Arctis Nova 1
SteelSeriesReleased Aug 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026
Comfortable and lightweight gaming headset with good audio quality and a 3.5mm audio jack. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 scores 79/100 based on 10 expert reviews in the gaming headsets category. Coverage includes reviews from Reviewed, Ign, Tomshardware, and Gamingtrend.
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Pros
- Comfortable(6)
- Lightweight(4)
- Good audio quality(3)
- Good value(2)
- 3.5mm audio jack(2)
Cons
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10 Publication Reviews
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 gaming headset is a strong start for the new series with clear audio, nice mic, and great value at $60.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 is a great entry-level headset for gaming or entertainment with a comfortable, lightweight design that can be worn all day.
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The Arctis Nova 1 is sleek, comfortable, and versatile — it’s a great buy at $60, so long as you can live with an analog headset.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1s aren't going to blow the doors off the audio scene, but they are going to be a perfect budget headset.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 is a fantastic budget option that delivers subtle style, dependable audio that is great for gaming, and a microphone that is surprisingly high quality.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 is an excellent wallet-friendly gaming headset that offers great performance at a competitive $59.99 price point.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 provides pretty good sound and a comfortable fit, but at $60 it's somewhat more expensive than most budget gaming headsets.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 has everything an entry-level headset needs, providing powerful support for games where action scenes will receive good sound.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 is a basic entry-level gaming headset that relies heavily on its Sonar software to deliver above-average performance.
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 strikes an approachable price point, and it holds its own as far as audio and microphone quality goes, but you might be left wanting a bit more in terms of features and c...
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