Best gaming headsets
Welcome to the best gaming headsets 2020 T3 guide – the definitive list of which gaming headset is the right one for you, no matter what your setup or which games you're playing. We can take the stress and strain out of choosing the best set of gaming cans, and we've got recommendations covering a variety of budgets and gaming platforms.
Whether you're looking for the best gaming headset for the PS4, the best headset for the Xbox One, or the the best gaming headset for PC use, we've got you covered with some top-tier options here. We've also got the best gaming headsets for the Nintendo Switch, if you're a portable gamer.
While these headsets cover a wide variety of price points, at no point have we compromised on audio quality – we know that your games have to sound their very best, and these devices will put your ears right in the middle of the action, whether you're hearing birdsong or planets exploding.We absolutely won't accept sup-par sonics at T3.
Underneath our list of top gaming headphones, we've also included some useful advice on what to look for if you're shopping for a new gaming headset, wireless or otherwise, which you can apply no matter what your situation.
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BEST GAMING HEADSETS: THE BEST HEADPHONES FOR GAMING
The SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless is the best gaming headset in the world for Sony PlayStation 4 gamers.
1. STEELSERIES ARCTIS PRO WIRELESS
The best gaming headset for PS4 gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Hi-Res Certified audio+40ft wireless range+Excellent wireless transmitter
Today's Best Deals
$229.99
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$329.99
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$329.99
View at Dell
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The best wireless gaming headset on the market today, the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless, is an awesome piece of kit, delivering a best-in-class audio experience for PS4 gamers.
The headset not only features a dual-wireless audio system that allows for both 2.4G and Bluetooth connections simultaneously (meaning you can listen to music or chat while gaming), it also comes packing Hi-Res capable speaker drivers and lossless audio too.
A very impressive 40-feet range, well-built wireless transmitter, lightweight aluminium construction, and swappable dual-battery power system complete a superb all-round package.
Simply put, T3.com hasn't heard better from a wireless gaming headset in 2020, and if you are shopping for a pair of PS4 gaming headphones with a high-end budget, then you need look no further.
And, when we said you needn't look much further, we were absolutely right, with the panel of judges in the T3 Awards 2020 bestowing the highly-desirable Best Gaming Headset award on the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless.
For Xbox One gamers the LucidSound LS35X are a great gaming headset choice.
2. LUCIDSOUND LS35X
The best gaming headset for Xbox One gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Connects directly to Xbox One wirelessly+Stylish, comfortable design+Excellent audio reproduction
Today's Best Deals
$175
VIEW AT AMAZON
LucidSound is one T3's favourite gaming headset makers thanks its ability to deliver top-draw audio reproduction and stylish, comfortable builds at attractive price points. T3 was very impressed with the older LucidSound LS40 and LS20 gaming headsets, for example, which both offered excellent quality and value for money.
And, pleasingly, this time around the headset maker has returned with the absolutely stunning LucidSound LS35X Wireless Surround Sound Gaming Headset for Xbox One.
On top of the usual excellent audio reproduction via custom-tuned 50mm speakers with neodymium magnets and lush build quality, the big sell here is that the LS35X connects wirelessly directly to the Xbox One without any additional cables or a base station.
What's more, the LS35X also automatically configures itself as well, making it a true plug-and-play product – you can just concentrate on the gaming.
Throw in dual mics with mic monitoring, a delightfully lightweight build, and top surround sound capabilities, and it's easy to see how the LS35X gaming headset is one of the absolute best on the market today. A must-see for any Xbox One gamer looking to upgrade.
PC gamers are spoilt in terms of audio quality and customisation with the Elite Atlas Aero.
(Image credit: Turtle Beach)
3. TURTLE BEACH ELITE ATLAS AERO
The best gaming headset for PC gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Turtle Beach Control Studio allows incredible customisation+Premium 50mm Nanoclear drivers deliver quality audio reproduction+Long-lasting battery life
Today's Best Deals
$142.95
Clicked by 41 people today
VIEW AT AMAZON
$149.95
View at Microsoft US
$149.95
View at Dell
See all prices (4 found)
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero should be one of the very first gaming headsets PC gamers consider when shopping for an upgrade. The reason for this is not just the hardware package the headset delivers, which partners an future-industrial, understated and mature aesthetic with high-end build quality and top-rate audio reproduction, but the fact that it then allows audiophile-level customisation through the Turtle Beach Control Studio Windows application.
