Customer Ratings & Reviews

I've been using a single headset for close to 3 years now that has been my goto for so long because of its dock, ease of use, long battery life, etc. This is really the first headset that I've considered can even come close to competing with it (and it's about time, my current headset is starting to show its age from use). I've not been a huge fan of the Arctic headsets in the past so it's nice to see the amount of thought and effort put into this one. To start: It's packaged with the headset, 2 batteries, the control unit, cables and some minor documentation. Nothing too standout here but I wouldn't expect there to be. Use: I have to say I love the dual battery design. Part of why I stuck to my current headset for so long was because of the dock, when I'd finish using it, I set it down and it charged to full between uses. It had such a long battery life that I never really considered something else and never wanted to get a headset that needed to be plugged in because I would just forget to charge it. With the dual battery charging design, I can easily go ahead and forget about plugging it in because the second battery will be charging while I use the primary, and it doesn't require me to remember to do anything. The sound is excellent, the control unit offers varying types of profiles and control and is easily used, I also appreciate that it can be plugged into basically anything, doesn't require bluetooth or usb or a headset jack as it kinda does it all. It's wildly comfortable and really just overall an excellent design. Overall: A worthy consideration over many headsets in the market at the same price point, better than many with its two-battery setup where you can always be using one and charging one without having to remember to plug things in. This should be a more common setup in wireless devices. I heartily recommend it.

The Original Nova Pro was released 4 years ago and was the successor to the Arctis Pro which was doing something a lot of other headset were not doing at the time. The Nova Pros took the Arctis Pro to the next level adding ANC and usb c to the headset and multi device support. At the time of release they were the headset to beat. In those 4 years though there has been a lot of strong new competitors, that has pushed what we think of gaming headsets. Let me start with the good on this headset. First is you get good audio , there is good separation of sound and you get a decent amount of bass it definitely more of the punchy kind rather than deep but still sounds good when you have explosions or sound that need some oomph. Headset is still extremely comfortable the redesign to make the nub for anc smaller helps eliminate some of the issue people had with the first batches of the Nova Pros. I really like the texture added to the volume wheel feels really great and premium. The new hub is amazing it’s basically the sam hub that you get with the Nova Elite and the crazy thing is you can hear 4 sources at the same time. Makes it super easy to mix your sources and have it connected to multiple systems at once. Overall this is an incredibly solid package, but like we talked about earlier the competition has gone up since the original Nova Pros came out. This headset feels like half step rather than a full step towards something new. The audio while better tuned and overall slightly better than the original still isn’t as good as some of the competition. Having the swappable batteries is great but a lot of other headsets have crazy long battery life and it’s not that much of an issue. And a personal gripe for me is the volume level on console. I made sure limiter was off but the headset didn’t seem that loud on Xbox or PlayStation for the first like 70-75 percent of the volume wheel and then above that it can get pretty loud. It does have an app and it seems to work well and it makes easy to switch EQs on the fly but only if you configured them on pc first. You can adjust any eq on the app you can choose a preset or one you made. Overall I really like The Omni I thinly hey sound great and are extremely comfortable, but it’s hard to give it a perfect score when it does falter in some areas to the competition, but if you need to mix multiple audio sources at the same time there is no competition this is the one to get.

