Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black
Open-back
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black lands at 90 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (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
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
TieLong-session wearability
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight BlackSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black more score per dollar ($219 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black
- +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 Wireless (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: Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $219, Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $349, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.
Does Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (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 noise cancelling, Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.
Which is the better value, Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition)? +
Sennheiser HD 6XX · Midnight Black — more score per dollar ($219 vs $349). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.