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.
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Almighty Audio
Venture past the mundane into the world of Almighty Audio, a triumphant combination of SteelSeries hardware and Sonar software contained in the Nova Acoustic System. Custom-designed High Fidelity Drivers elevate your gaming to Almighty levels.
360° Spatial Audio
Fully engage with your favorite world as immersive surround sound allows you to identify the direction of every critical step, reload, or vocal cue.
*Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound
Pro-grade Parametric EQ
Feel like an audio wizard with Sonar Software and adjust nearly every aspect of sound by using a professional-grade, 10-band Parametric EQ. With a couple of clicks, highlight the head pops and critical enemy footsteps by using presets made with the best esports players.
Multi-Platform Freedom
Experience low-latency Quantum 2.0 Wireless via the multi-platform USB-C dongle. Seamlessly swap between PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch, Meta Quest 2, or even USB-C tablets/mobile for smooth, lag-free sound.
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Fast-Charge USB-C Battery
Power up Almighty Audio for 38 hours of use. It's easy to get the premium sound back on track with the fast-charging USB-C port; 15 minutes bring 6 hours of use.
AI-Powered Noise Cancelling Microphone
No more telling your squad to stop crunching on chips, as powerful AI algorithms shut down the noise - not just your own, but also your teammates' keyboard clacks. The mic fully retracts into the earcup for a sleeker look.
ComfortMax System
Feel the premium quality with a lightweight steel headband and find the perfect fit with 4 points adjustment. Height-adjustable, rotating earcups meet a flexible overhead band for total comfort, combined with AirWeave Memory Foam Cushions.
Onboard Controls
Adjust volume, tweak the balance of game audio and chat with ChatMix, mute yourself, answer calls and pair with the Bluetooth button, all in the reach of your hand without exiting your game.
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This is a very good entry-level headset for PC gamers who want a good quality headset for a low price with decent quality, it’s very straightforward and simple to use, it’s lightweight and very comfortable on the head. The headset charges with a USB-C cable, and it comes with a USB-C wireless adapter for the headset. The steel series arctis nova 4 is all plastic and feels very durable. it has a built-in mic and also a mute button and a adjustable headband and you can also use the steel series app on pc for the sonar audio and more settings for enhanced spatial awareness. With that being said, i highly recommend you give this headset a try.
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Great value for money
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Excelente sonido, realmente comodos
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