I’ve gone through my fair share of gaming headsets over the years and most of them usually lean heavily toward either flashy aesthetics or pure competitive performance, but the new SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Omni 2.4GHz headset somehow manages to blend premium build quality, comfort, and absolutely phenomenal sound into one package. Straight out of the box, the first thing that stood out to me was just how sturdy these headphones feel while still remaining surprisingly lightweight and flexible. Nothing about them feels cheap or fragile. The construction immediately gives off that premium “high-end gear” vibe that you expect when stepping into this price range. The included USB hub/base station is honestly one of the coolest and most useful features of the whole setup. Not only does it act as the wireless connection hub, but it also doubles as a battery charger with a clean digital readout and independent volume gain control. That extra gain boost is actually more useful than I expected, especially for competitive gaming where hearing subtle footsteps or distant movement can make a huge difference. The hub itself gives quick access to all the essential audio settings without constantly needing to dig through software menus, which I really appreciated. One feature that instantly sold me was the hot swappable battery system. SteelSeries including two rechargeable batteries means there’s basically no downtime. One battery stays charging in the hub while the other powers the headset, and swapping them takes only seconds. That alone makes these feel incredibly polished for long gaming sessions. Plus, there is the ability to fast charge the battery inserted into the headset offering quick charge instantly if you don’t want to swap the battery. The 2.4GHz wireless connection is also flawless. Instant pairing, zero noticeable latency, and consistently excellent sound quality. There is a downloadable companion app as well, but honestly the PC software already provides more than enough customization and tuning options for most users. I did experiment with the simultaneous audio mixing feature where you can connect your phone while gaming, but personally it was a little too much stimulation for me. I game to unwind and disconnect, so hearing notifications while playing wasn’t really my thing. That said, for streamers, Discord users, or content creators, I can absolutely see how useful that feature would be. Now onto the real star of the show, the sound quality. The ANC noise cancellation and Spatial Audio are genuinely next level. Once you turn these on and jump into a game, it creates such an immersive soundscape that it almost feels unfair. The 40mm Neodymium magnetic drivers absolutely blew me away. I’m already familiar with Neodymium drivers from higher-end car audio setups, so I had high expectations going in, and these still exceeded them. The audio clarity across the entire frequency range is incredible. Deep bass hits hard without muddying the mids, vocals stay crisp, and positional audio in shooters is unbelievably accurate. Comfort is another massive win here. The vegan leather memory foam ear cushions feel excellent and don’t create that unbearable heat buildup that many gaming headsets suffer from after a few hours. The suspension support band is also fantastic because it distributes the weight so well that the headset almost feels like it’s floating on your head. I was able to wear these for extended gaming and streaming sessions without any fatigue or discomfort. The retractable microphone is another feature done right. It slides out smoothly, adjusts easily, and stays mostly out of your line of sight while gaming. More importantly, the mic quality itself is excellent. Voice capture comes through clean and clear with very little background interference. What impressed me most overall is how complete this headset feels. From the premium materials, comfort, software support, audio customization, ANC performance, and incredible sound production, everything about the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless feels refined and thoughtfully designed. These aren’t just good gaming headphones, they feel like luxury gaming headphones. Whether you’re a casual gamer, competitive player, streamer, or content creator, these easily sit near if not the top tier of what wireless gaming audio can offer right now. Easily my new favorite and only go to headset for a long time to come.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni is a pleasant surprise. It is a very versatile headset that doesn’t look like a typical gaming headset and is hands-down the most used headset I have ever owned. It seamlessly connects and works across so many devices in my setup. I used it with my iPhone, my PlayStation 5, and my desktop running Windows and I’m able to switch between all three easily using the app. Setup was super easy and unboxing was also a surprise because I found that this headset comes with an additional backup battery that you can swap out like an old battery in a flip phone. It charges in a hub that you plug into your PC and PlayStation so you are always charged. Setup honestly took less than a minute. Usually you have to mess with apps and all of that, and yes you do have to use an app, but you honestly just connect the device and it automatically connects to the hub that you attach to your game system and desktop. I plugged the hub into the back of my PlayStation and my desktop which I have sitting next to each other. The only time I think this would be a struggle is if you had the hub in separate areas, but if your desktop has Bluetooth it wouldn’t matter anyway since the headset has Bluetooth built in as well. When I first connected to my PlayStation I noticed the volume was really low. I found out the hub asked me a question that I didn’t realize pertained to the PlayStation since it automatically knew what it was connected to, so I had to adjust the volume within the internal settings of my PlayStation and then everything was fine. On my phone I played music and it sounded great. The headset honestly sounds like a high quality headset and back on the PlayStation gaming sounds awesome. I love that the boom mic is retractable and hides right into the headset. Now you may ask where do you charge it or where do you swap out the removable battery? On each end cap of the left and right speaker the cover is magnetized on. Remove