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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

Works on Windows, Mac and PS5, with a mute control.

HeadsetWireless for PC and PlayStation, with a mic that slides into the earcup

Check this setup

Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless: how it connects and what you can adjust

Over the wireless dongle

  1. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless microphone
  2. The wireless dongle from the box
  3. Mic input on your PC or console
  4. Game chat
Connections
2.4 GHz USB-C dongle · Bluetooth 5.3 · USB-C to USB-A adapter cable
Mute
Mic mute button on the headset, with a mute light
Hear yourself
Not listed by the maker

Choose it if…

  • You want game sound and voice chat in one headset.
  • You are happy to check your voice with your chat app’s mic test instead of hearing yourself continuously in headphones.
  • You want a wearable microphone rather than a separate desk stand or arm.

Before choosing this model

  • This is not the Xbox edition: SteelSeries sells the Arctis Nova 5X for Xbox separately.
  • ChatMix works on Windows 10 and later through SteelSeries GG; Mac and PlayStation don't support it.
  • SteelSeries says not to talk into the mic while it's slid in.
  • SteelSeries lists Switch, not Switch 2.
  • A dongle that fits a console's USB port doesn't mean the console takes the mic: check which platforms its maker lists on this page.
  • No stand or arm needed: the mic is on the headset.
  • Use the cable in the box; you only need an adapter if your computer lacks that port.

Compare it

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Controls and specifications

PC · Mac · PlayStation · Switch · Mobile · handhelds. Software: Nova 5 Companion App with 100+ game audio presets · SteelSeries GG: EQ and mic settings · Sonar AI noise cancellation (PC) · Sonar virtual surround (Windows).

Connections, controls and fit
Connections 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle · Bluetooth 5.3 · USB-C to USB-A adapter cable
Microphone mute Mic mute button on the headset, with a mute light
Monitoring Not listed by the maker
Chat controls mute · volume · QuickSwitch between dongle and Bluetooth
Mounts Not listed by the maker
Dimensions Not listed by the maker
In the box and parts
Included parts Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Headset · USB-C Wireless Dongle · USB-C to USB-A Adapter Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m) · Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m) · Product Information Guide
Additional parts Depends on how you connect it and the headphones you use.
Manufacturer specifications for SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless.
Compatibility the maker lists PC, PS5, PS4, Mac, Nintendo Switch, phones, handhelds such as ROG Ally and Steam Deck, Chromebook, Meta Quest 2 (sound only)
Microphone Retractable ClearCast mic, 32 kHz / 16-bit
Drivers Neodymium magnetic drivers
Weight 265 g (9.5 oz)
Controls Power, QuickSwitch, volume wheel, mic mute button with mute light
Connections USB-C wireless dongle with a USB-C to USB-A adapter cable; USB-C charging port
In the box Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Headset · USB-C Wireless Dongle · USB-C to USB-A Adapter Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m) · Charging Cable (5 ft / 1.5 m) · Product Information Guide

Questions about the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless

Does the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless work on PS5?

Yes, SteelSeries documents it. Pick it in the console's microphone settings and check the level before joining a party.

Set it up for game chat.

  1. Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.

  2. Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.

  3. Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

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