SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White
Gaming · 2022 · White
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
World-class ANC · 30hr · Immersive Audio
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White lands at 90 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 at 93. That puts Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 if…
- ✓Deepest ANC on the market
- ✓Comfortable for 8hr+ flights
- ✓Bose Immersive Audio
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2ANC strength for commute and travel
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 leads on anc (100 vs 70).
Comfort
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2Long-session wearability
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 leads on comfort (96 vs 88).
Value for money
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic WhiteSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White more score per dollar ($349 vs $449).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | — |
| Variant | White | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Driver | — | 35 mm |
| ANC | — | Hybrid · 8-mic |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3 + Snapdragon Sound |
| Codecs | — | aptX Adaptive + AAC + SBC |
| Battery | — | 30 hr (24 with ANC) |
| Charging | — | USB-C, 15-min for 2.5hr |
| Weight | — | 254 g |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
- +Deepest ANC on the market
- +Comfortable for 8hr+ flights
- +Bose Immersive Audio
- −No multi-point with 2025 firmware bug
- −Cable not included
- −Pricier than XM6
FAQ: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
Which is better, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $349, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.
Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 worth the price? +
At $449, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in anc.
Does SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 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 noise cancelling, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 — leads on anc (100 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.
Which is better for comfort, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (White) · Arctic White or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 — leads on comfort (96 vs 88). Long-session wearability.