The exterior of the earcups also feature interchangeable magnetic speaker plates for added customization.Īs far as compatibility goes, the 2.4GHz wireless connection of the Arctis Nova 7 uses a USB-C dongle to connect with PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, Android, and USB-C iPads with up to a 40-foot range. On the opposite side of the headset is the power button, Bluetooth button for pairing and playback control, ChatMix dial, and the USB-C charging port on the bottom. On the outside of the left earcup you’ll find the volume dial, mute button, 3.5mm auxiliary port, and the fully retractable ClearCast Gen 2 noise-canceling microphone. The external controls have been streamlined a bit. And, when you finally do need to charge, plugging it in for 15 minutes will get you six hours of playback thanks to the USB-C quick charging capabilities.

Even while utilizing simultaneous Bluetooth audio, you’ll still get a whopping 26 hours of combined audio playback. SteelSeries also increased the battery life even further to 38 hours of playtime (up from 30 hours in the Arctis 7+), allowing you to game for a day and a half without worrying about a charge. That being said, the headset is still incredibly lightweight, and the memory foam AirWeave ear cushions still provide comfort and breathability for long gaming sessions. I do miss the Ski Goggle headband that was used in the previous generation headsets, as the updated band isn’t quite as comfortable or bouncy. This time around, though, SteelSeries has also made the entire headset height-adjustable to ensure a more universal fit for just about everyone.

The build quality is still fantastic – from the sturdy steel headband to the stretchy band that lets the headset literally float on top of your head during use. In addition to the Bluetooth capabilities, as seen with the recent Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, the entire Arctis line of headsets have been redesigned to feature a slightly smaller form factor and decrease the overall weight by 14% when compared to last year’s Arctis 7+ line. Not only can you consolidate all of your audio needs into a single headset, it allows for much-needed cross-platform party chat through services like Discord across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC with relative ease.

Pairing wireless 2.4GHz game audio with a low-power Bluetooth 5.0 radio is the feature I never knew I needed – and it seriously is a game-changer. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 – Design and FeaturesĪside from its tried-and-true sound quality and design overhaul, the marquee feature of the Arctis Nova 7 is undoubtedly the simultaneous Bluetooth audio.

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