SS-61677 specification sheet

Overview:

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Gaming Headset Overview:

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X White represents a significant leap in wireless gaming audio, designed specifically for the Xbox ecosystem while maintaining full compatibility across PC, PlayStation, Switch, and mobile devices. This headset delivers an exceptional listening experience through over 100 sound presets curated by professional esports athletes and audio engineers, ensuring you never miss a crucial footstep or explosion. With its advanced Arctis Companion App, users can instantly switch between optimized profiles for different games without pausing their action, creating a deeply immersive environment tailored to your specific preferences.

Description:

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X (Part Number: 61677) combines premium audio engineering with versatile connectivity for the ultimate gaming setup. It features powerful Neodymium Magnetic Drivers that deliver crystal clear highs and deep bass, alongside a retractable ClearCast Gen 2.X microphone that offers twice the bandwidth for superior voice clarity. The innovative Quick-Switch technology allows seamless transitions between high-speed wireless gameplay and Bluetooth audio for mobile calls or music, all while maintaining separate EQ profiles for each mode. With an industry-leading battery life of up to 60 hours on a single charge and support for spatial audio technologies like Tempest 3D Audio and Xbox Spatial, this headset ensures you stay in the game longer with better sound.

Features:

Cross-Platform Wireless Connectivity
Rise above system wars with the Arctis Nova 5X which supports a vast array of platforms through a compact USB-C dongle. Whether you are gaming on a PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Chromebook, Meta Quest, or various handhelds and tablets that support USB-C, this headset adapts to your needs instantly. The Quick-Switch button enables you to toggle between high-speed 2.4GHz wireless for competitive play and Bluetooth 5.3 for mobile connections with a simple tap. This dual-connection capability means your phone remains on standby while you game, allowing you to answer incoming calls seamlessly by switching modes without disconnecting from your match.

Precision Audio and Immersive Soundscapes
Achieve a tactical advantage in every match with X-Ray Hearing technology that enhances footsteps, bomb plants, and potion drinking sounds. The custom-designed Neodymium Magnetic Drivers provide an ultra-detailed soundscape featuring pinpoint mids and crystal clear highs to ensure you hear every detail of the game world. For full immersion, the headset supports 360degrees Spatial Audio, which is fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5, Microsoft Spatial for Xbox, and Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows. You can also maintain two separate save slots to keep distinct EQ profiles for gaming and Bluetooth audio that switch automatically based on your connection type.

Crystal Clear Communication and Comfort
The next-generation ClearCast 2.X microphone features a new high-bandwidth chipset supporting 32KHz/16Bit audio, delivering twice the clarity of previous generations. The fully retractable boom design allows for elegant comfort whether you are on the go or enjoying media solo, weighing in at just 265 grams. On-ear controls give you instant access to power, volume adjustment, mute functions, and pairing options with your fingertips. While the microphone can pick up sound while retracted, it is best used extended and close to the mouth for directional noise cancellation to ensure your team hears you clearly.

Key Features:

• Premium Neodymium Magnetic Drivers for detailed audio performance
• Over 100 game-specific presets tuned by pros and developers
• Up to 60 hours of battery life on a single charge
• Quick-Switch technology between 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.3
• Retractable ClearCast Gen 2.X microphone with high bandwidth clarity
• Compatible with Xbox Spatial, Tempest 3D Audio, and Sonar Virtual Surround Sound
• Compact USB-C dongle for multi-platform support including PC, Switch, and Mobile
• On-ear controls for volume, mute, power, and quick switching

Technical Specifications:

• Speaker Drivers: 40 mm Neodymium
• Frequency Response: 20-22,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 93 dBSPL
• Impedance: 36 Ohm
• Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 1%
• Microphone Polar Pattern: Bidirectional Noise Cancelling
• Microphone Frequency Response: 100-10,000 Hz @ 32kHz/16bit
• Microphone Sensitivity: -38 dBV/Pa
• Battery Life (2.4GHz): Up to 50 hours
• Battery Life (Bluetooth): Up to 60 hours
• Fast Charge: 15 minutes for 6 hours of play

What's in the box
The package includes everything you need to start playing immediately with minimal setup. You will receive the Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Headset itself, a compact USB-C wireless dongle for low-latency gaming on supported devices, and a 5-foot USB-C to USB-A charging cable. Additionally, the box contains a 5-foot USB-C to USB-A dongle extension cable to improve signal reach and reduce interference near your console or PC tower.

Software Requirements
To unlock the full potential of this headset, specific software suites are available for different operating systems. The GG + Sonar Audio Software Suite is required for Windows 10 and above to access ChatMix functionality on PC. For users on older systems or Mac OS 10.13 and above, GG + Engine provides compatibility with Windows 8.1 and newer versions. Mobile users can utilize the Nova 5 App on iPhone running iOS 15.6 or later, as well as Android devices running Android 9 and up.

Please note that while you can have both a 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection active simultaneously, the headset only allows one audio stream to be heard at a time without interruption. If you receive a phone call while on an active game session, a notification will sound in the headset, and pressing the Quick-Switch button will answer the call and switch to Bluetooth mode before automatically returning to your game audio once the conversation ends.

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	SS-61677
Speaker Drivers
Neodymium Drivers	40 mm
Headphone Frequency Response	20-22,000 Hz
Headphone Sensitivity	93 dBSPL
Headphone Impedance	36 Ohm
Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion	< 1%
360degrees Spatial Audio	Supported
Microphone
Microphone Polar Pattern	Bidirectional Noise Cancelling
Microphone Frequency Response	100-10,000 Hz @ 32kHz/16bit
Microphone Sensitivity	-38 dBV/Pa
Microphone Type	ClearCast Gen 2.X - Fully Retractable Boom
Box Content
Box Content	Product Information Guide
	Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Headset
	Compact USB-C Wireless Dongle
	USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5m)
	USB-C to USB-A Dongle Extension Cable (5 ft / 1.5m)
Software Requirements
GG + Sonar Audio Software Suite	Windows 10 and above (required for ChatMix on PC)
GG + Engine	Windows 8.1 and above, Mac OS 10.13 and above
Nova 5 App	iPhone (iOS 15.6) & Android (Android 9)
On-Ear Controls
Volume dial, Mute, RGB on/off	Volume dial, Power, Pairing, Quick-Switch, Mute
Simultaneous Wireless
Battery Life	Up to 50 hours 2.4GHz Wireless or 60 hours in Bluetooth
USB-C Fast Charge	15 mins for 6 hours play

FAQ

Which systems are compatible with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X? The headset supports cross-platform gaming via a compact USB-C dongle, making it compatible with PC, PlayStation, Switch, Chromebook, Meta Quest, handhelds, phones, and tablets that support USB-C.

How does the Quick-Switch feature work for calls and mobile audio? You can easily switch from high-speed 2.4GHz gaming to Bluetooth 5.3 with a tap of the button on your ear cup. If you receive a phone call while gaming, the headset notifies you, and pressing the Quick-Switch button answers the call; it automatically returns to game audio once the call ends.

Can I use separate audio presets for gaming and Bluetooth music? Yes, the Arctis Companion App allows you to save two distinct EQ profiles. You can maintain a specific preset for your 2.4GHz gaming connection and another optimized profile for Bluetooth audio that switches automatically when needed.

How long does the battery last and how fast is it charged? The headset offers up to 60 hours of playtime on Bluetooth or 50 hours in wireless mode. With USB-C Fast Charge, you can get 6 hours of play from just a 15-minute charge.

Does the microphone work when retracted? The ClearCast 2.X microphone continues to pick up sound while retracted for convenience, but it is directional and requires extension to be close to your mouth for the best audio quality.