SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Name: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Brand: SteelSeries
SKU: 911023
Price: 88.9 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.6 (26 reviews)

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Sound reproduction
- Stereo
- Surround
- Surround
- Surround
- Surround

Sound quality according to Coolblue
- Very good
- Very good
- Excellent
- Excellent
- Excellent
Computer platform
- Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X

Connection type
- Wired
- Wired
- Wired
- Wired
- Wired

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Key specs

Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X

Wired

Stereo

Noise canceling

Sound quality according to Coolblue

Very good

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Pros and cons

According to our gaming headset expert

You can adjust the colors of the lights, so they match to the rest of your gaming setup.
Your friends don't hear background noise thanks to the noise-suppressing microphone.
Thanks to the memory foam, the ear cushions are completely shaped to your head.
Due to the wired connection, you're always tied to your controller or PC.
Because stereo sound isn't spatial, you don't hear very well from what direction the sound is coming from.

Description

Communicate with your friends in style with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. You can connect this gaming headset via the 3.5mm audio cable to your Xbox or PC, Playstation, smartphone, or Switch with a USB-C cable. This means the headset is plug and play, so you can use it right away. You can adjust the colors of the lights so they match the rest of your gaming setup. Thanks to the noise suppression in the microphone, you can also communicate online with friends without background noise. This way, your message always comes across clearly.

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Manual(4.45 MB)
3.5mm audio cable
USB-C charging cable
USB-A extension cord
USB-C to 3.5mm cable

Reviews

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Sound quality

Review is 9,5 out of 10.

Fit

Review is 10 out of 10.

Wearing comfort

Review is 10 out of 10.

Design

Review is 9,0 out of 10.

Most helpful reviews

Our expert review

The Arctis Nova 3 is ideal for gaming on the go.

Light and sturdy headset
Microphone is clear
nice sound
Cumbersome connection

I think the Steelseries Arctis Nova 3 is a fine wired gaming headset. The headset is not heavy and the microphone is top quality. Connecting the headset to a console is a bit complicated and the ear cups are also a bit on the small side.

Light and sturdy headset When I took the Nova 3 out of the package and looked at it, I immediately noticed the weight. This gaming headset is incredibly light, without compromising on sturdiness. The headband of the Arctis Nova 3 is made of hard and thick plastic. The Nova 3 also feels very solid when adjusting the headset. The ear cups are made of fabric and are fine, but the ear cups are a bit on the small side. After a few hours of gaming I noticed it started to pinch around my ears. I do have fairly large ears, but the ear cups are really a lot smaller than normal.

Cumbersome connection When I wanted to connect the Nova 3 I came across 2 cables. A USB-A to female USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-C cable. I had to connect that first cable to my PlayStation 5 and then the second cable to the first cable. With previous wired gaming headsets I could connect the headset directly to my controller. Unfortunately, that is not possible with the Nova 3, but I easily connected this headset to my Nintendo Switch and phone. If you game a lot on the go, this is really a perfect headset. But linking to a console is quite cumbersome and really a disadvantage. Especially if your PlayStation or Xbox is far from your couch.

Beautiful sound on every level Once I had connected the headset I could start gaming. The sound that comes from the speakers of the Nova 3 is quite nice. The headset has Virtual Surround Sound and you notice that right away in games like The Last of Us Part 1. I heard exactly when an enemy was walking above me and I could also place other enemies well in the world. The sound from the microphone is also great, I can be heard very well with this headset. It sounded like a podcast and like I was sitting right next to someone.

Review by:
Mark. Gaming specialist.
Date:
13 September 2022
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 5,2 out of 10.

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Microphone
Sound can sometimes vary greatly

I have had this headset for a while and after a while the left side worked sometimes. So not always, very annoying while listening to something. I eventually returned it. But this is already the 2nd time that something is wrong with my artic nova 3. Very annoying! (This is with normal use)

Review by:
Ruben
Date:
1 May 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,6 out of 10.

Good gaming headphones

Comfort even when worn for a long time
Collapsible microphone
Audio quality is poor at first until you download the drivers

The product is top after downloading the drivers

Review by:
Angela
Date:
7 July 2023
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

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More coverage in case of damage than your standard warranty
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How do I insure my gaming headset?

First, add your gaming headset to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.

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€ 22,99
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€ 0,99
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€ 1,99
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Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	911023
	Manufacturer code	61631
	Brand	SteelSeries
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue

General features

General features
	Type of gaming headset	Gaming headset
	Computer platform	Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
	Sound reproduction	Stereo
	Connection type	Wired
	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
	Sound quality according to Coolblue	Very good

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	USB-C
	Headphone jack
	Braided cable
	Cable length	1,2 m

Lighting

Lighting
	Lighting peripherals
	Number of colors lighting	16.8 million
	Zone lighting	Left ear cup, Right ear cup
	Zones separately lit
	Lighting connectable with peripherals

Physical properties

Physical properties
	Material	Plastic
	Ear cups design	Closed design
	Ear cushion material	Fabric
	Filling ear cushions	Memory foam
	Foldable
	Color	Black
	Weight	309 g

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

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