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Sennheiser HD 58X — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 58X

Open-back

86
/ 100
From $169
VS
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) wins by 4
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) — Gaming · 2022 · Black
SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)

Gaming · 2022 · Black

90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 58X lands at 86 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) at 90. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) ahead by 4 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 Wireless (Black) 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 Wireless (Black)

Tuning, detail, and staging

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) leads on sound (90 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sennheiser HD 58X

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sennheiser HD 58X more score per dollar ($169 vs $349).

Sennheiser HD 58X 86
vs
90 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)

Score breakdown

Sennheiser HD 58X
86
anc 0
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)
90
anc 70
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 86
features 90

Specs side-by-side

Sennheiser HD 58X versus SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Sennheiser HD 58X SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro Wireless (Black)

Which is better, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. 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 Wireless (Black) worth the price? +

At $349, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

Does Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro 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.

Which is better for sound quality, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black) — leads on sound (90 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Sennheiser HD 58X or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Black)? +

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