Steelseries expands the Arctis lineup with the Nova 5

SteelSeries has recently broadened its Arctis Nova product line with the debut of the Arctis Nova 5 wireless headsets. This new addition is accompanied by the launch of the Nova 5 Companion App, which grants users access to many audio presets. The Nova 5 will be available in three models, offering audio solutions for various gaming platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, and more.

The Arctis Nova 5 headsets have three notable features to enhance the gaming audio experience. These include a triple connection option featuring Quick Switch Wireless technology, enabling seamless switching between high-speed 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.3. Additionally, the headsets are designed for extended gaming sessions with over 60 hours of gameplay on a single charge. Lastly, the Companion App introduces a feature that enables real-time audio adjustments without interrupting gameplay and presents a library of over 100 game-specific audio presets crafted by audio professionals and gaming specialists.

The headsets have Neodymium magnetic drivers to deliver a more realistic audio experience. The Arctis Nova 5 series also incorporates a compact USB-C dongle for quick connectivity to various gaming platforms, including PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Another standout feature is the redesigned ClearCast 2.X Mic, offering enhanced bandwidth and clarity for communication. This microphone features a high-bandwidth chipset enabling 32KHz/16Bit audio and AI-powered noise reduction capabilities through the Sonar Audio software suite, an equaliser designed for gaming that provides extensive control over sound parameters.

In terms of charging, the headsets support rapid charging, delivering an additional six hours of battery life after just a 15-minute charge. The Arctis Nova 5 Series is now available globally, offering various variants such as the Arctis Nova 5, Nova 5X (Xbox), and Nova 5P (PlayStation) for £129.99/€139.99/$139.99. Furthermore, consumers can download the SteelSeries Sonar Audio software suite for free HERE.

KitGuru says: If you're looking for a new gaming wireless headset for PC, Xbox Series X|S, or PlayStation 5, the Nova 5 might be worth considering.

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