Focal Utopia 2022
Open-back
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Focal Utopia 2022 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Focal Utopia 2022 lands at 96 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts Focal Utopia 2022 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Focal Utopia 2022 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
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Focal Utopia 2022Tuning, detail, and staging
Focal Utopia 2022 leads on sound (96 vs 88).
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
Focal Utopia 2022Long-session wearability
Focal Utopia 2022 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 $4,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Focal Utopia 2022 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Focal Utopia 2022
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
FAQ: Focal Utopia 2022 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, Focal Utopia 2022 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Focal Utopia 2022 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Focal Utopia 2022 worth the price? +
At $4,999, Focal Utopia 2022 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — 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 Focal Utopia 2022 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, Focal Utopia 2022 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
Focal Utopia 2022 — leads on sound (96 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Focal Utopia 2022 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.