SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Gen 2)
Our verdict · The safest crowd-pleaser: a multi-platform wireless headset that suits almost any gamer.
Buy it if
You want one gift that works for a PC, PlayStation, Switch or mobile gamer without having to know their exact setup.
Skip it if
They already own a mid-to-high-end headset, or if your budget is firmly under £100.
Where to get it
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Gen 2)
From £150 (indicative; RRP £179.99)
Indicative price at the time of review.
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The Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 earns the top spot because it removes the two biggest risks of buying a headset as a gift: platform and connectivity. SteelSeries specifies simultaneous dual wireless, pairing lossless 2.4GHz for the console or PC with Bluetooth for a phone at the same time, so a recipient can hear game audio and take a call without re-pairing. Reviewers such as KitGuru highlight the comfortable fit, retractable ClearCast mic and deep SteelSeries GG software tuning, and platform-specific versions (P for PlayStation, X for Xbox) mean you can match it to their console. It sits above the controllers below because it is genuinely useful to a wider range of gamers, though the trade-off is price: the RRP is £179.99, with retailers frequently around £150 indicatively, well above a controller gift.
The good & the bad
Pros
- Dual 2.4GHz plus Bluetooth lets them mix game audio and phone in one headset
- Platform-specific editions cover PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Switch and mobile
- Reviewers consistently praise comfort, mic clarity and battery life
Cons
- One of the pricier gifts here at an indicative £150-plus
- The full software feature set really needs a PC to unlock
How it compares
| Pick | WATTB Score | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless (Gen 2)This pick | 92/100 | From £150 (indicative; RRP £179.99) | overall gaming gift |
| 2.Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 | 91/100 | From £145 (full edition, indicative; RRP £159.99; Core version around £105) | premium gift for console gamers |
| 3.8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller | 89/100 | From £45 (indicative) | value gift |
| 4.Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 | 87/100 | From £120 (indicative) | gift for streamers and creators |
| 5.Backbone One (USB-C, 2nd Gen) | 84/100 | From £80 (indicative; RRP around £100) | gift for mobile gamers |
Key facts
- Best for
- overall gaming gift
- Typical cost
- From £150 (indicative; RRP £179.99)
- Connectivity
- 2.4GHz wireless + Bluetooth (simultaneous)
- Battery
- Up to 54 hours over 2.4GHz (manufacturer; ~38h using both wirelessly at once)
- Microphone
- Retractable ClearCast Gen 2
- Platforms
- PC, PS5, Switch, mobile (X variant for Xbox)
Insider tip · Check which console they own before buying: the P/X variants differ mainly in the wireless dongle, so matching it avoids an awkward return.
Researched by WATTB
- Published
- 13 September 2026
- Updated
- 13 September 2026
- Last verified
- 13 September 2026
- Sources
- 8 sources
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