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Fallen Morcego Pro vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite - Outstanding overall at around $426.

Score breakdown

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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Fallen Morcego Pro
  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
HearWiki score
64
84
Sound
6.5
8.9
Noise cancelling
-
8.7
Battery
7.0
9.5
Calls
6.0
9.1
Value
6.5
5.4
Price (USD)
$640
$430

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

Both shipped in 2025. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is the newer platform here: Top codec LC3 against AAC, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Transparency mode, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • Morcego Pro2025
  • Arctis Nova Elite2025
What differsMorcego ProArctis Nova Elite

Platform

Top codec
AAC
LC3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Morcego ProArctis Nova Elite
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$640
$430
HearWiki score
64
84
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
53 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
53 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
64 Ω
38 Ω
Sensitivity
98 dB/mW
101 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.2
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
LC3
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
28 ms
-
Wireless range
15 m
10 m
Battery life
40 h
44 h
Battery incl. case
-
60 h
Full charge time
180 min
180 min
Quick charge
-
15 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
buttons
both
Weight
425 g
350 g
Case weight
-
143 g
Water resistance
-
none
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
2
Microphone type
-
beamforming
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

Fallen Morcego Pro

The Fallen Morcego Pro is a wireless over-ear gaming headset built around a sizable 53mm dynamic driver, offering a long 40-hour battery life and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. It's designed for multi-platform gaming, with a single noise-canceling microphone for clear chat, though it lacks active noise cancellation and app support. Priced around $636, it targets gamers who prioritize battery endurance and driver size over extra features.

  • Pro:Long 40-hour battery life
  • Pro:Large 53mm driver for immersive sound
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.2 with low 28ms latency
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ
  • Con:Heavy at 425 grams

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is a premium wireless gaming headset that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a 44-hour battery life, extendable to 60 hours with its case. It features 40mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth multipoint support, and a transparent mode for situational awareness, making it a versatile option for both gaming and everyday use.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC for immersive gaming
  • Pro:Long 44-hour battery life, 60 with case
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth for easy switching
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No wireless charging
  • Con:Heavy at 350 grams

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

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