Name: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Gen 2 - Black
Brand: SteelSeries
SKU: 968290
Price: 170 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.9 (14 reviews)

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Computer platform
- Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
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- Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- PC (Windows), Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X

Connection type
- Wireless
- Wireless
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- Wireless
- Wired

Noise canceling
Sound reproduction
- Surround
- Surround
- Surround
- Surround
- Surround

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Pros and cons

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You can enjoy clear treble and deep bass with the Nova Acoustic System.
With this wireless headset, you're not bothered by cables during gaming.
You can game for hours without having to charge with a 50-hour battery life.
With a 324g weight, this gaming headset is heavier than comparable models.

Description

You can experience the best in-game audio with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Gen 2 - Black. You can wirelessly connect this headset to your PlayStation via the USB-C dongle. This way, you're not bothered by cables while you're gaming. The Nova Acoustic System allows you to enjoy clear treble and a deep bass, so you have the best in-game audio. With surround sound, you hear all the game audio 360 degrees around you and you know exactly where your opponents are coming from. That way, you're always one step ahead. You can also communicate online without background noise thanks to the noise suppression in the microphone. As a result, your message always comes across clearly.

Note: this gaming headset is made for Xbox, but you can also use it wirelessly on the PC.

Key specs

Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X

Wireless

Surround

50 hours

Noise canceling

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Tips for using this product

This is what you get

Manual(2.67 MB)
USB-C dongle
USB-C to USB-A adapter
USB-C to USB-C cable

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Review is 4,8 out of 10.

Avoid at this price

Comfortable
Sonar
Easy to use
Duration

After years of enjoying the Gen 1 Arctis Nova 7, I had to buy a Gen 2. The quality is a step down, but the comfort is an improvement.

Sonar is an option to enhance your immersion while gaming. It's the built-in version of 7.1 surround sound. A fantastic piece of software.

The biggest drawback is that for this price, you'd expect a better microphone. It's truly awful. If you don't have a standalone microphone, avoid this device. You're not doing your friends any favors.

The worst part is a high-pitched squeal in the right earcup. I don't know exactly what's causing it. Sometimes it goes away on its own, sometimes I have to turn on Bluetooth and it goes away temporarily. Other times, it comes back. Whether I use the headphones wirelessly or wired, this high-pitched squeal keeps recurring. If you don't have music playing, it's very noticeable and incredibly annoying. After Googling, it turns out this is a problem everywhere. It's a device-specific issue.

I would never buy these headphones again just for the high-pitched sound. Unfortunately, I threw the packaging away the same day, and now I'm stuck with them.

Review by:
Ger
Date:
11 November 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 10 out of 10.

Great product!

Beautiful design
Good fit
Great sound
Absolutely no downsides!

I also had Gen 1, which I already thought was great. After 5 years, I purchased Gen 2. I find this one even better than the first version. The first version was a bit heavy; I don't even feel this one on.

Review by:
Stephan
Date:
21 April 2026
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 10 out of 10.

Great headset to replace the Arctis 9!

Very good sound
Ease of control
Light on the head
The microphone is difficult to remove when it is neatly stored.

Top headset, very handy for gaming (PC perspective). Connects via Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz simultaneously. Very good sound (7.1 surround).

Before this, I had the Steelseries Arctis 9 (DRR-less). I actually wanted that one again, but unfortunately, it was broken at one of the ear attachment points. But ultimately, I am happier with the new purchase, the Nova 7 Gen 2.

Review by:
Guus
Date:
23 March 2026
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Automatically translated from Dutch

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Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.

What am I insured for?

Fall and impact damage
Water damage
Manufacturing defects outside the warranty
Theft(Optional)

What am I not insured for?

Damage you deliberately cause
Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
Damage due to gross negligence

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2-year advance payment
39,99 one-time payment (20,- per year)

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2-year advance payment
17,99 one-time payment (9,- per year)

You can cancel a monthly insurance every month. You can cancel an annual insurance every year, even if you paid in advance. Want to cancel it earlier? You receive a refund for the years you're not insured anymore.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Gen 2 - Black

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	968290
	Manufacturer code	61758
	Brand	SteelSeries
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue

General features

General features
	Type of gaming headset	Gaming headset
	Computer platform	Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Connection type	Wireless
	Average battery life	50 hours
	Type of configuration software	Arctis Companion App

Audio properties

Audio properties
	Audio channels	7.1
	Noise canceling
	Volume control speaker(s)
	Volume controls location	Ear cup
	Speaker drivers	40 mm
	Driver type	Neodymium
	Minimum frequency range	20 Hz
	Maximum frequency range	22 kHZ
	Impedance	36 O

Microphone properties

Microphone properties
	Microphone noise suppression
	Microphone mute function
	How to mute	Via the button on the ear cup
	Type of microphone	Bendable

Connectivity

Connectivity
	Bluetooth
	USB port
	Type of USB port	Standard USB-A, USB-C
	Headphone jack

Lighting

Lighting
	Lighting peripherals

Physical properties

Physical properties
	Material	Metal
	Ear cups design	Closed design
	Ear cushion material	Fabric
	Filling ear cushions	Memory foam
	Foldable
	Color	Black
	Weight	323,8 g

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