Arctis Nova Elite – Obsidian

• Hi-Res Audio wirelessly for ultra-fidelity 96kHz/24bit
• Carbon Fiber Drivers with brass surround
• Best ANC in gaming, up to 42% more powerful* *Independently lab-tested against key competitors. (Aug 2025)
• Seamless multi-source mixing with OmniPlay to connect and mix up to 4 sources at once
• AI-powered noise-rejecting mic and an additional discreet onboard mic
• Infinite Power System with 2 batteries for no downtime

First in Gaming

Certified Hi-Res Wireless Audio

Tested and certified by the Japan Audio Society to meet the highest standards for wireless audio.

Less Compression, Fewer Compromises

96kHz/24-bit Audio Processing

LC3+ Codec for low latency, high fidelity wireless audio.

Carbon Fiber Audio Drivers

Lightweight yet ultra-rigid for faster response, lower distortion, and smooth clarity without harsh peaks.

Brass Surround Ring

Brass surround holds driver in place, enabling a truly pistonic motion, for ultra-accurate sound reproduction.

Immersive Spatialization

Hear and locate every sound: footsteps, reloads, and ambient cues.

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GameHub with OmniPlay

One Audio System for All

Connect to PC, PlayStation, Switch, Xbox, or mobile, and easily switch between. Better yet, stream multiple audio sources at once.

PC + Console + Mobile

Seamless Multi-Source Mixing

Mix audio from up to 4 audio sources at once, with zero audio degradation.
 No other system can do this.

Complete Real-Time Audio Control

Choose from 200+ pro EQ presets or create your own by amplifying or reducing specific in-game sounds. Controllable via Mobile and PC.

Master the Sound, Master the Game

Sonar For PC – advanced customization for every frequency with the Parametric EQ, with the ability to save your own presets.

Balance Every Channel

Sonar For PC – game, chat, music, memes… control the volume for each sound, even down to individual applications.

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42% More Powerful ANC*

Best Active Noise Cancellation in Gaming

Reduce up to 89% background noise, that’s up to 42% more than other gaming headsets. Includes Transparency Mode.

*Independently lab-tested against key competitors. (Aug 2025)

Mic with On-Board
AI Noise Rejection

Removes up to 97% of background noise*. So powerful, even a helicopter can’t beat it.

*Independently lab-tested (Aug 2025)

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Dual Microphone Modes

High-bandwidth 32kHz sampling rate provides natural voice clarity over the gaming boom mic or the discreet secondary beamforming mic.

Smart-Switching

Retract the main mic and automatically switch to the discreet onboard mic. Perfect when on-the-go.

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Infinite Power System

2 Batteries for No Downtime

Charge one via the GameHub while using the other.

Premium Build

Cold-rolled steel and die-cast aluminum combine for strength you can feel and a finish that stands out.

Controls at Your Fingertips

Control your Volume, Mix, EQ, and everything else via the GameHub.

On-Headset Controls

Volume, ChatMix, Source Mix, Mic Mute, Media Playback, Active Noise Cancellation, and Transparency Mode.

Comfortable

Plush memory foam, wrapped in vegan leather. Suspended inner headband for even weight distribution.

Sage & Gold or Obsidian

For Glory

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Specification

Compatibility

PC

ChatMix (via Sonar Software) *Windows 10 and above

PS4 | PS5

* PlayStation ChatMix control from system not headset.

Xbox Series X|S

ChatMix

Mac

*ChatMix not supported

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USB-C Wireless or BT

iPhone (USB-C)

USB-C Wireless or BT

Android

USB-C Wireless or BT

Tablet (USB-C)

USB-C Wireless or BT

Handheld

USB-C Wireless or BT

Meta Quest 2|3

USB-C Wireless or BT *Audio Only

Software

Arctis Companion App

iPhone (iOS 15.6) & Android (Android 9)

GG + Engine

Windows 8.1 and above, Mac OS 10.13 and above

GG + Sonar Audio Software Suite

Windows 10 and above (required for ChatMix on PC)

Speaker Drivers

Carbon Fiber Drivers

40 mm

2-Piece Design

Brass Surround + Carbon Fiber Drivers

Headphone Frequency Response

10-40,000 Hz

Headphone Sensitivity

101 dBSPL @ 1kHz/1mW

Headphone Impedance

38 Ohms

Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion

< 1%

360° Spatial Audio

Supported: Tempest 3D, Windows Sonic Spatial, SteelSeries Sonar Surround for Windows, DTS Headphone* Dolby Atmos* *sold separately

Microphones

Microphone Type

ClearCast Gen 2.X – Retractable Boom Mic and Smart-Switching On-Ear Beamforming Microphone

Microphone Polar Pattern

ClearCast Boom – Bidirectional On-Ear Mic – Omnidirectional

Microphone Frequency Response (Wireless)

100-14,000 Hz

Microphone Sensitivity (Wireless)

-14 dBV/Pa

Microphone Bandwidth

32KHz/16Bit

Active Noise Cancellation

4-Mic Hybrid active noise cancellation Transparency Mode

Mic Noise Rejection

Built-in AI Noise Rejection (all systems) Sonar Software for PC

Battery Life

Battery Life

Infinite Power System – 2x hot-swappable batteries with 60 Hours (30 hours per battery)

USB-C Fast Charge

15 mins for up to 4 hours play

Battery Type

Lithium-ion

Wireless

Hi-Res Wireless Certified

Yes

Gaming Wireless

2.4GHz

Bluetooth Support

V5.3 + LE Audio (SBC with MultiPoint support for up to 10 saved devices. LC3, LC3+ for LE Audio)

Simultaneous Audio – OmniPlay

Yes – up to 4 sources: USB1 + USB2 (or USB3) + Bluetooth + Line in

On-Ear Controls

On-Ear Controls

Volume/ChatMix Dial, Source Mix Power/Pairing/Quick-Switch Button, Mute Button, Bluetooth Media Control. Multifunction Wheel for full control over GameHub Remotely

Box Contents

Arctis Nova Elite Headset

Arctis Nova Elite GameHub

USB-C to USB-A Cable ×3 (1.5 m)

Microphone Pop Filter

Weight

Headphones

380g

GameHub

169g

Carrying Case

143g