The Turtle Beach Control Studio aesthetically looks a bit old-fashioned (it reminded T3 of Hi-Fi software from the turn of the century), with sliders, buttons and toggles left, right and centre, along with tabs, settings and more. However, the control it grants over the Elite Atlas Aero is truly first rate, with everything from treble, bass and dialogue levels, through mic variables, noise and volume, and onto high-level features like Superhuman Hearing and 3D Audio tweakable.
Go into audio settings and the software even lets you start setting values in equaliser profiles, including Game, Chat and Microphone EQ. Rumbles, explosions, vocals, atmospheric effects like wind and leaves, or in-game effects from vehicle engines and more can be prioritised or downplayed as desired. Throw in macro creation, game preset importing and exporting, and 3D audio personalisation and it is a quite simply staggering control system at the user's disposal.
Connectivity to the PC comes courtesy of a small, flat USB dongle, while charging takes place via microUSB to USB cable. The Elite Atlas Aero can also be connected via standard 3.5mm audio jack, too, which means that at least superficially this set could also be used with a games console such as Nintendo Switch. However, it is the wireless PC functionality that you really ring these up for. A small detachable mic completes the package.
In terms of the cups themselves, the Elite Atlas Aero delivers serious punch, and a chunky depth mean that they feel dense and well made both in the hand and on the head. Adjustments for size come from cups sliding up and down the frame arms, while there is a padded, floating headband that sits underneath the metal frame top that makes wearing the headphones comfortable for sizeable gaming sessions.
There are plenty of quality PC gaming headsets on the market today (the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless above delivers an incredible package that technically delivers even more in terms of audio features, though that costs twice this set), however, for the price, which is firmly mid-range, we feel these deliver everything a PC gamer could want in one package and at a very approachable price point.
A comfortable fit and excellent audio performance make the Logitech G635 gaming headset one of the best around.
(Image credit: Logitech)
4. LOGITECH G635 7.1 LIGHTSYNC GAMING HEADSET
Super sound and comfort at an affordable price point
REASONS TO BUY
+Comfortable, tight fit+7.1 surround sound+Customisable LED lights
Today's Best Deals
$99.99
VIEW AT AMAZON
$139.99
View at Dell
See all prices (3 found)
Logitech can usually be relied upon to produce solid pieces of kit, and so it is with the wired G635 headset – 7.1 surround sound audio, Lightsync technology for illuminating your gameplay space, plenty of features and buttons on board the headset itself, and compatibility with PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch... what more could you want?
The headset is really comfy and snug to wear, and produces crystal-clear audio, which is of course the main selling point: you can hear the faintest sound of enemy footsteps, and the headset doubles up as a fine way to listen to music too. The supplied Logitech software lets you customise the lighting if you're connecting it to Windows, and it's a breeze to use.
Ideally we'd like a bit more heft to the hinges on the headphones themselves, and the angular, black design won't be to everyone's taste, but really these are minor drawbacks on what is otherwise an excellent gaming headset – one of the best gaming headsets in the business actually, which is why it earns a spot on our list.
The Astro A50, in its latest guise, is simply stunning and an easy best gaming headset recommendation.
(Image credit: Astro)
5. ASTRO A50 GEN 4
A fine upgrade to one of the best gaming headsets ever made
REASONS TO BUY
+Superior sound quality+Versatile base station+Swappable earpads
Today's Best Deals
$299.99
VIEW AT AMAZON
$299.99
View at Dell
$399
View at Amazon
See all prices (5 found)
The Astro A50 Gen 3 was an excellent gaming headset and the Gen 4 improves on it: it has a more compact base station (the headphones themselves are wireless), the design is now more subtle and refined, and the same great sound is available through these cans, whether you're playing on PC, PlayStation or Xbox One (you do need to pick either Xbox One or PlayStation when you're buying, however).
The Astro A50 feels comfortable on the head, and brings rich and vibrant audio to your ears at any volume – bass, trebles and mids all come through clearly. The earpads are actually removable, so you can swap them out for a different pair if you're looking for a different feel.
You get pretty darn good noise cancellation, too, and the A50 headset packs a real punch in terms of audio reproduction across the board. From dialogue to music to sound effects, everything comes across crisply, and we'd have no reservations about adding this to our gaming setup. Astro is very much gaming headset royalty and this
Whether you're looking for the best gaming headset for the PS4, the best headset for the Xbox One, or the the best gaming headset for PC use, we've got you covered with some top-tier options here. We've also got the best gaming headsets for the Nintendo Switch, if you're a portable gamer.
