SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Xbox Wireless Gaming Headset (Black)
Elevate your competitive audio advantage across Xbox and every other gaming platform with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Gaming Headset. Engineered with custom 40mm Neodymium Magnetic Drivers and integrated with the revolutionary Arctis Nova 5 Companion App, the Nova 5X grants you instant access to over 100 game-tailored audio presets created alongside esports pros and game developers. Featuring Quick-Switch Wireless technology, a massive 60-hour battery life, and a fully retractable ClearCast Gen 2.X 32kHz/16bit microphone, the Nova 5X delivers crystal-clear spatial audio, seamless mobile call switching, and lightweight comfort (265g) for gaming sessions across South Africa.
Quick-Switch Dual Wireless & Cross-Platform Dominance
Never miss a moment of in-game action while staying connected to your phone. With the press of a single button, Quick-Switch Wireless toggles instantly between ultra-low latency 2.4GHz wireless gaming and Bluetooth 5.3. Take incoming phone calls or listen to music via Bluetooth without dropping your 2.4GHz game connection. Using the compact multi-platform USB-C wireless dongle, the Nova 5X connects effortlessly to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Meta Quest VR, handhelds, and USB-C mobile devices.
100+ Game Audio Presets & 360° Spatial Audio
Unlock X-Ray Hearing and hear enemy footsteps, bomb plants, and reload cues before you see them. The companion app allows you to swap EQ profiles on the fly without exiting your game on console, PC, or mobile. Fully compatible with Microsoft Spatial Audio for Xbox, Tempest 3D Audio for PS5, and Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows, you get full 360° situational awareness across every virtual environment.
ClearCast Gen 2.X High-Bandwidth Retractable Microphone
Communicate with total voice clarity. The updated ClearCast Gen 2.X boom microphone features a high-bandwidth chipset supporting 32kHz/16bit audio—delivering double the clarity and bandwidth of standard headset mics. The bidirectional noise-canceling capsule filters out background noise and retracts fully into the earcup for a sleek, low-profile look when on the move.
60-Hour Battery Life & USB-C Fast Charging
Game for a full week without needing a recharge. The Arctis Nova 5X delivers up to 60 hours of continuous battery life over Bluetooth (50 hours over 2.4GHz wireless). When running low, USB-C Fast Charge provides up to 6 hours of gameplay from a quick 15-minute charge.
Key Performance Features
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100+ Game Audio Presets: Instant access to developer-tuned EQ profiles via the Arctis Nova 5 Mobile App for iOS and Android.
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Quick-Switch Wireless: Easily toggle between high-speed 2.4GHz gaming audio and Bluetooth 5.3 with a single button press.
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Universal Cross-Platform Compatibility: USB-C dongle works seamlessly with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PS5, Switch, Mac, and mobile.
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Neodymium Magnetic Drivers: Custom 40mm drivers deliver crystal-clear highs, pinpoint mids, and deep, resonant bass.
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ClearCast Gen 2.X Mic: Fully retractable bidirectional microphone with 32kHz/16bit high-bandwidth audio for pristine voice chat.
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60-Hour Battery + Fast Charge: Play for up to 60 hours on Bluetooth; get 6 hours of use from a 15-minute USB-C quick charge.
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360° Spatial Audio Support: Fully compatible with Microsoft Spatial Audio, PS5 Tempest 3D, and SteelSeries Sonar for PC.
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Lightweight Ergonomic Design: Weighs only 265g with intuitive on-ear controls for volume, mute, power, and wireless switching.
Technical Specifications Matrix
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Technical Specification Detail
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Brand & Series
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Wireless
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Color Variant
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Black
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Speaker Drivers
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40 mm Custom Neodymium Magnetic Drivers
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Headphone Frequency Response
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20 – 22,000 Hz
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Headphone Sensitivity
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93 dBSPL
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Headphone Impedance
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36 Ohm
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
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< 1%
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Microphone Type
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ClearCast Gen 2.X Fully Retractable Boom Mic
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Microphone Frequency Response
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100 – 10,000 Hz @ 32kHz / 16bit
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Microphone Polar Pattern
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Bidirectional Noise-Canceling
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Microphone Sensitivity
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-38 dBV/Pa
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Wireless Connectivity
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2.4 GHz Ultra-Low Latency & Bluetooth 5.3
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Battery Life
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Up to 60 Hours (Bluetooth) / Up to 50 Hours (2.4GHz)
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Fast Charge
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15 Minutes USB-C Charge = 6 Hours Playtime
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Headset Weight
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Ultra-Lightweight 265 g
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Platform Compatibility
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Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Mac, Mobile, VR
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Shipping Profile
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Express Parcel Freight Eligible Across South Africa
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What's In The Box?
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1 x SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Gaming Headset (Black)
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1 x Compact Multi-Platform USB-C Wireless Dongle
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1 x USB-C to USB-A Extension Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m)
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1 x USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m)
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1 x Product Information Guide
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