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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) — Gaming · 2022 · Black
SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)

Gaming · 2022 · Black

88
/ 100
From $249
VS
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) wins by 2
Sennheiser HD 58X — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 58X

Open-back

86
/ 100
From $169
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) lands at 88 and Sennheiser HD 58X at 86. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Sennheiser HD 58X if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound 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 58X

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 58X leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Sennheiser HD 58X

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sennheiser HD 58X more score per dollar ($169 vs $249).

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) 88
vs
86 Sennheiser HD 58X

Score breakdown

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

Specs side-by-side

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 58X — full spec comparison
Spec SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) Sennheiser HD 58X
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2022
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (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

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

FAQ: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) vs Sennheiser HD 58X

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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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.

Is Sennheiser HD 58X worth the price? +

At $169, Sennheiser HD 58X delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X 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, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 58X? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

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

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