SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

Name: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite - Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset — 96kHz/24bit — Carbon Fiber Speakers — ANC — AI Noise Rejection — App — 2.4GHz + BT
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B0FQXB7JHT

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Bottom line: The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite: 96kHz/24bit Hi-Res audio over 2.4GHz and Bluetooth via LC3+ codec; main trade-off: 599.99 puts it far above most wireless gaming headsets.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 96kHz/24bit Hi-Res audio over 2.4GHz and Bluetooth via LC3+ codec
✓ Carbon fiber drivers with brass 2-piece surround for low-distortion pistonic motion
✓ ANC cuts up to 42% more ambient noise than rivals in Aug 2025 lab testing
✓ Two swappable batteries: 30h each, 15-min fast charge yields 4 hours
✓ OmniPlay mixes up to 4 sources across PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch, and BT

Cons

✗ 599.99 puts it far above most wireless gaming headsets
✗ GameHub base station is required for the swappable-battery charging system
✗ Companion app plus OLED hub adds setup steps versus plug-and-play headsets
✗ 4-source mixing is Elite-only, so cheaper Nova models cannot match it

Manufacturer description

A gaming peripheral unlike any other, experience World’s First Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset with the Arctis Nova Elite. SteelSeries once again shatters convention with a gaming headset designed to deliver expectation-upending audio. With rich 96kHz/24bit sound emitted over 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, experience audiophile performance. Featuring LC3+ codec for low-latency, high-fidelity wireless audio, paired with next-level Carbon Speaker Drivers for unreal clarity, constructed with a brass 2-piece that holds the construction in place and enables a pistonic motion for ultra-accurate sound…

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Key Features

WORLD'S FIRST HI-RES CERTIFIED WIRELESS GAMING HEADSET — Arctis Nova Elite delivers breakthrough performance with 96kHz/24bit audio over 2.4GHz or Bluetooth, powered by the new GameHub and next-gen LC3+ codec
CARBON FIBER DRIVERS — Lightweight yet rigid for faster response, low distortion, and high clarity. 2-piece design with brass surround supports a pistonic motion for ultra-accurate sound
BEST ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION IN GAMING* — Arctis Nova Elite sets a new bar in ANC, reducing up to 42% more ambient noise than rivals* *Independently lab-tested against key competitors. (Aug 2025)
OMNIPLAY FOR ALL SYSTEMS — Connect, Mix, and Play on any System. Triple inputs for PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch, and more. Seamless mixing between up to 4 sources (PC, Console, BT, Line-in) only on Elite
AI NOISE REJECTION — Be heard clearly with onboard AI for PC, console, mobile, and more. Reduces up to 97% of background noise* *Independently lab-tested against key competitors. (Aug 2025)
2 BATTERIES — Zero Down Time. The Infinite Power System uses swappable batteries. One powers your headset while the other charges in the GameHub. Up to 30h per battery + Fast Charge 15 min=4 Hours

Full Specifications

Brand	SteelSeries
Color	Obsidian
Impedance	38 ohm
Model Name	Arctis Nova Elite - Obsidian
Form Factor	Over Ear
Connectivity	Bluetooth, 2.4GHz
Model Number	61661
Compatibility	PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch, Android, iOS
Ear Placement	Over Ear
Noise Control	Active Noise Cancellation
Series Number	61661
Control Method	App, Touch
Connection Type	Wireless
Frequency Range	20Hz - 20,000Hz
Number of Items	1
Antenna Location	Gaming
Audio Driver Type	Dynamic Driver
Compatible Devices	Cellphones, Desktops, Gaming Consoles, Laptops, Music Production Equipment, Tablets
Enclosure Material	Vegan Leather, Cold-Rolled Steel, Die-Cast Aluminum
Additional Features	Hi-Res Wireless, Carbon Fiber Speakers, Active Noise Cancellation, AI Noise Rejection, OmniPlay, GameHub with OLED Control
Full listing title	SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite - Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset — 96kHz/24bit — Carbon Fiber Speakers — ANC — AI Noise Rejection — App — 2.4GHz + BT — Multi-Source Mix — OmniPlay PC+PlayStation+Xbox

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