SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless – Overview
- 100+ game audio presets: Arctis Companion App presets tuned with esports pros and game developers, switchable mid-game on console, mobile or PC, with separate EQ save slots for 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
- Quick-Switch Wireless: Switch from high-speed 2.4GHz to Bluetooth 5.3 with a tap of a button to take calls, with the mobile connection kept on standby while you game.
- 60-hour battery: Up to 60 hours on Bluetooth (50 hours on 2.4GHz), and a 15-minute USB-C fast charge gives 6 hours of play.
- Neodymium magnetic drivers: Custom-designed 40 mm neodymium drivers with a 20–22,000 Hz frequency response.
- 360° Spatial Audio: Works with free Sonar Virtual Surround on Windows, Tempest 3D Audio on PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.
- ClearCast 2.X microphone: Fully retractable bidirectional noise-cancelling boom mic with a 32 kHz/16-bit chipset, plus Sonar AI noise cancellation on PC.
- Cross-platform USB-C dongle: One compact USB-C dongle covers PC, PlayStation, Switch, Meta Quest, handhelds and USB-C phones and tablets.
- Lightweight design: Weighs 265 g with an elastic headband and AirWeave ear cushions.
- Warranty: 1 Year Carry-In Warranty
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Model | Arctis Nova 5 Wireless |
| Part Number | 61670 |
| EAN | 5707119053228 |
| Colour | Black |
| Platform Compatibility | PC (Windows 10+ for ChatMix via GG/Sonar), Mac (no ChatMix), PS5 Pro / PS5 / PS4 / PS4 Pro (no ChatMix), Nintendo Switch, Mobile (USB-C wireless or Bluetooth), Handheld incl. ROG Ally & Steam Deck (USB-C wireless or Bluetooth), Meta Quest 2 (audio only), Chromebook |
| Headphone Style | Over-ear |
| Speakers / Audio | |
| Drivers | 40 mm neodymium magnetic drivers |
| Frequency Response | 20–22,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 93 dBSPL |
| Impedance | 36 ? |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 1% |
| Spatial Audio | 360° Spatial Audio – Sonar Virtual Surround (Windows, free), Tempest 3D Audio (PS5), Microsoft Spatial Sound |
| EQ / Software | Arctis Companion App (iOS 15.6+ / Android 9+) with 100+ game audio presets; SteelSeries GG + Sonar (Windows 10+) |
| Microphone | |
| Type | ClearCast 2.X – fully retractable boom |
| Polar Pattern | Bidirectional noise-cancelling |
| Frequency Response | 100–10,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pa |
| Audio Bandwidth | 32 kHz / 16-bit (ClearCast 2.X chipset) |
| Noise Cancellation | Sonar AI-powered noise cancellation on PC (Windows 10+) |
| Connectivity & Battery | |
| Connection | 2.4GHz wireless via compact USB-C dongle + Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Dual Wireless | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connected at the same time; listen to one audio stream at a time, switch with the Quick-Switch button |
| Battery Life | Up to 50 hours (2.4GHz) / up to 60 hours (Bluetooth) |
| Fast Charge | USB-C – 15 minutes for 6 hours of play |
| Cables | USB-C to USB-A charging cable (1.5 m); USB-C to USB-A dongle extension cable (1.5 m) |
| On-Ear Controls | Volume dial, Power, Pairing, Quick-Switch, Mute |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 265 g |
| Headband | Elastic headband |
| Ear Cushions | AirWeave ear cushions |
| In the Box | |
| Contents | Arctis Nova 5 Wireless headset Compact USB-C wireless dongle USB-C to USB-A charging cable (1.5 m) USB-C to USB-A dongle extension cable (1.5 m) Product information guide |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 1 Year Carry-In Warranty |
Watch: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Video
About the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless
The Arctis Nova 5 Wireless in Black (part number 61670) is the mid-range wireless pick in SteelSeries’ Nova line-up. A compact USB-C dongle covers PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, handhelds such as Steam Deck and ROG Ally, and USB-C phones, while Bluetooth 5.3 stays connected for calls. It lasts up to 50 hours on 2.4GHz or 60 hours on Bluetooth, and 15 minutes of charging gives 6 hours. The Arctis Companion app adds 100+ game audio presets, the ClearCast 2.X mic retracts fully, and the headset weighs 265 g. A dongle extension cable is included.