one side and it reveals the USB-C charger, remove the other side and it shows the rechargeable battery. How cool is that? Super high quality. I feel like I’m back in the 2000s because they have really thought this through. Gaming honestly sounded great. It is immersive and it improves my gameplay, especially since I am upgrading from a lower end headset so everything is finally fine tuned. The drivers in the speakers are high quality. The headset is also very comfortable. Although it is leather I didn’t feel like my face was sweating. It is lightweight and it also doesn’t look like a typical gaming headset like I mentioned earlier. You could wear this for music out in public and not be embarrassed because the boom mic retracts inside, the logo doesn’t scream gaming, there are no crazy colors, it is straight black. They look professional and sharp. The hub is also just phenomenal. You can quickly adjust audio and settings on the fly with a giant dial and get a readout of where you are actually at. This headset is worth getting if you have multiple devices, even if it is just a desktop and a mobile device and not a PlayStation or Xbox. Connect all your devices and have an immersive seamless experience instead of buying multiple headsets for each device. One thing to note is that this is a PlayStation version. I believe they make an Xbox version as well and I don’t have one to test it out, but knowing it connects to PC I wouldn’t doubt it works well there too, it may just be missing some drivers so your experience could vary. I also noticed the noise canceling seems light but it still works well for me. I do like having a little awareness of my surroundings. I may need to adjust the settings more and it also might have just been the environment I was in when I was testing it out. Overall this is an excellent headset. Quality sound, no fatigue, swappable batteries. This is a no-brainer.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I've been gaming with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni for a while now, splitting time between PC and PlayStation, and this headset has done a fantastic job improving my experience for both. For single-player, story-driven experiences in particular, it's hard to overstate how much the sound quality adds to immersion. Games that lean on environmental audio and spatial cues feel entirely different when you can actually hear the layering and directionality of the soundscape. The GameDAC hub is the centerpiece of the whole setup. Switching between PC and PlayStation is a single button press, and it works exactly as advertised. I use both platforms regularly, so not having to physically swap cables or reconnect anything has become something I genuinely appreciate every time I sit down to game. The onboard display on the hub gives you at-a-glance feedback on your current settings, and the volume wheel doubles as a ChatMix control, letting you dial in the balance between game audio and voice chat without ever tabbing out which helps when my friends and I are casually playing golf and want to focus more on our conversation vs the play by play of my bad swings. The noise cancellation is really strong too. I've had it running during sessions when the rest of the house is anything but quiet, and it handles the ambient noise cleanly and without any noticeable audio quality tradeoff. Transparency Mode is equally useful when I need to keep an ear out for kids or anything else in my surroundings without pulling the headset off. Where this headset really unlocks its potential is through the SteelSeries Sonar app on PC. The parametric EQ gives you genuine, fine-grained control over your sound profile, and game-specific presets mean you don't have to start from scratch every time you switch titles. I find myself using it as much for music and media as for gaming, because the audio quality holds up across all of it. The one thing that has been bit of a hassle is cable management around the hub. It's not a dealbreaker, and once you have your setup dialed in it stays put, but the initial routing of connections takes a little thought depending on your desk layout. Overall, if you want a wired headset that delivers serious audio performance, flexible multi-platform connectivity, and deep software control, the Arctis Nova Pro Omni earns every bit of its premium positioning.

I’ve used a lot of headphones in the past and while I would not call myself an audiophile, I would say I can be somewhat picky about the performance of headphones that I typically use. And I’m glad to say that with these headphones I’m happy so far. Overall sound quality (albeit with some software eq applied) is actually not too bad and in the region that I typically like, obviously everyone is different, but I would say that these headphones have enough switches and setting to tweak that most people will probably find some sort of sound profile they prefer. On the comfort side I feel they are overall comfortable but the earcups at least on me are a bit on the warm side so some small breaks to cool my ears down on longer sessions are needed sometimes. The real standout with this setup though is the fact that I can have not just my computer and my phone connected at the same time (and the Bluetooth can be turned on and off separate from the normal power huge win with that feature) but that I can also attach my gaming consoles as well with just one set of headphones and use everything together. That feature is amazing and I wish more headphones had it. I also like the small controller that allows you to easily see the status and adjust the volume, that’s nice as well. If I did have anything to complain about it may be that some of the settings are a little buried in the software and are not the easiest to find. One such setting being the Noise cancelation (which overall I give a B+ compared to others I have used) was a little harder to find. Maybe there is a quick access setting for it someplace that I just missed. The features themselves all are great and work great but finding them can be a bit difficult at first. One final note that I think more manufacturers should have is the swappable batteries. It’s so nice to be able to have one battery charging and when the current battery dies just swap in the fresh one in a few seconds. Super quick and easy, I don’t ever have to worry about remembering to plug them in overnight like I do with some other headphones I have.

