Brand | SteelSeries |
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Series | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Multi-Plaform Gaming Headset - Signature Arctis Sound - ClearCast Gen 2 Mic - PC, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Mobile |
Item model number | 61631 |
Hardware Platform | Gaming Console, PC |
Operating System | PC/MAC |
Item Weight | 8.3 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 7.32 x 6.82 x 3.47 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.32 x 6.82 x 3.47 inches |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
ASIN | B09ZWMYHCT |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | August 23, 2022 |
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Brand | SteelSeries |
Model Name | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Multi-Plaform Gaming Headset - Signature Arctis Sound - ClearCast Gen 2 Mic - PC, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Mobile See more |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
About this item
- Almighty Audio — Custom-designed Nova Acoustic System features best-in class audio for gaming with High Fidelity Drivers. Fully customize your ideal sound experience with a first-in gaming Pro-grade Parametric EQ.Specific uses for product : Gaming
- 360 degree Spatial Audio — Immersive surround sound transports you to the gaming world, letting you hear every critical step, reload, or vocal cue to give you an advantage. *Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound.
- Adjustable for Perfect Fit — The ComfortMAX System includes height-adjusting, rotating earcups with AirWeave Memory Foam cushions and a stretchy band. The lightweight form of the headset keeps you comfortable no matter how long you play.
- AI-Powered Noise-Cancelling Mic — The ClearCast Gen 2 mic silences background noise to give you crystal clear comms, backed by Sonar Software's powerful AI algorithms. Fully retract the mic into the earcup for a sleeker look.
- Dynamic RGB Lighting — Dazzle with customizable, dynamic 16.8 million color options that react to in-game events and sync with other devices. Show off your signature style on PC and console.
- Multi-Platform Support - Easily connect to compatible platforms with a USB-C connection, such as PC, PlayStation, or Switch. Works great with mobile devices as well.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For gaming | 4.3 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Sound quality | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Noise cancellation | 4.0 | 3.1 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Comfort | — | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.1 | — |
Volume control | 4.1 | — | — | 3.7 | 4.0 | — |
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connectivity tech | USB | Wireless, Wired | Bluetooth | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Headset | Over Ear |
connector type | USB Type C | usb-c,wireless | Mini-phone | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | USB |
noise control | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | sound isolation | sound isolation | active noise cancellation |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | USB | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | usb |
cable feature | Retractable | Without Cable | Without Cable | wireless bluetooth | Detachable | Detachable |
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From the manufacturer
Almighty Audio
Steep your ears in incredible Almighty Audio to elevate your gaming experience. Arctis Nova 3 offers the Nova Acoustic System with custom-designed High Fidelity Drivers for stellar audio vibes that will leave you coming back for more.
Nova Acoustic System
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 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.
ComfortMAX System
Super Lightweight & Slim
Drip check. The Arctis Nova 3's stylish profile weighs just 253g/0.55lb, ensuring comfortable wear all day long. Your ears stay cool with AirWeave Memory Foam cushions, keeping you comfy throughout your gaming session.
Height-Adjustable
It's easy to find the perfect fit with 4-points of adjustability. The height-adjustable earcups work for any head size and the flexible, stretchy band distributes the weight evenly.
AI-Powered Noise Cancelling Microphone
No more telling your bestie to stop crunching on snacks while squadding up, as powerful AI algorithms shut down the noise - not just your own, but also your teammates' keyboard clacks. When you just want to listen to bops, retract your mic completely into the earcup.
Multi-Platform Support
Your Arctis Nova 3 easily connect via USB-C connection to your PC, Mac, PlayStation, or Switch. Also vibe on the go with your mobile device.
PrismSync RGB Lighting
Glow up in dazzling style and make it your own. The fully customizable RGB zones shine in 16.8 million colors while playing on PC or console via USB. PrismSync works together with your other devices and reacts to in-game events to enhance your gaming space.
