
Cooler Master MH670 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.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 leads on 5 of 6 measures.
- Cooler Master MH670
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
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?
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is 4 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 adds Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ and Companion app. For 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- MH6702020
- Arctis Nova 520244 yr newer
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
Everyday features
Specifications
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $100
- $130
- HearWiki score
- 58
- 86
- Released
- 2020
- 2024
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 50 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 50 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 15 Hz - 25 kHz
- 20 Hz - 22 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 36 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 110 dB/mW
- 93 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.3
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- Wireless range
- 10 m
- 9 m
- Battery life
- 20 h
- 60 h
- Full charge time
- 120 min
- 15 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 15 min → 6 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- none
- none
- Transparency mode
- No
- No
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- both
- Voice assistant
- No
- -
- Weight
- 346 g
- 265 g
- Water resistance
- none
- none
- Foldable
- Yes
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
What reviewers said
Cooler Master MH670
The Cooler Master MH670 is a wireless gaming headset that delivers solid audio through 50mm dynamic drivers, with a long-lasting 20-hour battery for extended sessions. It connects via 2.4GHz wireless or a 3.5mm cable, and features a detachable noise-canceling mic plus foldable design for portability. While it lacks active noise cancellation and app support, its comfortable build and straightforward button controls make it a practical choice for gamers.
- Pro:Clear 50mm dynamic drivers for immersive sound
- Pro:Long 20-hour battery life on a single charge
- Pro:Foldable design for easy storage and travel
- Con:No active noise cancellation for ambient isolation
- Con:No companion app or custom EQ adjustments
- Con:Limited to a single microphone for communication
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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