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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

88
/ 100
From $249
VS
Sony WH-1000XM4 wins by 2
Sony WH-1000XM4 — Over-ear · 2020
Sony

Sony WH-1000XM4

Over-ear · 2020

90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

Sony WH-1000XM4 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) lands at 88 and Sony WH-1000XM4 at 90. That puts Sony WH-1000XM4 ahead by 2 points — a narrow 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 Sony WH-1000XM4 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

Sony WH-1000XM4

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sony WH-1000XM4 leads on sound (90 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Sony WH-1000XM4

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sony WH-1000XM4 leads on anc (88 vs 70).

Comfort

Sony WH-1000XM4

Long-session wearability

Sony WH-1000XM4 leads on comfort (89 vs 86).

Value for money

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($249 vs $349).

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 88
vs
90 Sony WH-1000XM4

Score breakdown

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Sony WH-1000XM4
90
anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) versus Sony WH-1000XM4 — full spec comparison
Spec SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) Sony WH-1000XM4
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2022
2020

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

Sony WH-1000XM4

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) vs Sony WH-1000XM4

Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM4? +

Sony WH-1000XM4 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Sony WH-1000XM4 worth the price? +

At $349, Sony WH-1000XM4 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM4 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 (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM4? +

Sony WH-1000XM4 — leads on sound (90 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) or Sony WH-1000XM4? +

Sony WH-1000XM4 — leads on anc (88 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.