Two independent reviewers · One conclusion? · Updated with Headphones Pro Review cross-analysis
| Feature | Nova Pro ($330) | Nova Pro Omni ($400) | Nova Elite ($600) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | 2022 | May 2026 | September 2025 |
| Drivers | 40mm Neodymium | 40mm Neodymium (Elite-tuned) | Carbon fiber + brass surround, pistonic |
| Max Bitrate | 24bit / 48kHz | 24bit / 96kHz | 24bit / 96kHz |
| Frame | Standard | Mostly plastic | Steel + aluminum, metal yoke |
| Volume Wheel | Standard | Plastic | Metal |
| Dongle / Base | Base Station (larger, DAC/amp) | Compact transceiver (plastic) | Compact transceiver (plastic) |
| Multi-system audio | No (swappable 2 devices) | Yes (OmniPlay) | Yes (OmniPlay) |
| Backup mic | No | No | Yes (swappable one-ear) |
| Weight | Medium | Lightest ★ (unconfirmed) | 380g (heaviest) |
| Ear cushions | Standard | Best overall | Plush pleather (more heat) |
| Swappable circuit board | Yes (Pro module) | No | No |
| Game/Chat mix (Xbox) | Yes (native) | Yes (native) | Yes (native) |
| Game/Chat mix (PS5) | No | No | No |
| Game/Chat mix (PC) | Yes (Sonar) | Yes (Sonar) | Yes (Sonar) |
| Simultaneous 2.4GHz + BT | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery swap | Yes (magnetic) | Yes (magnetic dual) | Yes (magnetic dual) |
| Swappable ear cushions | Pro module | No | No |
Elite carbon fiber drivers → better sub-bass reproduction. Omni is tuned to sound like Elite despite neodymium drivers. Pro has sharper/clearer sound but less bass warmth. All have game chat EQ presets. Sidetone adjustable on all three.
Pro base station: physical DAC/amp built in, charges headset, swappable circuit board (Pro Gaming Audio Module), LED indicators, power button. Omni/Elite transceiver: smaller USB dongle, charges via USB-C on headset, fewer physical controls. Game/chat mixing: Xbox native, PC requires Sonar, PS5 not available.
Pro: lighter than Elite, standard cushions. Elite: heavier, more metal, plushier pleather (more heat). Omni: lightest of all three, even lighter than Pro, best ear cushions overall.
0:07Tim: "These three are all wireless gaming headsets with simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio."
1:10Tim: "The Nova Pro Omni launched for $400 in 2026, and it's basically a slightly improved Nova Pro with features and connectivity options from the Nova Elite included."
1:29Tim: "It's definitely the most comfortable overall as it keeps the lighter weight of the Nova Pro. It's actually even lighter than the Nova Pro."
16:31Tim: "The Omni's drivers are a significant step down from the Elite. And for $400, I wouldn't want to step down from [the Elite drivers]."
1:40Tim: "Get the Pro to save money. Get the Omni if you don't want to drop $600 on a gaming headset but still want some of the Elite specs. Get the Elite if you want the best overall gaming headset out."
Elite: steel + aluminum frame, metal volume wheel, full metal yoke with internal collar reinforcement (designed to fix snapping issues from earlier models), faux leather outer headband. Omni: plastic hinges, plastic volume controls, plastic base station. Both share the same suspension headband system and dual magnetic battery swap.
Elite at 380g is "not light" — heavier than Sony WH-1000XM6 travel headphone (254g). Weight affects on-head stability for sudden movement or standing. Suspension headband manages weight well for seated gaming. Omni weight unconfirmed at time of review (headset was 2 days old).
Carbon fiber drivers with custom brass surround ring holding a two-piece pistonic design. Pistonic motion = driver moves as single flat piston rather than flexing unevenly across surface. This is the core Elite differentiator. Omni uses neodymium drivers "tuned to sound like Elite" — but Tim's testing confirms they are audibly a step down.
0:06Reviewer: "$400, $600, two products, one company, and the cheaper one might be the smarter buy."
1:13Reviewer: "The Omni is mostly plastic. The Elite is metal. That's the headline, but the headline is not the whole story."
2:14Reviewer: "The Elite weighs 380g. That is not light. For context, the Sony WH-1000XM6, a flagship travel headphone, weighs 254g. The Elite is a heavier headset, and on-head stability can become an issue if you move suddenly or get up fast."
3:00Reviewer: "The Nova Elite uses carbon fiber drivers. Specifically, carbon fiber with a custom brass surround ring holding a two-piece pistonic design. Pistonic motion means the driver moves as a single flat piston rather than flexing unevenly across its surface."
13:58Reviewer: "Only one is right for you. Drop your platform setup in the comments — PC only, console primary, or multi-platform chaos — and tell us which one you'd actually buy."
Is the Omni's $400 price justified if its drivers are "a significant step down" from the Elite's carbon fiber? Does "Elite-tuned" neodymium still outperform most competing headsets at this price?
Tim rates the Omni as "most comfortable" and lightest; Headphones Pro Review hasn't confirmed Omni weight. Who is more credible on this specific claim?
The Elite's 380g weight is compared unfavorably to Sony's 254g travel headphone — but is this a fair comparison? Gaming headsets have different weight distribution dynamics.
The Pro ($330) is the only one with a swappable circuit board — is this feature still relevant in 2026 when both new models support multi-system audio?
Both reviewers agree neither headset supports game/chat mixing on PS5. Is this a dealbreaker for PlayStation users, or is it a minor inconvenience?