Grado SR325x · Navy Blue
Open-back
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Grado SR325x · Navy Blue lands at 84 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Grado SR325x · Navy Blue if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)Tuning, detail, and staging
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 84).
Noise cancelling
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Grado SR325x · Navy BlueLong-session wearability
Grado SR325x · Navy Blue leads on comfort (88 vs 86).
Value for money
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($249 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Grado SR325x · Navy Blue | SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Gaming headset |
| Variant | — | PS5 Edition |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Grado SR325x · Navy Blue
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
FAQ: Grado SR325x · Navy Blue vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Which is better, Grado SR325x · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Grado SR325x · Navy Blue worth the price? +
At $349, Grado SR325x · Navy Blue delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Does Grado SR325x · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for sound quality, Grado SR325x · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Grado SR325x · Navy Blue or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.