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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 vs SteelSeries v3

Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

Wireless · 40 mm · 2024
GEAR SCORE 83.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Recency86
VS
Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries v3

Wired
—Not enough specs for a score
Verdict

On the known specs, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 comes out ahead: better in 1 specs, versus 0 for SteelSeries v3.

  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is wireless; SteelSeries v3 is wired.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5SteelSeries v3
83Gear score—
WirelessConnectionWired
40 mmDriver—
2024Release year—
≈ $148Estimated price≈ $133

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 v3 better?

On the known specs, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 comes out ahead: better in 1 specs, versus 0 for SteelSeries v3. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is wireless; SteelSeries v3 is wired.

Which one is wireless?

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is wireless; SteelSeries v3 is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 ≈ $148, SteelSeries v3 ≈ $133. Current prices vary by store.