Headsets / Comparison
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2
Headset · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
Wireless · 40 mm · 2024Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Recency86
VS
Headset · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2
Wireless · 40 mm · 2025Top tier
Connection100
Driver62
Recency94
Verdict
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 83 and 85.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| 83 | Gear score | 85 |
| Wireless | Connection | Wireless |
| 40 mm | Driver | 40 mm |
| 2024 | Release year | 2025 |
| ≈ $148 | Estimated price | — |
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 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 better?
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 83 and 85.
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