Update: Following publication, SteelSeries has rolled out and informed us about a new firmware update on SteelSeries GG for compatibility with the Nova 3, Nova 5, and Nova 7 headsets. We’ve applied this update and can verify that the 2.4GHz USB-C dongle with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X is now functional with the Nintendo Switch 2 — both in docked and handheld modes.

New PC graphics cards and CPUs are continually emerging, reshaping the gaming environment. In contrast, gaming peripherals tend to age differently. High-quality products can remain significant years post-launch.

Launched in 2022, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless is an exemplary case. I purchased the Xbox version in November 2023, and it continues to be my top choice for multi-platform gaming headsets nearly two years later.

Arctis Nova 7 vs. 7X

Finding a headset can be perplexing if you’re aiming to use it across various platforms such as the PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, Xbox, and mobile devices. Some headsets simply cannot accommodate that, so where should you begin?

SteelSeries is the answer.

When considering SteelSeries, two models stand out. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 — recognizable by its solid black headband — is only compatible with PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, mobile, and tablet. In contrast, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X, marked by its distinct green strap, is compatible with all the aforementioned devices as well as the Xbox (Xbox One, Series X, and Series S).

Owing to variances in their wireless protocol technology, Xbox consoles cannot utilize the same headset channels as those designed for other consoles. Unlike the Switch and PC platforms, Xbox consoles also do not