SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite Hi-Res Carbon Fiber AI-powered Wireless Gaming Headset Obsidian – 61661
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- The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is a premium Hi-Res wireless gaming headset built for demanding players, combining carbon fiber drivers, AI-powered noise handling, and broad multi-platform compatibility for immersive audio and advanced everyday gaming versatility.
- Equipped with 40mm carbon fiber drivers in a 2-piece brass surround + carbon fiber design, this headset delivers detailed 10–40,000 Hz audio with Hi-Res Wireless certification, helping provide richer sound, stronger positional detail, and a more premium listening experience.
- The headset features ClearCast Gen 2.X microphones, including a retractable boom mic and smart-switching on-ear beamforming microphone, alongside 4-mic hybrid active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and built-in AI noise rejection for clearer communication across platforms.
- Designed for serious long-session use, the Infinite Power System includes 2 hot-swappable batteries for up to 60 hours total battery life, while USB-C fast charging adds up to 4 hours of play from just 15 minutes of charging.
- With 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.3 + LE Audio, and simultaneous OmniPlay audio for up to 4 sources, plus support for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Mac, Switch/Switch 2, iPhone USB-C, Android, Tablet USB-C, Handheld, and Meta Quest 2/3, this is a flagship wireless headset for premium gaming setups.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | SteelSeries |
| Series | Arctis Nova Elite |
| Model | 61661 |
| Colour | Obsidian |
| Audio | |
| Driver Type | Carbon Fiber Drivers |
| Driver Size | 40 mm |
| Driver Design | 2-Piece Design, Brass Surround + Carbon Fiber Drivers |
| Headphone Frequency Response | 10–40,000 Hz |
| Headphone Sensitivity | 101 dBSPL @ 1kHz/1mW |
| Headphone Impedance | 38 Ohms |
| Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion | < 1% |
| 360° Spatial Audio | Supported: Tempest 3D, Windows Sonic Spatial, SteelSeries Sonar Surround for Windows, DTS Headphone:X, Dolby Atmos (sold separately) |
| Microphones | |
| Microphone Type | ClearCast Gen 2.X Retractable Boom Mic, Smart-Switching On-Ear Beamforming Microphone |
| Microphone Polar Pattern | ClearCast Boom: Bidirectional, On-Ear Mic: Omnidirectional |
| Microphone Frequency Response (Wireless) | 100–14,000 Hz |
| Microphone Sensitivity (Wireless) | -14 dBV/Pa |
| Microphone Bandwidth | 32KHz/16Bit |
| Active Noise Cancellation | 4-Mic Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode |
| Mic Noise Rejection | Built-in AI Noise Rejection (all systems), Sonar Software for PC |
| Battery Life | |
| Battery Life | Infinite Power System, 2x Hot-Swappable Batteries with 60 Hours (30 Hours per Battery) |
| USB-C Fast Charge | 15 mins for up to 4 hours play |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Wireless | |
| Hi-Res Wireless Certified | Yes |
| Gaming Wireless | 2.4GHz |
| Bluetooth Support | V5.3 + LE Audio (SBC with MultiPoint support for up to 10 saved devices, LC3, LC3+ for LE Audio) |
| Simultaneous Audio – OmniPlay | Yes – up to 4 sources: USB1 + USB2 (or USB3) + Bluetooth + Line in |
| Controls | |
| On-Ear Controls | Volume/ChatMix Dial, Source Mix Power/Pairing/Quick-Switch Button, Mute Button, Bluetooth Media Control, Multifunction Wheel for full control over GameHub Remotely |
| Compatibility | |
| Compatibility | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X |
| Software | |
| Arctis Companion 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) |
| In the Box | |
| Box Contents | Arctis Nova Elite Headset, Arctis Nova Elite GameHub, USB-C to USB-A Cable x3 (1.5 m), Microphone Pop Filter |
| Weight | |
| Headphones | 380 g |
| GameHub | 169 g |
| Carrying Case | 143 g |
| Warranty Information | |
| Warranty | 2 Year Warranty |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite Hi-Res Carbon Fiber AI-powered Wireless Gaming Headset Obsidian – 61661
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