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Acer Predator Galea 570 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless - Great overall at around $190.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Acer Predator Galea 570
Sound7.5
Battery8.0
Calls7.0
Value7.5
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls8.5
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Acer Predator Galea 570 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
SpecAcer Predator Galea 570SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
TypeGamingGaming
Price (USD)$100$190
HearWiki score72 / 100 · Good84 / 100 · Great
Released20262022
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size50 mm40 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20-20000 Hz10 Hz - 22,000 Hz
Impedance32 Ω38 Ω
Sensitivity120 dB/mW93 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth5.45
Bluetooth version5.45.0
CodecsSBCSBC
Multipoint pairingNoYes
Battery
Battery life30 h22 h
Battery life (ANC on)-36 h
Battery incl. case30 h44 h
Full charge time120 min15 min
Quick charge10 min = 2 h15 min = 3 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancelling-Yes
ANC typenonehybrid
Transparency modeNoYes
Companion appYesYes
Custom EQYesYes
Wear detectionNoNo
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Design
Weight310 g337 g
Water resistancenonenone
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones21
Call noise reductionENC-

What reviewers said

Acer Predator Galea 570

The Acer Predator Galea 570 is a wireless gaming headset with large 50mm drivers and a long 30-hour battery life. It offers Bluetooth 5.4 and a noise-canceling mic, though it lacks active noise cancellation for the listener. Priced around $100, it's a solid mid-range option for gamers who want a reliable, feature-packed headset without breaking the bank.

  • Pro:Long 30-hour battery life
  • Pro:Quick charge feature (10 min for 2 hours)
  • Pro:Large 50mm drivers for immersive sound
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:Only supports SBC codec

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is a premium gaming headset that pairs solid wireless freedom with hybrid active noise cancellation and a handy hot-swappable battery setup. Its balanced sound, clear detachable mic, and strong app-based tuning make it a versatile pick for gamers, though it comes at a steep price and carries some tuning quirks. The included base station adds extra flexibility by juggling multiple audio sources and offering quick battery swaps for longer sessions.

  • Pro:Hot-swappable batteries for extended playtime
  • Pro:Versatile base station with dual audio connections
  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation and transparency mode
  • Con:Pricey compared to many rivals
  • Con:Frequency response consistency could be better
  • Con:ANC performance is decent but not class-leading

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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