100+ Xbox Audio Presets
Unlock over 100 sound presets tailored by esports Pros and audio engineers. Hear what others don't with precisely honed audio profiles for top games to highlight footsteps and other key sounds or increase immersion.
Arctis Companion App
Our presets, made in cooperation with game developers and Pros, await your command at any time with the handy app. Switch to any preset as needed without ever leaving your game, whether you play on console, mobile, or PC.
Quick-Switch Wireless
Easily take calls while gaming, switching from high-speed 2.4GHz to Bluetooth 5.3 with the tap of a button. Mobile connections remain on standby when you're back in the action for calls or instant app access.
On-Ear Controls
Spring into action with a Power button; mute adjust volume, and ChatMix at your fingertips. With the Quick-Switch button, tap into Bluetooth to answer calls or listen to your favorite beats anywhere.
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Cross-Platform Gaming
Rise above console wars with a compact USB-C dongle to swap between all your systems, supporting Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch, Meta Quest, handhelds, as well as phones and tablets that support
USB-C.
60-Hour Battery Life
Got your gaming planned for the week? Our battery's got you. With a full charge lasting up to five-times longer other headsets, you can go 8 hours a day for a full week.
Neodymium Magnetic Drivers
Hear everything with an ultra-detailed soundscape of crystal clear highs, pinpoint mids, and deep bass. The custom-designed Neodymium Magnetic Drivers ensure the perfect audio experience, whatever game or track you are playing.
360° Spatial Audio
Hear everything from every direction for full immersion and situational awareness with free Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows. Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5, Microsoft Spatial for Xbox, and other third party spatial audio solutions (sold separately).
ClearCast 2.X
2X the bandwidth, 2X the clarity with our newest ClearCast microphone featuring a new high-bandwidth chipset supporting 32KHz/16Bit audio.
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Retractable Mic
Completely retract the mic for elegant comfort anywhere with a lightweight design (265g/9.5oz). Ideal when on the go or when enjoying audio solo.
Software Requirements
Nova 5 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
Neodymium Drivers
40 mm
Headphone Frequency Response
20–22,000 Hz
Headphone Sensitivity
93 dBSPL
Headphone Impedance
36 Ohm
Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion
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360° Spatial Audio
Supported
Microphone
Microphone Type
ClearCast Gen 2.X - Fully Retractable Boom
Microphone Polar Pattern
Bidirectional Noise Cancelling
Microphone Frequency Response
100-10,000 Hz @ 32kHz/16bit
Microphone Sensitivity
-38 dBV/Pa
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
On-Ear Controls
Volume dial, Mute, RGB on/off
Volume dial, Power, Pairing, Quick-Switch, Mute
Box Content
Arctis Nova 5X Wireless Headset
Compact USB-C Wireless Dongle
USB-C to USB-A Dongle Extension Cable (5 ft / 1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5m)