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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
Sennheiser HD 6XX wins by 2
Sennheiser HD 6XX — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 6XX

Open-back

90
/ 100
From $219
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 6XX takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) lands at 88 and Sennheiser HD 6XX at 90. That puts Sennheiser HD 6XX 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 6XX 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

Sennheiser HD 6XX

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 6XX leads on sound (90 vs 88).

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 6XX

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 6XX leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Sennheiser HD 6XX

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sennheiser HD 6XX more score per dollar ($219 vs $249).

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) 88
vs
90 Sennheiser HD 6XX

Score breakdown

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Sennheiser HD 6XX
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 6XX — full spec comparison
Spec SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) Sennheiser HD 6XX
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2022
—

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 6XX

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 6XX

Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 6XX? +

Sennheiser HD 6XX scores 90 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 6XX worth the price? +

At $219, Sennheiser HD 6XX delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 6XX 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 6XX? +

Sennheiser HD 6XX — leads on sound (90 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 6XX? +

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