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AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue — Open-back
AKG

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue

Open-back

86
/ 100
From $349
VS
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) wins by 2
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

88
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue lands at 86 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Tuning, detail, and staging

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue

Long-session wearability

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($249 vs $349).

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue 86
vs
88 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Score breakdown

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue
86
anc 0
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88

Specs side-by-side

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue versus SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — full spec comparison
Spec AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Type
Open-back
Gaming headset
Variant
—
PS5 Edition
Release year
—
2022

AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Which is better, AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue worth the price? +

At $349, AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, AKG K712 Pro · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.