Sennheiser HD 58X
Open-back
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)
Gaming · 2022 · Black
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 58X lands at 86 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) at 88. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Sennheiser HD 58X if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) 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
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)Tuning, detail, and staging
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) leads on sound (88 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)ANC strength for commute and travel
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Sennheiser HD 58XLong-session wearability
Sennheiser HD 58X leads on comfort (88 vs 86).
Value for money
Sennheiser HD 58XSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sennheiser HD 58X more score per dollar ($169 vs $249).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 58X | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | Black |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Sennheiser HD 58X
- +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 (Black)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
FAQ: Sennheiser HD 58X vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Pro (Black) worth the price? +
At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Does Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (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.
Which is better for sound quality, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.