Let’s get this problem out of the way first so we can move on to the rest of the review. There is a DSP unit that connects to the USB port on your PC or console. The headset connects to the PC or console though the DSP unit. What I would expect is that when the headset is powered on, the sound travels through the DSP to the headset. When the headset is off, the sound comes out of the speakers. However, that is not the case. When the headset is off, the DSP still absorbs the sound and just doesn’t send it to the powered off headset, or the speakers. Whenever you want to hear the sound through the speakers, you have 2 choices, either set the sound output to the speakers, or unplug the DSP unit. On console you only have the option of disconnecting the DSP unit. I find this to be a major flaw in the design. Great Connectivity Options: The DSP unit has 3 USB ports that can connect to different devices at the same time. You can connect your PC, Xbox, and PlayStation to it at the same time, which is great and unusual at the same time. There is also a line in (and out) option as well as Bluetooth. Sound Quality: The sound quality is where this thing shines. I’ve owned several headsets and this is the one that has the best sound quality. It is crystal clear throughout the entire frequency range. If I was really searching for something, I wish had a little more bass, but honestly when I am playing, I have absolutely no problems with the sound. This is an A+. Battery Exchange System: This is also a bit unusual and feature that I really love. It comes with 2 batteries; one can be used in the headset and the other can be charged in the DSP unit. Also, the battery in the headset can be charged there, but it is a little unusual that you must pop off the side to access the USB-C port to change the battery. Not really a deal though, just an observation. Fit and Finish: The fit is good. It does a good job of blocking out a lot of the noise even with ANC turned off. It doesn’t seem to quite angle enough down to cover the bottom of my ears, but maybe that is just how my head a shaped. This is only slightly the case. The feel and quality of the headset is what you would expect from something made from plastic and fake leather. The DSP unit is also made from plastic but feels like it is slightly better quality. The OLED screen adds a nice touch to make the quality stand out. Contents: It comes with a simple cloth pouch. It also comes with 2 USB-C cables used to either connect 2 devices to the DSP unit or connect 1 device and the headset directly to the PC (which is needed to update the firmware. Mic: The mic pulls out and in from the headset so there is nothing detachable to lose, which I love since I never know where to put the accessories from new things I buy so they don’t get lost. From the people who I have asked, the sound quality is average, not bad not great. Headset Controls: The controls are minimal and simple. There are power and mute buttons, a volume dial, and a Bluetooth on/off and pairing button. Below the panels of the earcups which are removeable, there is where you put the battery and a USB port for charging the battery and updating the firmware. DSP Controls: The DSP device has two buttons (one on the dial) and a dial control. One button is for selecting the setting to change and the setting values, and the other is the back button. I found that this takes a little to get used to how to work this. On the home screen are the VU meters of the USB inputs, and a volume position which is set by the dial. The following are the settings you can change: • Setting the type of device that is connected to the USB port, PC or Xbox • Equalizer sets one of the EQ presets • Gain set to low or high • Noise Control sets to ANC or transparency mode. • Mic on or off • Mic Volume • Mic equalizer • Wireless pairing of Bluetooth or between DSP and headset • Audio Output set to speakers or streaming • Display brightness • Mic LED brightness • System sound volume • Auto Off time • Power Saving Steelseries GG Software: The GG software that comes with it allows you to change a bunch of settings based on the game you are playing. This is really something you want to play with when you are online, or even in some cases, playing by yourself. That is basically the gist of what this does. I personally don’t find a use for this but maybe others do. Arctis Phone App: There is also a phone app that controls the headset over Bluetooth. It does take a long time, and in my opinion too long for the app to connect to the headset. You really feel like something is wrong instead of having to wait so long. In the App, you have the following: Audio: • Battery life remaining • One of many game EQ presets for Wireless or Bluetooth. There is a very lengthy list of games to select from • On/Off ANC and transparency mode • ANC strength (low, medium, high) • Volume limiter Microphone: • EQ with a bunch of settings to choose from • Noise cancellation (off, low, medium, high) • Volume, Sidetone, Mute LED Brightness General Settings • Firmware update • Power inactivity timer • Sound during a Bluetooth call (do nothing, lower volume, mute) • Factory Reset The app is very easy to use and laid out very logically. I personally don’t find much use for it, except for turning ANC on or off, and for setting the EQ to a preset game, which you must remember to change when you switch games. Pros: • Sound quality • Fit • DSP display • Ability to connect to all types and consoles and PC at the same time • Swappable batteries Cons: • Switching to device sound output when the headset is turned off Finally: I’m really on the fence about these. I love everything about them, except the problem with turning off the headset. I can’t decide if this is a dealbreaker or not but loses one star for it. If it weren’t for that, it would be a major go. If someone knows a way around this, please let me know but the Internet hasn’t helped. There are still so many pros about it, my favorites being the sound quality, swappable batteries, and compatibility with PC and consoles. I guess you must decide for yourself.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Gaming Headset for PC/XB/PS raises the bar of headset functionality to a new higher level. The capability of the Artis Nova Pro Onmi to connect with multiple devices of mine at the same time gives me hours of fun across the full spectrum of technological entertainment. The ear pads are extremely soft and comfortable enough to sit for long hours without discomfort. They do not produce too much compression on my ears. The headset drivers are so tuned, I get great sounds in every medium I connect with. Whether I’m gaming or listening to music, the sound is incredibly clear, crisp and detailed with a loud volume. The noise cancelling works better than most noise cancelling headsets. When playing my FPS games, I can hear footsteps and directions of opponents more precisely, which can make a real difference in winning or losing a match. I do not need any cables to charge the headset, because of the dual-battery system. This produces no need to wait around for a battery to recharge. I simply swap out the dead battery with a completely charged battery. I potentially have continual battery life forever. I can customize the equalizer to create many different options to listen to. Whether it is for my music, to watch a movie, or play a game there is a preset for it. The mobile app allows me to make adjustments so that my ears receive the perfect sounds for the application that I am using. With the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Gaming Headset for PC/XB/PS, I am set for life with my headset, until the next future model comes out.

