SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
88
/ 100
From $249
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 8
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 Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) lands at 88 and HiFiMan Susvara at 96. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 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 Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 88
vs 96 HiFiMan Susvara
Score breakdown
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
88 anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
HiFiMan Susvara
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) | HiFiMan Susvara |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Planar magnetic |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
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 Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) vs HiFiMan Susvara
Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Susvara? +
HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +
At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 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.