While these headsets cover a wide variety of price points, at no point have we compromised on audio quality – we know that your games have to sound their very best, and these devices will put your ears right in the middle of the action, whether you're hearing birdsong or planets exploding.We absolutely won't accept sup-par sonics at T3.
Underneath our list of top gaming headphones, we've also included some useful advice on what to look for if you're shopping for a new gaming headset, wireless or otherwise, which you can apply no matter what your situation.
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BEST GAMING HEADSETS: THE BEST HEADPHONES FOR GAMING
The SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless is the best gaming headset in the world for Sony PlayStation 4 gamers.
1. STEELSERIES ARCTIS PRO WIRELESS
The best gaming headset for PS4 gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Hi-Res Certified audio+40ft wireless range+Excellent wireless transmitter
Today's Best Deals
$229.99
VIEW AT AMAZON
$329.99
View at Amazon
$329.99
View at Dell
See all prices (6 found)
FREE NATIVE UNION ECLIPSE 3-WAY USB CHARGER WHEN YOU SUBSCRIBE
(Image credit: Future)
Save 35% on a subscription to Britain's best-selling gadget magazine, and get this great-looking Native Union charging station completely free!
The best wireless gaming headset on the market today, the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless, is an awesome piece of kit, delivering a best-in-class audio experience for PS4 gamers.
The headset not only features a dual-wireless audio system that allows for both 2.4G and Bluetooth connections simultaneously (meaning you can listen to music or chat while gaming), it also comes packing Hi-Res capable speaker drivers and lossless audio too.
A very impressive 40-feet range, well-built wireless transmitter, lightweight aluminium construction, and swappable dual-battery power system complete a superb all-round package.
Simply put, T3.com hasn't heard better from a wireless gaming headset in 2020, and if you are shopping for a pair of PS4 gaming headphones with a high-end budget, then you need look no further.
And, when we said you needn't look much further, we were absolutely right, with the panel of judges in the T3 Awards 2020 bestowing the highly-desirable Best Gaming Headset award on the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless.
For Xbox One gamers the LucidSound LS35X are a great gaming headset choice.
2. LUCIDSOUND LS35X
The best gaming headset for Xbox One gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Connects directly to Xbox One wirelessly+Stylish, comfortable design+Excellent audio reproduction
Today's Best Deals
$175
VIEW AT AMAZON
LucidSound is one T3's favourite gaming headset makers thanks its ability to deliver top-draw audio reproduction and stylish, comfortable builds at attractive price points. T3 was very impressed with the older LucidSound LS40 and LS20 gaming headsets, for example, which both offered excellent quality and value for money.
And, pleasingly, this time around the headset maker has returned with the absolutely stunning LucidSound LS35X Wireless Surround Sound Gaming Headset for Xbox One.
On top of the usual excellent audio reproduction via custom-tuned 50mm speakers with neodymium magnets and lush build quality, the big sell here is that the LS35X connects wirelessly directly to the Xbox One without any additional cables or a base station.
What's more, the LS35X also automatically configures itself as well, making it a true plug-and-play product – you can just concentrate on the gaming.
Throw in dual mics with mic monitoring, a delightfully lightweight build, and top surround sound capabilities, and it's easy to see how the LS35X gaming headset is one of the absolute best on the market today. A must-see for any Xbox One gamer looking to upgrade.
PC gamers are spoilt in terms of audio quality and customisation with the Elite Atlas Aero.
(Image credit: Turtle Beach)
3. TURTLE BEACH ELITE ATLAS AERO
The best gaming headset for PC gamers
REASONS TO BUY
+Turtle Beach Control Studio allows incredible customisation+Premium 50mm Nanoclear drivers deliver quality audio reproduction+Long-lasting battery life
Today's Best Deals
$142.95
Clicked by 41 people today
VIEW AT AMAZON
$149.95
View at Microsoft US
$149.95
View at Dell
See all prices (4 found)
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero should be one of the very first gaming headsets PC gamers consider when shopping for an upgrade. The reason for this is not just the hardware package the headset delivers, which partners an future-industrial, understated and mature aesthetic with high-end build quality and top-rate audio reproduction, but the fact that it then allows audiophile-level customisation through the Turtle Beach Control Studio Windows application.
