Headsets / Comparison
JBL Quantum 800 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
Headset · JBL
JBL Quantum 800
Wireless · 50 mm · 2020Very good
Connection100
Driver84
Microphone84
Recency53
VS
Headset · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
Wireless · 40 mm · 2024Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Recency86
Verdict
JBL Quantum 800 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 83 and 83.
- Driver: JBL Quantum 800 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this
JBL Quantum 800
If you care most about driver.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| JBL Quantum 800 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 83 | Gear score | 83 |
| Wireless | Connection | Wireless |
| 50 mm | Driver | 40 mm |
| Flip-to-mute | Microphone | — |
| 2020 | Release year | 2024 |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $148 |
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.
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FAQ
Is JBL Quantum 800 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 better?
JBL Quantum 800 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 83 and 83. Driver: JBL Quantum 800 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
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