Headsets / Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p vs Xtrfy H2

Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p

Wireless · 40 mm · 2024
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency86
VS
Headset · Xtrfy

Xtrfy H2

Wired · 53 mm
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver92
Microphone92
Verdict

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p and Xtrfy H2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.

  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p is wireless; Xtrfy H2 is wired.
  • Driver: Xtrfy H2 leads (53 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p

If you care most about connection.

Pick this

Xtrfy H2

If you care most about driver.

Spec-by-spec comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5pXtrfy H2
82Gear score82
WirelessConnectionWired
40 mmDriver53 mm
FixedMicrophoneDetachable
2024Release year—
≈ $149Estimated price≈ $99

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 5p or Xtrfy H2 better?

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p and Xtrfy H2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p is wireless; Xtrfy H2 is wired. Driver: Xtrfy H2 leads (53 mm vs 40 mm).

Which one is wireless?

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p is wireless; Xtrfy H2 is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5p ≈ $149, Xtrfy H2 ≈ $99. Current prices vary by store.