SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold
Gaming · 2024 · Black
82
/ 100
From $129
VS
Audeze LCD-5 wins by 14
Audeze
Audeze LCD-5
Planar magnetic
96
/ 100
From $4,500
Specdex verdict
Audeze LCD-5 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold lands at 82 and Audeze LCD-5 at 96. That puts Audeze LCD-5 ahead by 14 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Audeze LCD-5 if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold 82
vs 96 Audeze LCD-5
Score breakdown
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold
82 anc 70
sound 82
comfort 80
battery 86
features 82
Audeze LCD-5
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold | Audeze LCD-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Planar magnetic |
| Variant | Black | — |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold
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
Audeze LCD-5
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 Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold vs Audeze LCD-5
Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5? +
Audeze LCD-5 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 14. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold worth the price? +
At $129, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.
Is Audeze LCD-5 worth the price? +
At $4,500, Audeze LCD-5 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (Black) · Rose Gold or Audeze LCD-5 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.