Best Gaming Headsets
Whatever type of player you are, whether you’re a pro gamer or not, you’ll still think about the sound quality you current experience. It may not just be for you but may also be for your teammates and the people near you that hear you.
Gaming headsets are the combination of headphones and microphone all in one device. Different people have different preferences. When you’re choosing a desirable gaming headset, you must consider a lot of things before you buy it.
If you’re a gamer that likes first-person shooter (FPS) or battle royale, wherein the games are loud and full of action, you need to know where the gunshots or explosions come from and know where exactly the locations of your enemies are. In this case, you will need a headset with a surround sound.
Now, if you’re into multiplayer, where communications between you and your teammates’ matter, you’ll need a headset with a high-quality microphone. While if you’re a solo gamer where you don’t interact with others, you might want a headset with a good quality background and atmospheric sounds, so the experience will be more immersive.
Next is to consider the platform. A typical 3.5mm connection will work on most devices, but a USB connection is the choice if you want a cleaner and stronger signal. There are different headsets for different usage, most are versatile but it is best to go to the best choice for your platform.
You should also consider whether you’ll choose the wired one or the wireless one. There’s a little difference between these two in terms of audio quality but most of the time, the wired ones are better and clearer.
Comfort is also a big factor in choosing your headset. Even if you’re a professional gamer, or a streamer, or just a hobbyist, you’ll want and need something that makes you feel comfortable even after hours of usage. You should consider the headband, the ear cups, the materials used for the product and the weight.
Last, of course, is the sound. Stereo, virtual sound and three-dimensional are the common words and phrases you’ll hear when you’re talking about gaming headsets. You should pick the one that is best for you and the one that suits your needs so you’ll be satisfied.
You may also consider the looks and style of the gaming headset you want to buy.
Next is our list of the best gaming headsets available in the market as of now.
1. Razer Blackshark V2 + USB sound card
Razer released these headsets in 2012, but now they just released the remastered Blackshark V2. It almost has everything you want from a headset, outstanding audio, amazing mic clarity, good sound isolation, premium comfort.
Blackshark V2 also offers a huge depth of customization, from the 50mm drivers that allows you to customize and change the tuning for highs, mids and lows. It also has great control on the microphone where you can eliminate background noises so you may be heard loud and clear.
The superior feature that comes with the partnership between Razer and THX is what makes this headset one of the best. It delivers lifelike and realistic 360 degrees of sound, and is also capable of creating your own profile for your games. You can adjust every bit of details of what you hear so it may help you win and enjoy your games.
This headset gives high quality sounds and allows you to feel comfort even after hours of shooting and actions, going on an adventure or just simply watching movies or listening to music. The headset itself is lightweight combined with a memory foam cushion well suited for professional gamers who play for a long time as well as those audiophiles.
Another variant of the Blackshark is V2 X, the brother of V2, which almost has the same features but is cheaper.
2. Logitech Pro X
The Logitech Pro X is the best-looking headset on this list. It has memory foam ear pads, and it was made with steel and aluminum frame covered with soft leatherette. It is designed with the help of gamers for the professional gamers. A perfectly balanced headset in terms of durability, sound, and comfort.
Even after hours of usage, you’ll still feel comfortable due to the lightweight design. The Pro-G 50mm drivers and 7.1 channel gives you an incredible surround sound with realistic audio environment; while the microphone technology makes you feel like you’re in a studio while communicating with others.
The biggest feature proudly presented by this headset is the customization through the G HUB gaming software. There is a huge database of profiles created by other players which you can download and try on your own.
It is a complete package with stylish looks and great sounds created for gamers that may give you edge, in terms of quality sounds, over the other players.
3. Steelseries Arctis 1 Wireless
The special feature of the Steelseries Arctis 1 is its USB-C dongle, which will make Nintendo switch gamers excited just like the other gamers on different platforms that use a 3.5mm cable.
The wireless capability of the Arctis 1 is unpaired. It is the best wireless gaming headset available as of now that allows the wearer to move between rooms without any interruptions.
Following the success of the Arctis 7 and Arctis Pro, having the same excellent speaker drivers, the Arctis 1 provides a more accurate sound than other similar headsets available with the same price. It is also equipped with the Discord-certified detachable mic.
There is not much customization available in this headset compared to the other gaming headset but it is compatible with the engine software of Steelseries. The app is also the only way to check the remaining battery life of your wireless headset.
The only downside of this headset is that the airweave pads, that are too shallow, allow the user’s ears to touch the fabric of the speakers. It also doesn’t do a good job on blocking the exterior sounds compared to a leatherette. But weighing about 254g, and having a slim design, with adjustable headband, durability and comfortability overthrows any minor issue it brings.
If you want a device where you can use both for gaming and for street use, you should consider this Arctis 1 wireless. The price, sound quality and multi-platform versatility of this headset is comparable with other headsets that cost higher.
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- October 8, 2020
