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product_id: 463594128
title: "SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset — Neodymium Magnetic Drivers — 2.4GHz + Mixable Bluetooth — 38Hr USB-C Battery — ClearCast Gen2 AI Mic — PC, PS5, Switch, VR, Mobile"
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price: "€ 404.88"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 7
category: "Steel Series"
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# 40mm Neodymium Drivers Dual 2.4GHz + Bluetooth Streams 38-Hour USB-C Battery SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset — Neodymium Magnetic Drivers — 2.4GHz + Mixable Bluetooth — 38Hr USB-C Battery — ClearCast Gen2 AI Mic — PC, PS5, Switch, VR, Mobile

**Brand:** steelseries
**Price:** € 404.88
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your game with sound that commands attention and battery life that never quits.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset — Neodymium Magnetic Drivers — 2.4GHz + Mixable Bluetooth — 38Hr USB-C Battery — ClearCast Gen2 AI Mic — PC, PS5, Switch, VR, Mobile by steelseries
- **How much does it cost?** € 404.88 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- steelseries enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted steelseries brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Ultra-Long Battery Life:** Stay in the zone with up to 38 hours of playtime and quick 15-minute USB-C fast charging for 6 extra hours.
- • **Immersive 360° Spatial Audio:** Experience pinpoint sound from every direction with Tempest 3D Audio compatibility for total game immersion.
- • **Seamless Multi-Platform Wireless:** Instant, lossless connection across PC, PS5, Switch, VR, and mobile with a portable USB-C dongle and Bluetooth 5.0.
- • **ClearCast Gen2 AI Noise-Cancelling Mic:** Communicate with crystal-clear voice clarity by eliminating background noise for pro-level team coordination.
- • **Dual Audio Streams & Mixable Bluetooth:** Simultaneously blend game audio with calls or music on the go—never miss a beat or a message.

## Overview

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless is a premium multi-platform gaming headset featuring powerful 40mm neodymium drivers, dual 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, and a 38-hour USB-C rechargeable battery. Designed for professional gamers and multitaskers, it delivers immersive 360° spatial audio, AI-powered ClearCast Gen2 noise-cancelling microphone, and seamless switching between PC, PlayStation, Switch, VR, and mobile devices. Its advanced Sonar software enables customizable EQ and game-enhancing presets, making it a versatile all-in-one audio solution for serious gaming and communication.

## Description

Venture past the mundane into Almighty Audio, a superior combination of hardware software. The Nova Acoustic System includes custom audio drivers, 360° Spatial Audio, and 10-band Parametric EQ from Sonar Software. Listen to two audio streams at once with simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, easily swapping between PC, Mac, PlayStation, and Switch with USB-C.

