Wired and wireless, cheap to ultra-premium.
Here are some of the absolute best PC gaming headsets available, based on 14 years of testing.
Now, on with the recommendations!
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The BlackShark V2 X’s design is also worthy of some praise.
There’s a convenient volume knob on the left earcup, and the microphone is removable.
The headset is plastic and not the most durable-looking option, but for the price this is acceptable.
Surround sound is effectively provided by 3D Audio on PS5 or DTS Headphone:X on PC.
The G Hub software is similarly intelligent in its layout.
If you want a convenient, comfortable and colourful headset there’s nothing quite like these Logitech options.
The G335 is the more flexible option at a lower price, so that’s our default recommendation.
However, the headset is relatively heavy and relatively expensive, though after-market cushions make it suprisingly comfortable.
The PC software is also somewhat underbaked compared to rivals from SteelSeries, Corsair and Razer.
Communication is also key for team-based games like CS2, so a good microphone is also required.
I also like the ability to clip the mic to the headband when it’s not in use.
There are some oddities here too.
However, simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth isn’t supported, as it is on some slightly fancier headsets.
That makes for a lightweight 270g headset, but also contributes to a modest 35 hours of battery life.
Ultimately, the A-Spire is laser-focused on delivering peak performance for esports, and that’s nothing but commendable.
That makes for quite a convenient headset to use, but mic and audio quality is nothing special.
However, adjustment is relatively limited, with only two positions for the headband.
Overall, well worth the slightly premium price point!
Turtle Beach Stealth 600
Another great value wireless option
The third-generationTurtle Beach Stealth 600is a good value wireless headset.
That suits me just fine, especially as there are ways to add these features via software.
Sony Inzone H5: I feel conflicted about the Inzone H5.
Worth considering then, but not a headset I’ll be keen to return to.
Rode NTH-100: Another pair of strong studio headphones we tested recently are the Rode NTH-100s.
The Recon 70 is available in a wide range of colour schemes too.
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The two best third-party ear pads we’ve tried areDekoni(UK/US) andWicked Cushions(UK/US).
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There are also the Epos GSX 300 and Helm Audio DB12 AAAMP we mentioned above.
Of course, you might spend way more if you want to go even further into the audiophile realm.
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