SteelSeries Nova 5 PC Headset

I use it to communicate via PC and smartphone, to play games or to listen to music both via PC and smartphone while travelling. The connection options, battery life and sound are great.

I’ve been using the Arctis Nova Wireless for about three weeks now – mainly for work during the day and for gaming in the evenings. My go-to title? Escape from Tarkov. And let me tell you, this headset makes a real difference in a game where sound can literally mean life or death. Sound Quality – A Tactical Advantage in Tarkov The audio performance is seriously impressive. In Tarkov, I can tell if someone is walking on metal, wood, or gravel – and exactly where they're coming from. The 3D audio isn’t just a buzzword – it actually works. For music or casual use, the sound is solid and well-balanced, but its true strength shows in gaming situations where every detail matters. Comfort – Built for Long Sessions I often wear this headset for 6–8 hours straight, especially during longer raids or work calls. It stays super comfortable thanks to the self-adjusting headband and soft ear cushions. No pressure points, no overheating – just set it and forget it. Microphone – Gets the Job Done The mic isn’t groundbreaking, but it’s definitely decent. My teammates on Discord hear me clearly, and the background noise suppression works surprisingly well. It's not a pro-grade mic, but for comms in Tarkov, it's more than enough. Wireless & Battery – Rock Solid The battery life is excellent – I can go days without charging. The dual wireless (Bluetooth + 2.4 GHz) is incredibly useful: being connected to both my PC and phone at the same time just makes life easier. No dropouts, no lag – even mid-raid. Build Quality & Software It feels premium without being heavy. The SteelSeries GG software is a bit overwhelming at first, but it gives you deep control over EQ, spatial audio, and game profiles. I’ve built a custom preset for Tarkov – totally worth it. Final Verdict: If you're serious about immersive gameplay, especially in titles like Escape from Tarkov, this headset delivers. It’s not the cheapest, but you’re paying for reliability, comfort, and sound precision – and you get exactly that.

I've had my headset for a few weeks now and with my gaming sessions being between 6-12 hours long and having a pair of these and the artis 4, I would rather have bought another pair of the 4. I've tried to fully charge the battery and run it's 60 hours supposed battery life but doesn't hold up. The plastic band on 5 compared to the metal band on the 4 is not a great move, especially for when you forget where to place your headset and were to either sit on it or step on it accidentally and to break it. I do like the new options for pairing devices if needed and the new mic sheathing. But other than that I'd rather go back to the artis 4.

I bought this in july of last year and have loved having it ever since the only issue I have had with it of the button becoming stuck every once amd awhile, but othe than that, it's amazing.

The sound quality is great. I can clearly hear what direction sounds are coming from in video games. They are also decently comfortable

I had never heard of SteelSeries before this and had some hard times with high-priced brands here that offered zero service. Then a friend from the US recommended the brand to me, so I checked them out—and they looked amazing! I instantly bought the Arctis Nova 5, tried them out, and I've absolutely loved them ever since. They're super comfortable, even during long gaming sessions, and the quality is excellent. So far (I've had them for three weeks now), I can't find a single thing to complain about. Sometimes GG Sonar acts up a bit, but I think that's just me not being used to it yet. Overall, very good quality—I'll definitely buy from them again!