Nova Comparison Table
Arctis Nova 3 | Artis Nova 1 - Black | Arctis Nova 7 | Arctis Nova Pro Wired | Arctis Nova Pro Wireless | Arctis 9 | |
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System Connection
| Wired USB-C (+3.5mm) | Wired - 3.5mm | USB-C Dongle | Wired USB-C x 2 | 2x USB-C - WL Hub | USB Dongle (+3.5mm) |
Hi-Fi Speakers
| Yes / Custom | Yes / Custom | Yes / Custom | Yes - Premium/Custom | Yes - Premium/Custom | Yes / Custom |
Simultaneous Audio
| N/A | N/A | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT |
Battery Life
| N/A | N/A | 38 Hours | N/A | Non-Stop (2x22H) | 20H |
USB-C Fast Charge
| N/A | N/A | Yes - 15min/6hrs | N/A | 15min/3hrs (Backup) | N/A |
Ear Cushions
| AirWeave/Memory Foam | AirWeave/Memory Foam | AirWeave/Memory Foam | VeganLeather/MemFoam | VeganLeather/MemFoam | AirWeave/Memory Foam |
Primary Platforms
| PC/PS/SW/MAC/MOB *XB | PC/PS/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SWITCH/MAC | PS/PC/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SW/MAC |
Weight
| 253g/.55lbs | 236g/.52lbs | 324g/.71lbs | 294g/.65lbs | 336g/.74lbs | 367g/.81lbs |
Retractable Mic
| AI Noise Cancelling | Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | Noise Cancelling |
Prism RGB Lighting
| Dual Zone RGB | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Product Description
Almighty Audio has never been more accessible, as the Arctis Nova 3 combines hardware and software to bring superior sound quality with High Fidelity Drivers, 360° Spatial Audio, and a 10-band Parametric EQ. AI algorithms guide the noise-cancelling mic to clear out background noise. PrismSync RGB glows up your style in 16.8 M colors, all while using a comfortable and adjustable, lightweight headset with USB-C.
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Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
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Customers like the sound quality, comfort, and value of the headphones. For example, they mention that the volume is amazing, the cushions muffle a decent amount of sound from outside, and that the mic quality is pretty good. That said, some complain about the mic. Opinions are mixed on quality and performance.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say the sound is excellent, the mic sounds clear, and the cushions muffle a decent amount of sound from outside. The volume is absolutely amazing, and they have insane directional audio. They also say that they can hear everything in their game or movie, and that they easily mute out game noise.
"...The dial toggle is very cool! I can use it to easily mute out game noise if there's an issue, or vice versa if everyone is just talking about..." Read more
"...Used for PC gaming. We were surprised by it's sound quality, comfort and mic quality. Decent headset for price." Read more
"...Great noise-canceling micExceptional Almighty spatial audio (the highs, mids, and lows are all very present and accounted for)...." Read more
"...The software offers terrible "surround sound" as it just hampers the audio, so I just leave it off...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say that they are super comfortable, soft enough to keep on their ears for hours of gaming or listening to music, and don't feel cheap or itchy. Some mention that the cups fit beautifully and don’t hurt their ears at all.
"...The fabric and the stretch fabric on the headset is very comfortable and breathable...." Read more
"...Used for PC gaming. We were surprised by it's sound quality, comfort and mic quality. Decent headset for price." Read more
"...They are also soft enough to keep on your ears for hours of gaming or listening to music if you wanted without feeling discomfort, the head strap is..." Read more
"...5 headsets I've had in the last 3 years this is the best, light and comfortable, ok-ish customisation in the gg software, not many preset sound modes..." Read more
Customers are happy with the headset. They say the sound and microphone quality is good. They also mention that the mic is very crisp, and delivers great clarity. Some customers are also impresseded with the software, saying it's really good and efficient. The retractable microphone works well, and the sidenote feedback is awesome.
