The 10 Best Gaming Headsets 2022

Razer’s best-selling BlackShark V2 Pro is our top pick for the best gaming headset overall. The wireless connectivity frees up your gaming space, with the option of a direct, wired connection if you’re latency-obsessed. The 50mm high-end sound drivers and THX 7.1 surround sound capability ensure they sound amazing. Plus, they’ll run wirelessly for 24 hours on a single charge. What we like most, though, is the price: At less than $150, these feel practically free.

A close second to the BlackShark V2 Pro is the Cloud II Wireless headset from HyperX. They boast many of the same features, including a durable aluminum frame, a noise-canceling detachable mic, and wireless connectivity with a long battery life. The dual 53mm drivers and 7.1 surround sound are immersive, although the quality isn’t quite as good as Razer’s flagship entry.

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At less than $80, it’s hard to beat Razer’s Barracuda X as the best budget gaming headset. They offer all the must-have features, including wired and low-latency wireless connectivity, a lightweight build (at just 250 grams!), and a removable boom mic. The 20-hour battery life isn’t bad either. Plus, the low-profile headband and FlowKnit material earcups are comfortable enough for all-day gameplay.

Wireless gaming headsets often lack the crispness of their wired counterparts. SteelSeries irons out most of those wrinkles with its Arctis 9X. The sound through both the cans and the mic is fantastic on every platform. We also love the woven “ski goggle” suspension headband that keeps much of the headset’s weight off your dome. The only downside: The price.

If surround-sound quality matters above all else for you, Corsair’s HS80 RGB Wireless is your man. These PC-gamer-centric cans deliver phenomenal audio via Dolby Atmos-certified surround sound and custom-tuned, 50mm neodymium drivers with a wide frequency range. The result is ultra-immersive gameplay where every sound from the quietest whisper to the loudest detonation is crisp, clear, and true-to-life.

JBL is well-known for some of the best wireless headphones on the market, and the Quantum ONE Professional PC Gaming Headset is no exception. This flagship headset boasts modern, aggressive looks and a long list of next-gen features. Of them all, the coolest by far is the QuantumSPHERE 360 technology that uses a head-tracking sensor to help you perfectly pinpoint sounds in your gaming environment. They’re on the pricey side at nearly $250 but worth every penny for serious gamers.

For decades, Bang & Olufsen has made some of the world’s sexiest audio equipment. They bring that considerable design panache to bear on the ultra-premium Beoplay Portal Gaming Headphones (making these a great gift for gamers). They deliver must-have features like active noise cancelation tech, Dolby Atmos surround sound, multi-platform compatibility, and 24-hour battery life. Oh, and the sleek, minimalist aesthetic makes these the best-looking gaming headphones on this list.

At $225, Corsair’s Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT ranks among the most expensive on this list. But, that cost of entry ensures a long list of excellent features making these our pick for the best PC gaming headset. They’re versatile, extremely comfortable, and far sleeker than most other headsets. Added bonus: They can connect to two devices simultaneously, so you can game while listening to music or notifications on your phone via Bluetooth.

EPOS is proving to be a legit contender in the gaming headset space. The H6Pro not only boasts a premium look, but a long list of premium tech features to boot. It’s arguably the best sounding headset on this list with fantastic audio quality that’s more balanced and less “all about that bass” than most gaming headsets.

True to the brand, Logitech’s G Pro X is a great mid-range gaming headset. The all-black design is sleek and elegant without the bold, in-your-face styling typical of other headsets. The wired connection ensures zero-latency, while 7.1-channel compatibility delivers a rich, immersive soundscape no matter your game of choice. We also dig the ability to fine-tune the mic and mic software to dial in your personal voice quality.