Sennheiser
Sennheiser HD 58X
Open-back
86
/ 100
From $169
VS
SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black)
Gaming · 2022 · Black
86
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 58X lands at 86 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sennheiser HD 58X if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Sennheiser HD 58X 86
vs 86 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black)
Score breakdown
Sennheiser HD 58X
86 anc 0
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black)
86 anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 58X | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | Black |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Sennheiser HD 58X
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 7 Wireless (Black)
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: Sennheiser HD 58X vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black)
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black)? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sennheiser HD 58X worth the price? +
At $169, Sennheiser HD 58X delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) worth the price? +
At $179, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Does Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Black) 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.