No one wants to play their favourite video game and hear constant background noise such as their friends’ chit-chats in the background. It can be very annoying, especially if you’re engrossed in the game and need maximum concentration to defeat your opponents or scale to another level.
Using below-par headsets is a deal-breaker. You don’t want your friends calling you a mean mug for complaining everytime someone says something and your headsets can not cancel out the noise, do you?
Anyone passionate about gaming knows that using quality headsets can make a huge difference in overall gameplay by turning a fun video game into a fully immersive experience. Or isn’t it something you enjoy that you can get your attention all day, and sometimes into the night too?
There are lots of gaming headsets out there and choosing the one that suits you best can be quite tasking. One unique thing about this curated list is that there’s a headset for every style of play and budget you can think of.
We made our pick of the top wired or wireless headsets considering the most important features needed for the best gaming experience such as comfortability, sound quality, build quality, noise canceling and so on. So, here are the 7 best Headsets for Gaming we recommend for a pleasurable gaming experience.
- Razer Blackshark V2
The BlackShark V2, which is probably Razer’s best headset, is our top pick for this list. Compared to its counterparts, the V2 is sleek and has such comfy earcups that could be worn for hours, although getting it to fit could be a bother.
Sold at less than $100, it is cost-effective, offering great value for such as a wide range of gameplay audio playing options at such a low price
The Blackshark V2 is lighter and less bulky compared to Razer’s Kraken and Nari headset models. Its ear cups are made of soft memory foam while the headband is made of faux leather covered in breathable fabric that allows for long gameplay sessions.
Besides its 7.1-channel USB sound card and Ambient Noise Reduction feature, ,the Blackshark V2 uses a 3.5mm connection which makes it compatible with any modern gaming gadget or device.
- SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC
Talk about a gaming headset with excellent audiophile quality, As its name suggests, it is equipped with a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter), this feature gives the Arctis Pro its excellent sound quality allowing it to deliver an astonishing high-resolution 96-kHz/24-bit. The SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC is your pick if you’re looking for an high-res headset with fine-tuning options and a customized graphic EQ.
If you prefer headsets that offer lower latency over non-Bluetooth wireless, the Astro is a great pick. We recommend the SteelSeries instead if you want gaming headsets that are Bluetooth-compatible as you can use them to stream music while you game.
- Astro A50 Gen 4
The Astro A50 Gen 4 Wireless 2019 proves to be one of the best gaming headsets that we’ve tested. Thanks to their wireless transmitter base station, these headphones have very low non-Bluetooth latency, ensuring that your audio and visuals are synced while playing games. With a superb battery life, they could eek out over 17 hours of continuous gaming, without having to pause to recharge them.
The Astro A50 Gen 4 is a well-built headset with a comfortable feel, spacious ear cups and soft padding. They have an extra boom which brings out the intensity of sound effects when playing. If you want to tweak your audio effects to a different sound, its companion software comes with a graphic EQ that allows you create custom presets, which are accessible via the EQ button found on the right ear cup. Their mic records your voice excellently, ensuring your voice comes out clear, cancelling out any noise whatsoever.
It comes with drawbacks of its own though, the base station is console-locked for Xbox and PlayStation, leaving you needing to buy a separate adapter for your PS5. Some reviews state that its sound quality drops when you connect them to a PS5 or Xbox Series X/S.
- Logitech G433
While all fingers are not equal and you could be on a budget. As a gamer, if you’re looking for affordable wired gaming headsets with no compromise on their value, take a look at the Logitech G433 Gaming Headset. In all honesty, they might not be as comfy or well-built as other headsets on the list, the Logitech sells at a more purse-friendly price. Just like any other headsets, they have the stereotype audio settings, you can tweak them to your taste via the companion software’s graphic EQ or presets. Noise cancelling is done by a detachable mic and a closed-back design to block out mid-range noises.
We recommend the Astro if comfort, durability and build quality is your priority, and the Logitech if you’re eyeing less expensive but quality headsets designed in closed-back fashion.
- SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless
We tested multiple gaming headsets for Xbox Series X, and we found the SteelSeries Arctis 9X Wireless to be the best, with built-in Xbox Wireless Technology. The SteelSeries is a couch headset that ensures decently low audio latency while gaming. They also support Bluetooth, so you can stream your favorite music from your devices while remaining connected to your gaming console.
- Razer Kaira Pro Wireless
The Razer Kaira Pro is extremely comfortable with good sound, ideal for Xbox consoles and Microsoft’s next-generation consoles. Talk about a sleek, lightweight, expertly designed gaming headset for the couch with built-in Bluetooth capabilities making it compatible with OC and your mobile devices.
Although they have a shorter battery life than the Steelseries Arctis 9X Wireless, they offer a lower latency connection syncing the visuals of your game with the audio, giving you a fully immersive experience.
The detachable boom mic of this headset cancels out noise perfectly, its companion software allows for customization via its graphic EQ and presets to suit your preferences.
One more thing, the price of the Kaira Pro will not scare you away.
- Logitech G Pro X
The Logitech G Pro X is the best tournament-grade headset on this list with a performance and an artistic black design that distinguishes it from the competition. Big thanks to its extremely flexible headband and supremely comfortable leatherette and foam earcups. Although comfortability isn’t enough criteria to recommend this product as one of the best gaming headsets, it’s definitely up there as one of the most important quality products we have evaluated.
The G Pro X delivers quality sound whether you’re playing on PC or console being the first gaming headset to offer a built-in Blue mic, giving the gamer a mind-blowing voice chat allowing you to communicate with your teammates and fanbase. Another amazing feature is its long continuous battery life that allows you to play games for hours non-stop. Compared to other top products, it has a lower latency when connected to Bluetooth compatible devices and a lesser mic performance.
Final Verdict
These great gaming headsets will highlight important noises like enemy footsteps behind you or an opponent cocking their gun while hidden. They also deliver high music quality and allow you communicate better.
