Gaming
Beyerdynamic MMX 200
70Good
$180
Full review dataBeyerdynamic MMX 200 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 - Outstanding overall at around $130.
Gaming
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
86Outstanding
$130
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 leads on 6 of 6 measures.
- Beyerdynamic MMX 200
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
HearWiki score
70
86
Sound
7.9
8.2
Battery
6.5
9.3
Calls
8.0
8.8
Value
7.2
8.6
Price (USD)
$180
$130
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
New platform
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (2024) against Beyerdynamic MMX 200 (2023). The Beyerdynamic MMX 200 is the newer platform here: Top codec LC3 against AAC and LE Audio (LC3). It also adds Transparency mode.
- MMX 2002023
- Arctis Nova 520241 yr newer
What differsMMX 200Arctis Nova 5
- Top codec
- LC3
- AAC
- LE Audio (LC3)
- Yes
- No
- Transparency mode
- Yes
- No
Platform
Everyday features
Level on: Bluetooth, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
MMX 200Arctis Nova 5
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $180
- $130
- HearWiki score
- 70
- 86
- Released
- 2023
- 2024
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 40 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 40 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 22 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 36 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 116 dB/mW
- 93 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- 5.3
- Codecs
- SBC, LC3
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Wireless range
- -
- 9 m
- Battery life
- 35 h
- 60 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 15 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 15 min → 6 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- none
- none
- Transparency mode
- Yes
- No
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- both
- Voice assistant
- Yes
- -
- Weight
- 360 g
- 265 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Microphones
- 3
- 1
What reviewers said
Beyerdynamic MMX 200
The Beyerdynamic MMX 200 is a wireless gaming headset that pairs a 40mm dynamic driver with Bluetooth 5.3 and a 35-hour battery for long sessions. It features a detachable cable, a noise-canceling microphone, and app support for custom EQ, making it a versatile choice for gamers who want clear audio and flexible connectivity.
- Pro:35-hour battery life
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint
- Pro:Detachable cable for wired use
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No wireless charging
- Con:Heavier at 360 grams
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is a wireless gaming headset that prioritizes long-lasting performance, boasting a 60-hour battery and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. It features a balanced sound signature from its 40mm drivers and a noise-canceling mic for clear communication, all wrapped in a comfortable design. Multipoint support allows seamless switching between gaming and mobile devices.
- Pro:Exceptional 60-hour battery life
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for easy device switching
- Pro:Balanced sound profile suitable for various games
- Con:No active noise cancellation for immersion
- Con:No water resistance for durability
- Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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