ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova Black – 2.4 GHz + Bluetooth 5.3 Gaming Earbuds, Adaptive ANC, 24-bit/96 kHz (2.4 GHz), Up to 46H with Case

The ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black, sold by ASUS as the ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova, is a pair of in-ear gaming earbuds that connects two ways: through a small 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle for low-latency game audio, or over Bluetooth 5.3 for your phone. It adds adaptive noise cancellation, bone-conduction microphones for voice chat and RGB lighting, and ASUS rates it at up to 46 hours with the case in Bluetooth mode. The black finish suits a dark gaming setup and hides the scuffs that earbuds collect in pockets and bags.

Two Connections: Why the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black Stands Out

Most wireless earbuds only speak Bluetooth, which adds delay that you notice in shooters and rhythm games. ASUS bundles a ROG SpeedNova 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle, plus a USB-C to USB-A adapter, so the earbuds can connect to a PC, Mac, Android phone, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 with what ASUS calls ultra-low latency. In Bluetooth mode the same earbuds pair with PCs, Macs, iPhones, Android phones and the Switch.

Hybrid Multipoint lets the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black stay connected to two sources at once, either one Bluetooth and one 2.4 GHz device or two Bluetooth devices. ASUS sets the priority as phone calls first, then music, then notification sounds, so a call on your phone can come through while you play on the PC.

Sound: LC3+ and 24-bit/96 kHz Over the Dongle

Each ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black earbud has a 10 mm driver with neodymium magnets, 32-ohm impedance and a frequency response of 20 Hz to 40 kHz. In 2.4 GHz mode the earbuds use the LC3 and LC3+ codecs, and ASUS quotes high-resolution 24-bit/96 kHz audio in that mode only. Over Bluetooth the codecs are SBC and AAC.

ASUS adds Dirac Opteo tuning for detail and sound staging, and the Armoury Crate app lets you adjust the EQ, choose ANC levels and manage linked devices. The earbuds use silicone tips, with three sizes in the box, so fit affects both bass and noise cancellation; try each size before settling.

Noise Cancellation and Voice Chat

On the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black, adaptive ANC adjusts in real time based on how the earbuds sit and how sound reflects inside your ear canal, and it includes wind-noise reduction. Auto mode reads the ambient noise level and adjusts cancellation by itself, while Armoury Crate offers manual High, Mid and Low settings. A double press switches between ANC, ambient mode and ANC off.

For voice, the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black combines bone-conduction sensors, which pick up your voice from vibrations in the skull, with AI noise-cancelling beamforming microphones. ASUS lists the microphone as omnidirectional with -38 dB sensitivity and a 100 Hz to 10 kHz response, tuned for speech rather than recording music.

Battery Life Depends on Mode, ANC and RGB

ASUS publishes eight battery figures for the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black, earbuds plus case. In Bluetooth mode: 11.5 + 34.5 hours with ANC and RGB off (the 46-hour headline), 10 + 30 hours with ANC off and RGB on, 7.5 + 22.5 hours with ANC on and RGB off, and 6.5 + 19.5 hours with both on. In 2.4 GHz mode: 9 + 27 hours with ANC and RGB off, 6.8 + 20.4 hours with ANC off and RGB on, 5.8 + 17.4 hours with ANC on and RGB off, and 5 + 15 hours with both on.

In practice, gaming over the dongle with ANC and lighting on gives about 5 hours per charge. The case charges over USB-C or wirelessly, and 5 minutes of fast in-case charging gives up to 1 hour of use.

Controls, Lighting and Everyday Use

On the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black, touch controls handle almost everything without the app. On one earbud: single press to play or pause, double press to cycle ANC modes, triple press for the voice assistant, quad press for volume down. On the other: double press to skip forward, triple press to skip back, quad press for volume up. During calls, a single press mutes the microphone, a double press answers and a one-second hold rejects. Holding for 3 seconds enters pairing mode.

The RGB lighting on the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black offers up to 16.8 million colours and four preset effects through Armoury Crate; turning it off gives a noticeable battery gain. Wear detection pauses audio when you take an earbud out, and the IPX4 rating protects against splashes.

Who This Is Not For

The ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black is not for Xbox players, because ASUS does not list Xbox for either connection mode. iPhone users who want low latency: iOS is only listed for Bluetooth mode, not the 2.4 GHz dongle. Anyone who dislikes silicone tips in the ear canal; the ROG Cetra Open Wireless is ASUS’s open-ear alternative. Swimmers, since IPX4 covers splashes only. And if you want the full 46 hours, remember that figure needs Bluetooth mode with both ANC and RGB switched off; with everything on over 2.4 GHz it is 20 hours in total.

Ordering the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black in the UAE

We deliver across the UAE in up to 3 business days, with free delivery on orders from AED 300. The ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black includes a 1-year warranty from Totot. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and please tell us about any shipping damage within 48 hours of delivery.

Technical Specifications

• Model: ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova, Black
• Connection: ROG SpeedNova 2.4 GHz (USB-C dongle, USB-A adapter included) and Bluetooth 5.3
• Codecs: Bluetooth: SBC, AAC; 2.4 GHz: LC3, LC3+
• Hi-res audio: 24-bit/96 kHz in 2.4 GHz mode
• Driver: 10 mm, neodymium magnets
• Impedance: 32 ohms
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 40 kHz
• Noise cancellation: Adaptive ANC with Auto mode (Auto / High / Mid / Low), wind-noise reduction, ambient mode
• Microphones: Bone-conduction sensors plus AI noise-cancelling beamforming mics; omnidirectional, -38 dB, 100 Hz – 10 kHz
• Multipoint: 1x Bluetooth + 1x 2.4 GHz, or 1x Bluetooth + 1x Bluetooth
• Battery (Bluetooth): Up to 46 h total: 11.5 + 34.5 h (ANC off, RGB off); 6.5 + 19.5 h (ANC on, RGB on)
• Battery (2.4 GHz): Up to 36 h total: 9 + 27 h (ANC off, RGB off); 5 + 15 h (ANC on, RGB on)
• Fast charging: 5 minutes for up to 1 hour
• Charging: USB-C and wireless charging case
• Lighting: RGB, up to 16.8 million colours, 4 preset effects (Armoury Crate)
• Water resistance: IPX4
• Other: Wear detection, touch controls
• Platforms: Bluetooth: PC, Mac, iOS, Android, Nintendo Switch; 2.4 GHz: PC, Mac, Android, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5
• Software: Armoury Crate
• In the box: Earbuds, charging case, 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, ear tips (3 sizes), charging cable, user documentation
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

Specifications are from the ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova product page, comparison table and tech specs. Full details are published on the ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova tech specs.

FAQ

Does the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black work with PS5?

Yes, through the 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle. ASUS lists PS4 and PS5 for dongle mode only.

Does the ROG Cetra SpeedNova Black work with Xbox?

No. ASUS does not list Xbox for Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz mode.

How long does the battery last?

46 hours in total in Bluetooth mode with ANC and RGB off; with ANC and RGB on over 2.4 GHz, 5 hours per charge and 20 hours in total.

Is 24-bit/96 kHz available over Bluetooth?

No. ASUS quotes 24-bit/96 kHz for 2.4 GHz mode with LC3+; Bluetooth uses SBC and AAC.

Can I use it with an iPhone?

Yes, in Bluetooth mode. iOS is not listed for the 2.4 GHz dongle.

Is it waterproof?

No. It is rated IPX4, which covers splashes and sweat, not immersion.

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