If you want to hear your game at it's best... and you don't want other's to hear it... and honestly you don't want to hear others... then this is the set for you. This is a no joke top of the line gaming headset. With the software and connections, you cn fine tune the audio to exactly how you want it. Are your ears a little unbalanced, then it can be as simple as raising the volume on one side over the other, to achieve a perfect balance. Do you want more voice then background, or more base.. all of that is adjustable. Hooks up quick and simple. Software is a quick download and install, and you are ready to go. Nearly every game tried, improved in audio quality and performance, and really didn't hav to change much from default settings. Friends on the other side, could hear my voice clear as day, no audio feedback, no bad sounds, great audio. Long distance connectivity too. seems to be much further then other headphones, I can go all the way to our kitchen (a good 30ft away), and still have a connection. What my family doesn't like, that is if I am wearing them outside my gaming area... I can't hear them. The noise canceling and suppression is fantastic. It is pricey no doubt. But if you treat them right, you are going to get 2-3 years easily out of them, as most games an audio don't seem to be even taping into everything they can do.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni is absolutely incredibly! This this is super nice for gaming and music listening. I absolutely love the fact that it comes with two rechargeable batteries and the fact that the base has a built-in charger. The base has so many amazing features which I love. Almost every setting you can think of can be adjusted from the base. I also love the fact that I can EQ my mic and my bluetooth connection. The sound quality is amazing but make sure to set it to its highest in Window’s settings. It is default set to 46kHz instead of 92kHz. The mic is nice and lightweight and it's really adjustable. It slides in when not in use. The buttons on the headset are amazing and the bluetooth connectivity is super quick and easy, no holding it down trying to search for it. You just hold it down for a few seconds and then it quickly connects. If you’re a serious gamer looking for a great sounding headset with a great mic, I highly recommend that you look into this SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro!

For the price these are a tad expensive but these are fantastic. You can use this on Xbox, PlayStation, switch, Mobile or your PC quite easily . Comes with a base where you can plug it into the desired system or using Bluetooth. I mostly used this on my switch 2 and my windows gaming laptop. Tho I did connect it to my Mac with no issues so it should work fine . This comes with 2 batteries as well so you don't need to worry about being with no headset for a long periods of time if you solely want to do wireless. This also have active noose cancelling so you can drown out your Air conditioner, fridge or whatever else you might have at home. It also uses a retractable boom mic if you want to use it as well. It's great for competitive gaming but I used it for the fact I just don't want to make a lot of noise in my room so my roommate can sleep. I have also used this on my phone to play with music and while it's serviceable I would just use your other headphones for that but it works in a pinch.

I've been able to test out quite a few gaming headsets and this one is a strong competitor in that market. It provides great sound and compatible with all platforms making this the one headset you'll need to get into the gaming action. From the wireless standpoint, this is probably one of the better ones I've used. There's no lag with the connection and the connection is solid or has been very solid for me. I've had other headsets where the sound would cut in/out pretty frequently even for a "high end" headset. This one, haven't had any issue with sound cutting out which is just splendid. I've been seeing a few manufacuturers incorporating swappable batteris in their devices and this is something I can get behind. Having switched to wireless headsets, it's quite liberating to not be tied down with cables anymore however, the battery life on some of these headsets leaves a lot to be desired. No more with these swappable batteries as I can now just keep them charged up and swap out whenever needed. Great feature in my opinion.