The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P is a wireless gaming headset featuring simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, 38 hours of battery life, and the ClearCast Gen 2 retractable microphone. Compatible with PlayStation 5/4, Nintendo Switch (docked), PC, and mobile via Bluetooth. This page covers the complete technical specifications.
Overall Rating
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P — 9.0 / 10 — Best multi-platform wireless gaming headset at $100. Simultaneous 2.4GHz + Bluetooth, 38-hour battery, and the glasses-friendly Arctis comfort system make it the top pick for multi-platform gamers who wear glasses.
Full Specifications
Audio
Driver Size
40mm neodymium (SteelSeries Acoustic Slot patent)
Frequency Response
20Hz – 20kHz
Impedance
32Ω (3.5mm) / 19Ω (wireless)
Sensitivity
102 dB SPL/mW (3.5mm)
Active Noise Cancellation
No
Surround Sound
Sonar Virtual Surround Sound (PC software)
Microphone
Microphone Type
ClearCast Gen 2 — retractable bi-directional
Mic Frequency Response
100Hz – 10kHz
Mic Pattern
Bi-directional (noise-cancelling)
Mute
LED mute indicator + tactile button
Wireless & Connectivity
Primary Wireless
2.4GHz USB-C dongle (simultaneous with Bluetooth)
Bluetooth Version
5.3
Simultaneous Connections
Yes — 2.4GHz + Bluetooth at same time
Wireless Range
~10m (2.4GHz)
Wired Option
3.5mm (for Switch handheld, Xbox)
Platform Compatibility
PlayStation 5
Yes — USB-C dongle (2.4GHz)
PlayStation 4
Yes — USB-A dongle (included)
Nintendo Switch
Docked only (USB-C dongle); wired via 3.5mm for handheld
PC / Mac
Yes — USB-C dongle (2.4GHz)
Mobile / Tablet
Yes — Bluetooth 5.3
Xbox
Wired via 3.5mm only (no USB audio on Xbox)
Battery
Battery Life (2.4GHz)
38 hours
Charging Port
USB-C
Fast Charge
Yes — 15 min charge = several hours playback
Comfort & Design
Headband
Ski-goggle suspension band (glasses-friendly by design)
Ear Cushions
Airweave fabric (breathable) or leatherette (alternate)
Fit Style
Over-ear circumaural
Weight
~250g
Colors
Black, White
Software & App
Software
SteelSeries GG (PC/Mac) — Sonar surround, EQ, mic settings
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