Review: Sounds great, but software issues make this a headset a pain to use. - First, the good: +Sounds good +Battery lasts relatively long time +The retractable mic makes the headset feel less cumbersome +Comfortable to wear for a long time +Being able to use both bluetooth and 2.4ghz is amazin +/- Customizeable with swappable side plates and head strap Now the (HUGE) Negative: --SteelSeries GG is awful. The app itself is fine, but it automatically switches your output depending on what it detects. It's great when it works, but it is constantly disconnecting. When switching from one game to another, you will hear a beep. This means your headset has disconnected and you will have to disconnect and reconnect the dongle. This will sometimes happen while playing the same game. This can be avoided by not using the GG software. I uninstalled it after much frustration, and used the headset with the basic drivers. This worked great for a while. You have to manually select the output device, but this saves you the frustration of the GG software, which is very worth it. After a month of no issues, the headset refused to output any sound from the 2.4ghz connection. The bluetooth worked just fine. In the end, I had to reinstall the GG software. I will try to uninstall again once I am done writing this review. I love this headset, but the disconnection issue is such a big problem that I would recommend shopping around before deciding to purchase this. EDIT: I contacted SteelSeries support and they were able to send me a new headset. Their customer service is amazing, and was able to get me a replacement super fast. Unfortunately I am experiencing all of the same issues as before on the new headset, and even reinstalled Windows to see if that would fix anything. Still disappointed, but happy with how great their customer service was. EDIT 2: I installed Windows 11 and now the headset works flawlessly. I reinstalled Windows 10 twice only to have the same issue so I'm a bit confused as to why it works now, but I am going to change my rating to reflect my new experience. I have had no issues with connectivity at all since installing Windows 11 so now I get to enjoy this headset to the fullest.
Review: Awesome headset overall - Pros: Super comfortable, not too heavy, long battery life. Relatively plug and play on PC. Very good sound out of the box. Cons: Overall a bit pricey given the build quality/microphone quality. Needs Sonar software to sound their absolute best, or to get the most out of the headphone/microphone. Yes, its free, but still - Out of the box, sound quality overall is very good. On PC using Sonar EQ features, the headphones can be made to sound excellent overall, if still a bit etched/bright/harsh at time IMO. The microphone is overall pretty good with AI and other "enhancements", but I find adjusting the boom a bit annoying as I have to fight it a bit every time I pull it out to get it to rest properly near my mouth. I can always see in in my periphery as well, which can be a little distracting. Its possible that there is better value to be found just investing in a separate dedicated microphone. But having the "all in one" solution is convenient. I am very picky about audio quality, and I find these satisfying, especially after a careful tune. The 40mm drivers can really deliver on the bass, and deliver lots of detail and volume with low distortion. Comfort is excellent, though the clamp is almost too light for my taste. That said, I can wear these for hours with no major comfort problems with or without glasses. But they are too loose, even after I adjust them, for any sort of active wear. These are for sitting/walking around a little. Volume knobs are easy to find, though I'd like a little more resistance in them, and the ergonomics overall beat some of my other headphones for sure. The wifi range (not bluetooth), is quite good - I can play something on my computer and wander pretty far from it and maintain a signal. In terms of cons, I find these headphones a bit awkward to attach/detach from different devices with bluetooth. Its various beeps and boops and breathing LEDs do nothing for me in terms of figuring out how to disconnect from one device while staying connected to another. I'd like it to just tell me what it is trying to attach/detach to like my 7 year old Bose bluetooth speaker. The 2.4 ghz connection does not seem to have a benefit over bluetooth in terms of sound quality, which is a shame, and I don't know what happens when I break/lose that dongle. The on-board amp gets very loud, though there is some hiss, and one apparently has to enter the Sonar software to shut off the volume limit to get the full volume anyway, a bit of a quirk. Which gets me to another point: the "free" Sonar software is powerful, but it is also really needed to get the most out of these headphones. It is full of quirks - you need the "engine" menu to adjust or shut off the side mic feature, shut off the volume limiter, or to reduce game volume during calls. In the "Sonar" section, you can customize EQs for different inputs, but I found it impossible to copy an EQ I created for the "game" mode and set it to "media" or "aux" as well. Hence I have to repeat the process of doing my 10 point parabolic EQ over and over - tedious. Sliding with a mouse is fine for the uninitiated, but I needed to enter my exact values, and the software makes you click in the tiny boxes, and could not do Q values below 0.5. When listening to Music on my computer, it is also showing up under the "game" mode in the mixer, meaning I have to remember to turn on/off features like "spatial audio" since, while it is fun for games, it is terrible for music. You can drag and drop the "app" to its appropriate section, but this is more setup work. Also, Windows update has broken the Sonar software multiple times (no audio no matter WHAT I did - even audio driver reinstalls!). So far the solution has been to just re-install the Sonar software, easy enough. Still, this is super frustrating, especially the first time it happened because I had ZERO indication of what went wrong. IMO there should be a way to set a "global" EQ (parabolic, not just the sliders which IS available in the "engine" menu, confusingly), if you want. There should also be hotkeys I can set up to turn on/off things like spatial audio, the EQ, or adjust the side mic or other mic features. Heck, why not let me set an EQ and save it to the headphone itself, so I can have it when using these with my other non-PC devices? That would make these even more awesome and let me have consistent sound across devices. As an inferior solution, we could have an engine/sonar app for our phones/tablets, I guess. I still recommend these overall, for those wanting a good headset with a good mic that is fun for games but capable of being great for casual music/movie stuff too. When gaming I am still getting the hang of balancing chat/game sounds since everyone seems to have different microphone quality. I was hoping that one of the many features of this software would be to tame some of the hotter microphones out there. A pair of cheap, non-gaming bluetooth headphones I own seemed to do this a lot better. For the full asking price, I think some of the compromises in terms of material choices, microphone quality, and features are a bit of a stretch. But for the sale price I paid, I think it is about right, especially since the Sonar software really does up the ante if you are going to do a lot of gaming. Lets hope it stays free, otherwise I might have held out for better overall "out of the box" performance.