"...The retractable microphone works very well, and my raid leader says I'm very crisp - definitely not the case with my knockoff cheapo headset...." Read more
"...We were surprised by it's sound quality, comfort and mic quality. Decent headset for price." Read more
"...mic quality is good, as these are one of the better wired headsets out there...." Read more
"I love the headset. Everything sounds great and the mic is very crisp, but the Steelseries software makes it very confusing to use...." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. They say it's a good buy for the money you pay, has features that they always looked for, and works great for the price. Some customers also mention that the sound dial was defective. Overall, customers find the product to be a solid choice for a headset.
"...This headset was a pretty good price. Used for PC gaming. We were surprised by it's sound quality, comfort and mic quality. Decent headset for price." Read more
"...build quality is very good, look and feel solid, given their price point, as good as some costing a good deal more, and sound just as good...." Read more
"...still a good buy for the money you pay." Read more
"Good price and a good product" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the headphones. They mention that the slim form not only looks good but still sounds amazing. The build of the attics 5 look nice, and it has a completely improved design. The headphones have a great minimalistic design that they love. The sound is really excellent, very crisp, and the mic is beautiful. The headset looks and feels great, and is lightweight.
"...The headset is very stylish. I'm a small person, with an average size head and average but slightly pokey-outey ears...." Read more
"...sound is really excellent. very crisp, and i have tinnitus bad ( ringing in the ears )...." Read more
"...The unboxing experience was very memorable, the design of them are perfect, and it's the most comfortable headset I've had the pleasure of wearing..." Read more
"...Its really light with a completely improved design so i know it wont end up snapping from regular use like the primes did, comfort is about the same..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that it has extreme quality, very good materials and sound, and high-quality features. However, others say that the build quality is questionable, the built in microphone is pretty solid, and the wire is fragile.
"...Excellent build quality.Durable and easily adjusted.Customization: Leds and EQ tunings using the software on PC...." Read more
"...build quality is very good, look and feel solid, given their price point, as good as some costing a good deal more, and sound just as good...." Read more
"...At neutral, it's equal for both.RGB functionality is initially a bit complicated looking but is through Steelseries' app that you can..." Read more
"Waited till they were on sale (50% off) to buy and was not disappointed in quality!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it works perfectly fine, while others say that they just don't work at all anymore.
"...The Good:Works with every device via 3.5 (aux) or USB.Plenty of included cord length.Great noise-canceling mic..." Read more
"...TL;DRThese don't work out of the box (on pc), the software required sucks, and they need to be replugged every time when leaving sleep mode...." Read more
"...Sound quality and comfort are great! The lights worked perfect! The stickers were a nice bonus as well" Read more
"...It died, came back, and died again, lagged my computer, and finally pulled me out of fullscreen to show me a stupid "steelseries gg" window...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the mic of the headphones. They mention that it has a constant static buzzing sound, and is inferior compared to other headsets. They also report connectivity problems and mic problems. The mic barely registers their voice, and the sound randomly stops working.
"...However for $44 this has good sound quality. The mic isn't the best, but it works fine. I bought it because my work headset was causing weird issues...." Read more
"...There is also a minor problem I have with the mic, where when I first use it, only static comes out (I tested this with my friends)...." Read more
"...(couldn’t get sonar to work properly), but I had repeated issues with the sound quality of others voices specifically on Xbox...." Read more
"...looks as one would expect giving a nice ambience, and the mic can be tucked away when not in use, sadly i had trouble with the mic picking up sound..." Read more
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The headset is very stylish. I'm a small person, with an average size head and average but slightly pokey-outey ears. The fabric and the stretch fabric on the headset is very comfortable and breathable. It angles just a touch forward when I wear it, which is not noticeable after a few minutes. The retractable microphone works very well, and my raid leader says I'm very crisp - definitely not the case with my knockoff cheapo headset.
