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Sennheiser GSP 370 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.

Score breakdown

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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 leads on 4 of 6 measures.

  • Sennheiser GSP 370
  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5
HearWiki score
59
86
Sound
7.8
8.2
Battery
9.5
9.3
Calls
5.5
8.8
Value
6.2
8.6
Price (USD)
$120
$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?

Half a step newer

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 (2024) against Sennheiser GSP 370 (2020). The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Top codec AAC against SBC. It also adds Multipoint pairing and USB-C.

  • GSP 3702020
  • Arctis Nova 520244 yr newer
What differsGSP 370Arctis Nova 5

Platform

Top codec
SBC
AAC

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes

Level on: Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

GSP 370Arctis Nova 5
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$120
$130
HearWiki score
59
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
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 22 kHz
Impedance
28 Ω
36 Ω
Sensitivity
117 dB/mW
93 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
9 m
Battery life
100 h
60 h
Full charge time
60 min
15 min
Quick charge
none
15 min → 6 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
none
Transparency mode
No
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
both
both
Voice assistant
No
-
Weight
285 g
265 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
No
Yes
Microphones
1
1
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
noise-cancelling mic
-

What reviewers said

Sennheiser GSP 370

The Sennheiser GSP 370 is a wireless gaming headset that prioritizes marathon battery life, offering up to 100 hours on a single charge. It delivers detailed, full-bodied sound for both games and music, wrapped in a comfortable and sturdy frame, though its companion software can be finicky and the built-in microphone sounds a bit thin.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for long sessions
  • Pro:Detailed and immersive audio
  • Con:Companion software can be buggy
  • Con:Microphone quality is lackluster
  • Con:Design feels a bit dated

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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