## Features

- NEODYMIUM MAGNETIC DRIVERS — These drivers create an ultra-detailed soundscape of crystal clear highs, pinpoint mids, and deep bass for your space journey
- DUAL AUDIO STREAMS — Connect your mobile device directly for on-the-go audio or mix in calls or music with your game audio.when at home.
- MULTI-PLATFORM WIRELESS — Instant, lossless wireless on your PC, PlayStation, Switch or tablet with a portable USB-C dongle (USB-C to USB-A cable also included).
- 38-HR BATTERY LIFE — Quickly jump back in with USB-C Fast Charge, giving 6 hours of play after a 15 min charge
- 360° SPATIAL AUDIO — Hear everything from every direction for full immersion and situational awareness; compatible with Tempest 3D Audio.
- X-RAY HEARING — Amplify footsteps, reloads, or whatever helps you win with 100+ game presets. Powered by Sonar Software.
- AI NOISE CANCELLING — Deletes any noise that isn’t your voice, so you can be heard loud and clear.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B15QM5LL |
| Age Range (Description) | One Size |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Battery Life | 38 Hour |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,564 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #25 in Mac Game Headsets #229 in PC Game Headsets |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Cable Feature | Without Cable |
| Carrying Case Color | Black |
| Charging Time | 38 Hours |
| Compatible Devices | Meta Quest 2, Nintendo Switch, Personal Computer, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, macOS |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Control Method | App, Touch |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Controller Type | compatible with various gaming platform controllers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (2,809) |
| Date First Available | August 23, 2022 |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 22000 Hz |
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00813682027711 |
| Hardware Interface | Bluetooth |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Input Device Interface | Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Item model number | 61553 |
| Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Model Name | Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.85 x 6.6 x 3.41 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming, Portable Electronics |
| Series Number | 61553 |
| Special Feature | Gaming |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming |
| Style | PC | PlayStation |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | Yes |
| UPC | 813682027711 |
| Units | 1 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SteelSeries
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 36 Ohms

## Images

![SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset — Neodymium Magnetic Drivers — 2.4GHz + Mixable Bluetooth — 38Hr USB-C Battery — ClearCast Gen2 AI Mic — PC, PS5, Switch, VR, Mobile - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611LReeBjVL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: anybody when using the headset get a crackling sometimes with audio or microphone use?**
A: Yes.  Sadly the Arctis 7 had no issues and were infinitely better, but SteelSeries replaced them with these.  There are some pros like USB-C, but the forced PC software and PC controlled audio (vs the old on-board management) were downgrades.  Then after 5-mos I got crackling once in a while along with a loud snap 1-3x a day on the left ear cup.  They also freeze up and need a hard reset once every 2mos.  I tried some alternatives but unfortunately SteelSeries just has the best quality for the price when it comes to wireless headphones.  Just a shame they hit perfection then downgraded their own device with the 7+.

**Q: Can anyone help me fix chatmix? The right dial on mine doesn't work.**
A: Download the SteelSeries GG application and enable Sonar. It should be fairly straightforward to set that up. For whatever reason they decided you need an app to allow the Chatmix wheel on the headset to work. Very silly imo.
However, you'll note with the 7+ specifically, this will break device fallback (when you unplug your headset it will not automatically swap back to your speakers).
To resolve this, exit the SteelSeries GG application. Don't minimize it to the system tray, actually completely exit it.

**Q: can i listen to gameplay from my computer as well as music from my iphone at the same time?**
A: No, but if you play music from your computer you can.

**Q: Detachable mic?**
A: Yep, completely detachable, mine didn't come with it though

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sounds great, but software issues make this a headset a pain to use.
*by B***B on May 8, 2024*

First, the good: +Sounds good +Battery lasts relatively long time +The retractable mic makes the headset feel less cumbersome +Comfortable to wear for a long time +Being able to use both bluetooth and 2.4ghz is amazin +/- Customizeable with swappable side plates and head strap Now the (HUGE) Negative: --SteelSeries GG is awful. The app itself is fine, but it automatically switches your output depending on what it detects. It's great when it works, but it is constantly disconnecting. When switching from one game to another, you will hear a beep. This means your headset has disconnected and you will have to disconnect and reconnect the dongle. This will sometimes happen while playing the same game. This can be avoided by not using the GG software. I uninstalled it after much frustration, and used the headset with the basic drivers. This worked great for a while. You have to manually select the output device, but this saves you the frustration of the GG software, which is very worth it. After a month of no issues, the headset refused to output any sound from the 2.4ghz connection. The bluetooth worked just fine. In the end, I had to reinstall the GG software. I will try to uninstall again once I am done writing this review. I love this headset, but the disconnection issue is such a big problem that I would recommend shopping around before deciding to purchase this. EDIT: I contacted SteelSeries support and they were able to send me a new headset. Their customer service is amazing, and was able to get me a replacement super fast. Unfortunately I am experiencing all of the same issues as before on the new headset, and even reinstalled Windows to see if that would fix anything. Still disappointed, but happy with how great their customer service was. EDIT 2: I installed Windows 11 and now the headset works flawlessly. I reinstalled Windows 10 twice only to have the same issue so I'm a bit confused as to why it works now, but I am going to change my rating to reflect my new experience. I have had no issues with connectivity at all since installing Windows 11 so now I get to enjoy this headset to the fullest.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome headset overall
*by M***P on March 4, 2024*

