
SteelSeries
Arctis Nova 7 Series
Multi-device audio & comfort king, but buggy software.

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Although taking good care of my V2 Pro 2023 model, the headband clamp has snapped and the product is unusable. I raised a ticket with Razer and they wrote back that my country is unsupported. If so they why do they export to these unsupported countries and why do they have resellers listed on their website?!!
I found a replacement “stronger” bracket on Etsy. Seems like a widespread problem if people are selling custom solutions.
I used it for couple of hours gaming and a few hours of WFH calls every week. They stayed indoor on a headset stand. Very gently used. Almost look brand new except for the broken band now.
I spent more on gen 2 specifically for the better mic.
Idk what yall do to headsets. I used my 2023 version until the 2025 came out. No issues at all. Now use the 2023 for work…
Idk what yall do to headsets. I used my 2023 version until the 2025 came out. No issues at all. Now use the 2023 for work…
Honestly if you liked the sound of the A50s but hated the comfort, you’re not alone; that headband pressure gets rough over time. If comfort is your main issue, a couple solid options: * **SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7/Pro** – way better headband system (ski goggle style), much lighter feel for long sessions * **Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)** – super comfortable clamp + really solid mic if you care about that * **Sennheiser / EPOS stuff (like Game One / H6Pro)** – best overall sound quality in this range, just less “feature heavy” If you’re playing FPS, I’d actually lean toward something with cleaner tuning rather than bass-heavy “gaming” sound, makes footsteps way easier to pick out. Also worth mentioning: a lot of headsets sound wildly different depending on EQ. Even something like the Nova or BlackShark can go from “meh” to insanely good for footsteps with the right setup. Just keep in mind though, any tuned setup is only as good as the current in-game audio. If the game drops a patch and changes audio (which happens a lot), you’ll usually need to tweak things again. If you want, I can help you dial in a setup specifically for the games you play
If your Arctis 7 is hurting your jaw, clamp force/up geometry is probably the issue more than just size. You may want to look at Logitech G Pro X Wireless, HyperX Cloud III Wireless, or even the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro since they tend to fit a bit differently. If comfort is your #1 priority, I’d probably avoid anything known for heavier clamp.
Razor Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) (gen 2) (PC version) ($104) Even though it's PC version, works perfectly with PS5 using dongle. Also can be used perfectly for PC. Get it with this accessory. WC Freeze Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) ($30) They are earmuff replacements that make all the difference. You wont regret it. Super comfy. I can wear pretty much all day. Amazing audio quality, and it won't break the bank.
I have a Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) and the audio is often distorted and "robotic". When using other headphones the audio is fine.
Well I have that exact model. We’ll see what happens

SteelSeries
Arctis Nova 7 Series
Multi-device audio & comfort king, but buggy software.

Drop + EPOS / Sennheiser
PC38X
Unrivaled open-back sound for price, but lacks isolation.

SteelSeries
Arctis 7 Series
Durable comfort, long battery, but buggy software.

HyperX
Cloud III Series
FPS positional audio & comfort, but buggy DTS software.

HyperX
Cloud Alpha Series
Long battery & durable, but some sound bleed issues.

Ranked #1
Drop + EPOS / Sennheiser - PC38X

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SteelSeries - Arctis 7 Series

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SteelSeries - Arctis Nova Pro Series

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SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 7 Series

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SteelSeries - Arctis Nova Pro Series

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Astro (Logitech) - A50 Series