Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro

Headset Comparison: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro

When it comes to choosing the right headset, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your options is key. Today, we compare two popular models: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro, to help you determine which headset aligns best with your audio needs. Both models provide long-term comfort. Constructed from White plastic, the Airpods Pro 3rd Gen is designed to be durable while still providing comfort. The Arctiss Nova Pro consists of materials like Aluminum alloy, plastic, leatherette ear cushions, memory foam. You can find the detailed comparison below.

Technichal specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Type
In-ear
Over-ear
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 5.0, Wired (USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack)
Battery life
6 hours on a single charge with the charging case - more than 30 hours
22 hours
Charge time
1 hour
3 hours
Charging method
Lightning connector/ Qi-compatible chargers
USB-C
Wireless range
Up to 10 meters
Up to 12 meters
Latency
Low
Low
Batteries
Rechargeable lithium-ion
‎2 Lithium Ion batteries
Driver info
Custom Apple driver for high dynamic range and deep bass
40mm neodymium drivers
Physical specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Weight
each: 4.28 grams
298 grams
Dimensions
19.21x30.79x18.26 mm
180 cm x 211 cm x 91 mm
Materials
White plastic
Aluminum alloy, plastic, leatherette ear cushions, memory foam
Color options
White
Black, White
Mute button
No
Yes
Touch controls
Yes
No
Accessories
MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning to USB-C Cable
Wireless Base Station, USB-C to USB-A Cable, 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio Cable, 2x Removable Magnetic Ear Plates, Microphone Pop Filter
Cable length
N/A
1.5m USB cable 1.2m audio cable
Water/sweat resistence
IPX4
N/A
Microphone
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Type
N/A
Boom
Directionality
Beamforming
Bidirectional
Frequency response
N/A
100Hz - 6.5kHz
Sensitivity
N/A
-38 dBV/Pa
AI features
N/A
Noise reduction, removes consistently produced, unwanted noises like fans, road noise, and other consistent sounds.
Speaker
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
10 Hz - 40 kHz (wired) 10 Hz - 22 kHz (wireless)
Mono/stereo audio
Stereo
Stereo
Transparency mode
Yes
No
AI features
Virtual Surround Sound: Supports spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive sound experiences. Spatial Audio Capabilities: Yes, creating a theater-like experience for music and movies.
Virtual surround sound: Yes (Sonar software for 7.1 surround sound) Spatial audio capabilities: Yes
Popularity and rating
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro
Brand popularity
High
High
Model popularity
Very High
High
Comfort rating
High
High
Sound quality rating
High
High
Durability rating
Medium to High
High
Comfort for long wear
High
High

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