but annoying when you need to charge phone or switch headsets.

I am very pleased with this headset! It encapsulates much of what I love about my SteelSeries peripherals, which includes versatility and excellent build quality. There are, however, a few features lacking in this headset that I would expect to find in this price range. The first thing is the lack of active noise canceling or a transparency audio setting. This is up there high enough in price range where these features would have been appreciated by me. The next thing that I find to be a bit of an annoyance is how close the power button and the Bluetooth pairing button are together. It is something that I am sure I will get used to as my muscle memory improves, but I find myself smashing both together with annoying and mixed results when all I am trying to do is power down my headset after a gaming session. I do not find the Standard audio mix to be anything to write home about. There is not enough bass present to make my shooters, such as Doom: The Dark Ages, feel punchy the way I prefer. Finally, the side tone for the microphone honestly could be a lot better. I really like to be able to monitor my vocal tones accurately when I am gaming and streaming and this leaves something to be desired. However, at its core when you ignore those small annoyances, it is still an EXCELLENT headset and I want to leave no doubts about that! Altogether, I would give this headset 4 out of 5 stars. I think we are just moving into an era where top-tier headsets should not be missing features like ANC and accurate side tone. Thanks for reading and I hope this review helps give some perspective on it!

When it comes to gaming, the audio is VERY important to me. Whether the sound is coming from a soundbar or a headset, I need to hear every detail that impacts the game. I have heard of the SteelSeries brand, and until now, I have never owned any of their headsets. And I am sorry to say that it will probably be a long time before I take a chance owning any of their future headsets because I was disappointed with their their Arctis Nova 7x. I mean, REALLY disappointed. Setup: Setting up the Arctis was relatively easy. It’s technically ready out of the box. You plug in the wireless dongle and pair it with the headset. But if you want the true audio experience then you will need to download the SteelSeries app that has an impressive list of games that have pre-calibrated game audio. From Fortnite to Battlefield 6. However, the app will let you know that there is a software update that is needed for the headset that can only be applied via your PC. This means that you will need to go to the SteelSeries site and navigate your way to the update, plug in your headset and the wireless receiver and then download. How Does It Sound? I have to be honest, I wasn’t really impressed with either the default or the pre-calibrated game options. There wasn’t that WHOA factor that I have experienced with other headsets right out of the box. Even with the Battlefield 6 setting, the bass sounded flat while the treble seemed hollow. I would expect this from a headset that that was bought as a last minute gift from Dollar General, not from a brand that I had heard so much about. I will give the Arctis credit for having simultaneous wireless and Bluetooth, allowing for phone calls or conversations via Discord. Comfort: This disappointment was literally painful for me. This headset is uncomfortable. I haven’t endured gaming headset discomfort in at least five years. The headband dug into the top of my head despite me adjusting it several times. And then there were the earcups that felt like they were squeezing the circulation off from my ears. Again, I tried adjusting the size, but nothing worked. I don’t have a abnormal sized head, so there isn’t a justified reason for this to happen. I even thought that maybe the headset needed to “adjust” or needed to be “stretched” out to allow it to form around my head. Nope. The irritation and discomfort was actually so distracting that I wasn’t able to concentrate during the several matches I played in Battlefield 6. Closing: I will praise the concealed microphone that slides in and out of the headset. When it’s retracted, it’s flush with the left earcup which means you don’t have to contend with moving the microphone when placing the headset around your neck. And I will say that the microphone audio picked up on my voice without catching background noises. I really wanted to like this headset. I was eager to own a pair of SteelSeries gaming headphones. It’s the shame that my expectations became torturous gaming sessions.

Great headset, but the chat mixer only works on Xbox, and my other consoles it does not. That’s why it only gets 4 stars, my Razer headset I previously owned, the chat mixer worked on all consoles.

Actually very happy i pulled the trigger on these!