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Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed 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 5 of 7 measures.

  • Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed
  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
HearWiki score
72
84
Sound
7.7
8.9
Noise cancelling
-
8.7
Battery
9.2
9.5
Calls
6.5
9.1
Value
6.4
5.4
Price (USD)
$280
$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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite (2025) against Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (2023). 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 and Transparency mode.

  • G Pro X 2 Lightspeed2023
  • Arctis Nova Elite20252 yr newer
What differsG Pro X 2 LightspeedArctis 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

Level on: USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

G Pro X 2 LightspeedArctis Nova Elite
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$280
$430
HearWiki score
72
84
Released
2023
2025
Availability
Still sold new
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
20 Hz - 20 kHz
10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
38 Ω
38 Ω
Sensitivity
87.8 dB/mW
101 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.x
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
LC3
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
50 h
44 h
Battery incl. case
-
60 h
Full charge time
-
180 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
15 min → 4 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
buttons
both
Weight
345 g
350 g
Case weight
-
143 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
2
Microphone type
-
beamforming
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed

This wireless gaming headset delivers long-lasting performance with up to 50 hours of battery life, powered by 50mm dynamic drivers for robust sound. It connects via 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth, featuring a detachable boom mic and a comfortable over-ear fit, though it lacks active noise cancellation and multipoint support.

  • Pro:Excellent 50-hour battery life
  • Pro:Comfortable over-ear design
  • Pro:Detachable noise-canceling mic
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connectivity
  • Con:No water resistance

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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