If I could give a 0 star rating I would. New are when buying electronics such as this. I made an in store purchase for these head phones which had the Security band on them and paid foe them right then and there at electronics and left. Upon ariving home then box was empty! && o was out $130 target will not return your money because you left the store so BEWARE and make sure you open the box in store! When I went to return them the guy at the counter informed me that I was not the first person the had come back recently with the same issue.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] They sound very good, excellent. Blocks external sounds. They are very good at playing video games. They are light, very comfortable. I highly recommend them.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product from influenster for my honest review. I looove this, they are comfortable, sound great, the battery last very long. They connect to everything and the durability is amazing.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] these headphones are great! i got these for my bf for streaming and he absolutely loves them. they’re comfortable and have good sound quality!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset has been great for me so far. The headset itself is very comfortable and offers a range of adjustablility options that should allow it to fit comfortably for anyone. It's fit and design make it so that it does not become a bother when in the middle of those marathon game sessions. The sound is pretty good, though I would love more of a noise canceling feature. I do appreciate the different presets that the headset can be set to using the app but do wish that the app allowed you to directly change audio settings and create your own presets without having to use another program. The ability to use either Bluetooth or the included 2.4GHZ dongle make these a versatile option for any gaming system, PC, or even just a phone. This versatility, in my mind, is one of the best features of this headset. The audio itself is very good and playing around with the previous mentioned presets shows off the wide range of audio settings this headset can produce. This headset is really great for gaming and getting high quality, crisp audio from whatever platform you play on. I personally play on a PS5 and these give the Sony Pulse 3D headphones a run for their money.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great sounds quality and comfortable to wear while gaming. They have a long charge and do not have to worry about the ear pieces pealing. Connected great to my system. Overall would recommend.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First of all, these were comfortable to wear hours on end. I appreciated the elastic strap at the top which made for a snug and comfy fit. The Bluetooth and 2.4 wireless connections were reliable and made it easy to switch between using the headphones with my phone and computer. The only thing I wish these headphones had at this price point was some sort of noise cancellation feature. Otherwise, these headphones were great for gaming and I’ve already recommended them to a few friends.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely LOVED this SteelSeries Gaming Headset!! The sound quality is amazing for my Nintendo Switch and the battery life lasts very long which is very helpful for extended gaming sessions. I love how comfortable they feel on my ears and they connect easily to allow me to mic up effortlessly with my friends while playing. To use my mic while I play on switch, I have to plug in the dongle so the only slight downside is I need to make sure my switch has enough battery life to play. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this headset and I am curious to try other products by this brand. My Fortnite gaming experience has definitely been elevated since playing with the Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Headset.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This headset is so comfy! It can be controlled by your phone to accommodate different sound effects while playing video games. The quality is amazing!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband loves the Arctis Nova 5 Wireless headset. It was easy to setup on his PS5. Great design and comfortable! He said the sound quality is awesome with very clear sounds! He definitely would recommend!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It is pretty comfortable to use and has quality of sound. The battery life is last pretty long time. It is connect to the game system and love to buy this.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These headphones are great! They worked perfectly with my Steam Deck. The headphones paired without any issues and the sound was amazing. I haven’t used the mic yet but I suspect it works just as well. I also haven’t had any issue at all with battery life. Ultimately, my wife is the most happy I have these. Now she doesn’t have to listen to me play video games anymore!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the comfiest headset I have ever used. And I love the fact that the microphone is retractable and can fit to anywhere I want. It also is super easy to use and is basically able to connect to any gaming system. Great for gamer guys!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] To start, here are the things I like: Padding on the ears - surprisingly comfortable. I have an industrial piercing which typically makes headphones uncomfortable but these have enough padding that it's not as much an issue with these. The app - once I realized there was a companion app for my phone, I was happy to find that I could try the the different music listening settings. The sound quality - The audio is crisp and clean. The spacial audio works well and the whole experience is immersive. Weight - they aren't so heavy that it's uncomfortable but they are weighted enough to feel like a quality product. Battery life - so far it's great! After using it for 2/3 hours I've depleted less than 10% of the power What I don't like: The headband - I wish this was padding. The tension on top of my head gets uncomfortable after a bit. The mic - frankly, the mic sucks. Even after adjusting settings in the app, it sounds too quiet. It's super disappointing because I thought that the retractable feature was really cool and I feel like a mic is an important part of a gaming headset. Software - it is pretty annoying to need to download software to be able to adjust the settings for the headset on my laptop. Honorable mentions: The adjustability of the headset is snug enough to not slide out of place, but is a little too snug and requires a bit of force to get it into place. Overall, it's a nice headset if you don't care about the mic. I don't use a mic often so I think these will work well for me.