ASUS ROG Kithara vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
ASUS ROG Kithara
Wired · 100 mm · 2024SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
Wireless · 40 mm · 2025ASUS ROG Kithara and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 86 and 85.
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is wireless; ASUS ROG Kithara is wired.
- Driver: ASUS ROG Kithara leads (100 mm vs 40 mm).
ASUS ROG Kithara
If you care most about driver.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
If you care most about connection.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Kithara | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| 86 | Gear score | 85 |
| Wired | Connection | Wireless |
| 100 mm | Driver | 40 mm |
| Detachable | Microphone | — |
| 2024 | Release year | 2025 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
Which one adds more to your setup?
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FAQ
Is ASUS ROG Kithara or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite better?
ASUS ROG Kithara and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 86 and 85. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is wireless; ASUS ROG Kithara is wired. Driver: ASUS ROG Kithara leads (100 mm vs 40 mm).
Which one is wireless?
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is wireless; ASUS ROG Kithara is wired.