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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series headset and Arctis App launched

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series gaming headset are available in four colors. (Image source: SteelSeries)
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series gaming headset are available in four colors. (Image source: SteelSeries)
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset builds on the solid foundation set by the wired variant. The Nova 3X Wireless and the Nova 3P Wireless are available in four color options with 40 hours of battery life.

SteelSeries has expanded its range of wireless gaming headsets with the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series. This includes the Nova 3X Wireless and the Nova 3P Wireless. As the names suggest, these work with Xbox and PlayStation consoles with some cross compatibility between the two. The company has also launched an app for easy control and customizability.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series specifications and features

A successor to the Arctis Nova 3 wired headset (Buy on Amazon), the Wireless option brings 2.4 GHz as well as Bluetooth connectivity. They have a mostly similar design to the wired variant with a few changes. The built-in battery can last up to 40 hours and supports fast charging which gives them nine hours of battery life with a quick 15-minute charge. The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series is powered by 40mm neodymium drivers with a frequency response range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz and 36 Ohms impedance. They also have 360-degree spatial audio support.

The microphone, this time around, is a detachable one unlike the retractable one on the wired variant. It is a ClearCast Gen 2.X bidirectional noise canceling mic. As mentioned earlier, the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series can be connected via the 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth 5.3, and it can quickly switch between the two with the press of a button. However, simultaneous inputs are not supported.

The included battery has increased the weight compared to the wired option but the detachable mic has somewhat compensated for it. The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless is only six grams heavier than the wired option at 260 grams.

As for compatibility, the Nova 3X Wireless supports wireless connectivity via USB C dongle with Xbox, PC, PlayStation, Switch, Mac, VR, handhelds, mobile, and more. The Nova 3P Wireless, however, skips on the Xbox connectivity.

SteelSeries has also launched the Arctis App available on the Google Play Store and App Store. It brings over 200 game specific audio presets and allows switching between the connected devices. Notably, the website mentions the app is exclusively tailored for the Arctis Nova 5 series (Buy on Amazon) and Arctis Gamebuds (Buy on Amazon) with no mention of the new Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless series price and availability

There are four different colors to choose from which seems to be a trend with new gaming peripheral launches from the company. These are black, white, aqua, and lavender. They are priced at $110 and are available at SteelSeries.com and select retailers around the world. 

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SteelSeries, Amazon (affiliate links above)

STEELSERIES UNVEILS THE ARCTIS NOVA 3 WIRELESS SERIES HEADSETS x ARCTIS APP – A “CHEAT CODE” FOR XBOX, PLAYSTATION, AND NINTENDO SWITCH

  • The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless x Arctis App empowers gamers to unlock next-gen 360° Spatial Audio for next-gen consoles -
  • Arctis App offers gamers “real-time audio control” with precision audio presets for the top games on the planet, including Call of Duty, Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto, and over 200 more -
  • Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets feature custom audio drivers, both Bluetooth and a USB-C dongle for high-speed 2.4GHz wireless, optimized fast charging, and 260g of comfort -

CHICAGO – June 3, 2025 – From the creator of the groundbreaking Arctis Nova line of headsets, SteelSeries, the original esports brand that fuses gaming and culture and worldwide leader in premium gaming headsets,
today expands the award-winning Arctics Nova family with the introduction of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets and Arctis App.

As gaming continues to grow in popularity, SteelSeries has been leading the way in delivering industry-leading product and software innovations, solving problems for gamers, and defining a gaming lifestyle. In Q1 of 2025, Newzoo estimates the global gamer population to be around 2.9B players and console gaming is experiencing a resurgence with a projected continued steady growth through 2027. This popularity is being fueled by the anticipation of major titles and new console releases that deliver full immersion into different virtual worlds. Engineered from the ground up, the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets raise the bar for a new level of premium audio with real-time audio control for console gamers.

Next-gen consoles need next-gen audio and the newest member of the award-winning Arctis Nova line of headsets features the powerhouse combo of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset and Arctis App for Real- Time Audio Control with over 200 audio presets, plus Quick Switch Wireless with high-speed 2.4GHz or Bluetooth 5.3, an extraordinary 15-minute Fast Charge for 9 hours of play time, and a lightweight, durable comfortable design – all at $109.99 price point.

Sound matters. The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is perfectly equipped for console gaming on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms.
• Custom Nova Speaker Drivers – Specially designed powerful Neodymium Magnetic speaker drivers were customized in-house to provide the ultimate gaming audio, with rich bass and a unique custom design for maximum detail. Immerse in the soundscape, taking what's already awesome to the next level with 360° Spatial Audio. (Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound and more)
• The Mobile Arctis App – A revolutionary mobile app that allows gamers to control their audio in real- time with over 200+ game-specific audio presets meticulously crafted and custom-tailored to each game by audio engineers, esports pros, and game developers. Gamers can change their audio presets on the fly in real time and without leaving the game, providing a distinct competitive advantage. Hear what others don't with precisely honed audio profiles for top games like Call of Duty, Fortnite, GTA, and more.
• Quick-Switch Wireless – Switch instantly between high-speed 2.4GHz gaming wireless for gaming and Bluetooth 5.3 for everything else with the onboard quick-switch button. Mobile connections remain on standby when gaming, so players will receive call notifications, plus separate EQ profiles let gamers save 2.4GHz gaming and BT on-the-go settings independently.
• Cross-Platform Gaming – Game on any platform, easily swapping the small USB-C dongle between all systems, supporting Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, Meta Quest, handhelds, as well as phones and tablets that support USB-C.
• 15-Minute Fast Charge = 9-Hour Play Time – Game all day. Optimized USB-C fast charge gives you up to 9 hours of use after just 15 minutes, which is up to 3x more than typical headsets. A standard single charge offers up to 30+ hours in 2.4G / 40+ hours in Bluetooth.
• ClearCast 2.X Microphone – The new Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series microphone with high bandwidth tech takes voice quality to the next level – 2X the bandwidth, 2X the comms with 32KHz/16bit audio.
• Lightweight | Durable | Comfortable Design – Tough, flexible design with dual-hinged arms for durability, plus removable ear cushions with breathable memory foam for total comfort. The 260g lightweight Nova 3 Wireless Series design features height-adjustable arms, plus a stretchy secondary fabric headband to distribute pressure evenly for all-day comfort. Available in black, white, aqua, and lavender.

The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is available at SteelSeries.com and select retailers around the world for the following MSRP:
• Arctis Nova 3P/3X Wireless – NA $109.99 | UK £99.99 | EMEA €109.99 | APAC $109.99
• Arctis App – Free Download on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store

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Vineet Washington, 2025-06- 3 (Update: 2025-06- 3)