The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset is discounted to $180 from $200 at Amazon. Released in October, this updated version improves on the 2022 original with longer battery life and mobile app support. It remains a top choice for multi-platform gaming due to its comfort and audio quality.
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2, launched in October, offers a 40% battery life increase to over 50 hours from the original's 38 hours. It now integrates with the Arctis Companion App for iOS and Android, enabling on-the-go audio adjustments and access to over 200 custom sound profiles for games, plus Bluetooth options like Bass Boost and Focus.
Available in black, white, or magenta, the headset comes in three variants: Nova 7X for universal Xbox compatibility, Nova 7P optimized for PlayStation with a Sidetone dial for mic monitoring, and Nova 7 for PC and PlayStation. All support 2.4GHz wireless via USB-C dongle, Bluetooth, and wired 3.5mm connections, including simultaneous audio from two devices. The 40mm neodymium drivers deliver rich, high-fidelity sound enhanced by SteelSeries presets, while the retractable boom mic features AI noise reduction.
Comfort is a standout, with an adjustable elastic headband, lightweight memory foam ear cushions, and a sturdy steel frame. It works across platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and mobile devices with USB-C or Bluetooth. The author notes that for most users, especially those into handheld or mobile gaming, the Gen 2 justifies an upgrade over the first-generation model.
Related deals include the premium Arctis Nova Pro wireless at $300 (down from $380) and its wired Xbox version at $150 (normally $280). The high-end Nova Elite, launched in late September for $600, offers advanced features like 96kHz/24-bit audio and active noise cancellation but targets luxury buyers.