Pros: Super comfortable, not too heavy, long battery life. Relatively plug and play on PC. Very good sound out of the box. Cons: Overall a bit pricey given the build quality/microphone quality. Needs Sonar software to sound their absolute best, or to get the most out of the headphone/microphone. Yes, its free, but still - Out of the box, sound quality overall is very good. On PC using Sonar EQ features, the headphones can be made to sound excellent overall, if still a bit etched/bright/harsh at time IMO. The microphone is overall pretty good with AI and other "enhancements", but I find adjusting the boom a bit annoying as I have to fight it a bit every time I pull it out to get it to rest properly near my mouth. I can always see in in my periphery as well, which can be a little distracting. Its possible that there is better value to be found just investing in a separate dedicated microphone. But having the "all in one" solution is convenient. I am very picky about audio quality, and I find these satisfying, especially after a careful tune. The 40mm drivers can really deliver on the bass, and deliver lots of detail and volume with low distortion. Comfort is excellent, though the clamp is almost too light for my taste. That said, I can wear these for hours with no major comfort problems with or without glasses. But they are too loose, even after I adjust them, for any sort of active wear. These are for sitting/walking around a little. Volume knobs are easy to find, though I'd like a little more resistance in them, and the ergonomics overall beat some of my other headphones for sure. The wifi range (not bluetooth), is quite good - I can play something on my computer and wander pretty far from it and maintain a signal. In terms of cons, I find these headphones a bit awkward to attach/detach from different devices with bluetooth. Its various beeps and boops and breathing LEDs do nothing for me in terms of figuring out how to disconnect from one device while staying connected to another. I'd like it to just tell me what it is trying to attach/detach to like my 7 year old Bose bluetooth speaker. The 2.4 ghz connection does not seem to have a benefit over bluetooth in terms of sound quality, which is a shame, and I don't know what happens when I break/lose that dongle. The on-board amp gets very loud, though there is some hiss, and one apparently has to enter the Sonar software to shut off the volume limit to get the full volume anyway, a bit of a quirk. Which gets me to another point: the "free" Sonar software is powerful, but it is also really needed to get the most out of these headphones. It is full of quirks - you need the "engine" menu to adjust or shut off the side mic feature, shut off the volume limiter, or to reduce game volume during calls. In the "Sonar" section, you can customize EQs for different inputs, but I found it impossible to copy an EQ I created for the "game" mode and set it to "media" or "aux" as well. Hence I have to repeat the process of doing my 10 point parabolic EQ over and over - tedious. Sliding with a mouse is fine for the uninitiated, but I needed to enter my exact values, and the software makes you click in the tiny boxes, and could not do Q values below 0.5. When listening to Music on my computer, it is also showing up under the "game" mode in the mixer, meaning I have to remember to turn on/off features like "spatial audio" since, while it is fun for games, it is terrible for music. You can drag and drop the "app" to its appropriate section, but this is more setup work. Also, Windows update has broken the Sonar software multiple times (no audio no matter WHAT I did - even audio driver reinstalls!). So far the solution has been to just re-install the Sonar software, easy enough. Still, this is super frustrating, especially the first time it happened because I had ZERO indication of what went wrong. IMO there should be a way to set a "global" EQ (parabolic, not just the sliders which IS available in the "engine" menu, confusingly), if you want. There should also be hotkeys I can set up to turn on/off things like spatial audio, the EQ, or adjust the side mic or other mic features. Heck, why not let me set an EQ and save it to the headphone itself, so I can have it when using these with my other non-PC devices? That would make these even more awesome and let me have consistent sound across devices. As an inferior solution, we could have an engine/sonar app for our phones/tablets, I guess. I still recommend these overall, for those wanting a good headset with a good mic that is fun for games but capable of being great for casual music/movie stuff too. When gaming I am still getting the hang of balancing chat/game sounds since everyone seems to have different microphone quality. I was hoping that one of the many features of this software would be to tame some of the hotter microphones out there. A pair of cheap, non-gaming bluetooth headphones I own seemed to do this a lot better. For the full asking price, I think some of the compromises in terms of material choices, microphone quality, and features are a bit of a stretch. But for the sale price I paid, I think it is about right, especially since the Sonar software really does up the ante if you are going to do a lot of gaming. Lets hope it stays free, otherwise I might have held out for better overall "out of the box" performance.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***A on March 25, 2025*

Make sure to download GG software to control Sonar it will take you to next level

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