SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
90
/ 100
From $349
VS
Sony
Sony WH-1000XM4
Over-ear · 2020
90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue lands at 90 and Sony WH-1000XM4 at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue 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)
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue 90
vs 90 Sony WH-1000XM4
Score breakdown
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue
90 anc 70
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 86
features 90
Sony WH-1000XM4
90 anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Over-ear |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2022 | 2020 |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue
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 Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue vs Sony WH-1000XM4
Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue or Sony WH-1000XM4? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue worth the price? +
At $349, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue delivers a Specdex score of 90 — 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 Wireless (PS5 Edition) · Navy Blue 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.