Length of the plug leading from the headset to the dial toggle is very generous, as well as from the dial toggle to the computer. Due to USB hogging I have to use the top of my tower USBs, but no problem at all, very forgiving in length. I haven't had it fall out yet but I'm not headbanging while raid healing. The dial toggle is very cool! I can use it to easily mute out game noise if there's an issue, or vice versa if everyone is just talking about nothing and I want to tone them down. At neutral, it's equal for both.
RGB functionality is initially a bit complicated looking but is through Steelseries' app that you can download, and you can make separate profiles. I have a violet/blue shifting thing for my Tauren Shadowpriesting and have several other profiles - glowing gold for my paladin, green for druid, etc. And there are sound function toggles.
Sound is great, crisp, and no reverb at all. The surround function at least in World of Warcraft is excellent and positionally is usually great, although for some reason sometimes when I'm mounting up on a specific mount the sound will originate more to the left, but, this isn't always, and maybe is a function of my setup.
I especially like this for Youtube progressive house mixes, bass turned up! The noise cancellation is not really cancellation, but the muffling is enough that it takes out more ambient noise. I live by a freeway though, so there's nothing killing that noise. Definitely softer.
I really like this headset. I would recommend if you're in the market, give this a good try, I hope mine has a lot of life left in it. It's a lightweight headset and the cords are fairly lightweight but give you great range.
Also a good wow factor, if anyone is watching you game, and I can make it match my tower RGB, hah hah. The little things, eh?
The Good:
Works with every device via 3.5 (aux) or USB.
Plenty of included cord length.
Great noise-canceling mic
Exceptional Almighty spatial audio (the highs, mids, and lows are all very present and accounted for).
Excellent build quality.
Durable and easily adjusted.
Customization: Leds and EQ tunings using the software on PC.
The Neutral
At this price a wired headset should include a case, stand, or something—anything really.
The bass is average when not using custom preset on PC and it's lacking over 3.5.
The 40mm Steel Series drivers (like all their headsets) would all be better if they were larger (50mm).
It's average at cancelling other noises around you (ie busy traffic, barking dog, etc.)
The bad:
Usb and internal DAC as well as LEDs don't work on Xbox. (You can plug up the USB wasting a port just to get the lighting, but why?)
You might as well buy the Arctis Nova 1's if you don't have a device to take advantage of the USB connection. If you have multiple devices and most (or the primary) can use the USB, then this is the best option (at this price point).
If you want Hi-Fi audio, then the Arctis Nova Pro Wired is what you want (probably the best cans I've owned that's both decent at scratching the audiophile itch and delivering exceptional gaming audio―everything just sounds better!)
For wireless there's the new Nova 7's which are great, but if you want to have two systems hooked up simultaneously I highly recommend the Nova Pro Wireless.
I love the new Nova lineup, but I do believe SS needs to start offer larger drivers, include more accesories, or charge Less. I will be reviewing the Nova Pro as well.
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Cloth earpieces, not my first choice, but, these were fairly comfortable, at first.
i prefer a bigger ear piece, one that doesnt press against my hear , but covers it entirely.
a bit too tight on my head as well, after a short while, it was getting uncomfortable.
mic quality is good, as these are one of the better wired headsets out there.
but, i couldnt keep them as the comfort factor on them was bordering on painful after about an hour of gaming.
sound is really excellent. very crisp, and i have tinnitus bad ( ringing in the ears ). had they had a better ear piece design, i would absolutely have kept them.
SO.. if they fit you or you dont mind a bit of a more secure fit, these will do you well. one of the best sounding of the 4 headsets i bought to try out.
build quality is very good, look and feel solid, given their price point, as good as some costing a good deal more, and sound just as good.
recommend if you dont mind a bit of a snug fit, both against your head, and around your ears..
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Sin duda si los recomiendo para aquellos que no quieren gastar mucho pero si lo suficiente para tener unos audífonos de calidad.
Agora posso dizer que ele apresenta um ponto negativo, que seria seu cabo, ele enrola fácil e prende em partes que não vai esperar. Um detalhe, mas que irrita um pouco.