The Turtle Beach Control Studio aesthetically looks a bit old-fashioned (it reminded T3 of Hi-Fi software from the turn of the century), with sliders, buttons and toggles left, right and centre, along with tabs, settings and more. However, the control it grants over the Elite Atlas Aero is truly first rate, with everything from treble, bass and dialogue levels, through mic variables, noise and volume, and onto high-level features like Superhuman Hearing and 3D Audio tweakable.
Go into audio settings and the software even lets you start setting values in equaliser profiles, including Game, Chat and Microphone EQ. Rumbles, explosions, vocals, atmospheric effects like wind and leaves, or in-game effects from vehicle engines and more can be prioritised or downplayed as desired. Throw in macro creation, game preset importing and exporting, and 3D audio personalisation and it is a quite simply staggering control system at the user's disposal.
Connectivity to the PC comes courtesy of a small, flat USB dongle, while charging takes place via microUSB to USB cable. The Elite Atlas Aero can also be connected via standard 3.5mm audio jack, too, which means that at least superficially this set could also be used with a games console such as Nintendo Switch. However, it is the wireless PC functionality that you really ring these up for. A small detachable mic completes the package.
In terms of the cups themselves, the Elite Atlas Aero delivers serious punch, and a chunky depth mean that they feel dense and well made both in the hand and on the head. Adjustments for size come from cups sliding up and down the frame arms, while there is a padded, floating headband that sits underneath the metal frame top that makes wearing the headphones comfortable for sizeable gaming sessions.
There are plenty of quality PC gaming headsets on the market today (the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless above delivers an incredible package that technically delivers even more in terms of audio features, though that costs twice this set), however, for the price, which is firmly mid-range, we feel these deliver everything a PC gamer could want in one package and at a very approachable price point.
A comfortable fit and excellent audio performance make the Logitech G635 gaming headset one of the best around.
(Image credit: Logitech)
4. LOGITECH G635 7.1 LIGHTSYNC GAMING HEADSET
Super sound and comfort at an affordable price point
REASONS TO BUY
+Comfortable, tight fit+7.1 surround sound+Customisable LED lights
Today's Best Deals
$99.99
VIEW AT AMAZON
$139.99
View at Dell
See all prices (3 found)
Logitech can usually be relied upon to produce solid pieces of kit, and so it is with the wired G635 headset – 7.1 surround sound audio, Lightsync technology for illuminating your gameplay space, plenty of features and buttons on board the headset itself, and compatibility with PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch... what more could you want?
The headset is really comfy and snug to wear, and produces crystal-clear audio, which is of course the main selling point: you can hear the faintest sound of enemy footsteps, and the headset doubles up as a fine way to listen to music too. The supplied Logitech software lets you customise the lighting if you're connecting it to Windows, and it's a breeze to use.
Ideally we'd like a bit more heft to the hinges on the headphones themselves, and the angular, black design won't be to everyone's taste, but really these are minor drawbacks on what is otherwise an excellent gaming headset – one of the best gaming headsets in the business actually, which is why it earns a spot on our list.
The Astro A50, in its latest guise, is simply stunning and an easy best gaming headset recommendation.
(Image credit: Astro)
5. ASTRO A50 GEN 4
A fine upgrade to one of the best gaming headsets ever made
REASONS TO BUY
+Superior sound quality+Versatile base station+Swappable earpads
Today's Best Deals
$299.99
VIEW AT AMAZON
$299.99
View at Dell
$399
View at Amazon
See all prices (5 found)
The Astro A50 Gen 3 was an excellent gaming headset and the Gen 4 improves on it: it has a more compact base station (the headphones themselves are wireless), the design is now more subtle and refined, and the same great sound is available through these cans, whether you're playing on PC, PlayStation or Xbox One (you do need to pick either Xbox One or PlayStation when you're buying, however).
The Astro A50 feels comfortable on the head, and brings rich and vibrant audio to your ears at any volume – bass, trebles and mids all come through clearly. The earpads are actually removable, so you can swap them out for a different pair if you're looking for a different feel.
You get pretty darn good noise cancellation, too, and the A50 headset packs a real punch in terms of audio reproduction across the board. From dialogue to music to sound effects, everything comes across crisply, and we'd have no reservations about adding this to our gaming setup. Astro is very much gaming headset royalty and this
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