SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White)
Gaming · 2021 · White
85
/ 100
From $169
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 11
HiFiMan
HiFiMan Susvara
Planar magnetic
96
/ 100
From $5,999
Specdex verdict
HiFiMan Susvara takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) lands at 85 and HiFiMan Susvara at 96. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick HiFiMan Susvara if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) 85
vs 96 HiFiMan Susvara
Score breakdown
SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White)
85 anc 70
sound 85
comfort 83
battery 86
features 85
HiFiMan Susvara
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) | HiFiMan Susvara |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Planar magnetic |
| Variant | White | — |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White)
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
HiFiMan Susvara
Pros
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) vs HiFiMan Susvara
Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) or HiFiMan Susvara? +
HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) worth the price? +
At $169, SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +
At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does SteelSeries Arctis 7+ (White) or HiFiMan Susvara 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.