The Best Gaming Headsets 2026 Level Up Your Gameplay And Enhance Your Audio Experience

The Logitech G Pro X Lightspeed is our pick for the best overall gaming headset, as well as the best wireless gaming headset. It's solid across the board, compatible with plenty of devices, and built to last. Made from durable aluminium and steel, it's bulky, but intentionally so. This headset is a smart investment that won't need replacing in a year's time. Memory foam earpads also provide additional comfort.

The Logitech G Pro X Lightspeed also doesn't disappoint when it comes to specs. The 50mm drivers deliver rich audio with a refined sense of bass, which, combined with the object-based surround sound, makes it easy to pick out each individual sound as you play. The microphone can use filters for better voice clarity and is detachable. The 20-hour battery is respectable, although other options below may be a better fit if your gaming sessions tend to last longer than you'd intended.

We're also very fond of the wireless range. The distance offered by headsets that use USB receivers is often fairly limited, restricting how far you can spread your setup. However, the G Pro X stretches to 15 metres – ideal for those who want to game on the couch with a console connected to a TV.

For a comparable headset, we have tested the Logitech G522 and would consider it another contender for the best overall.

Another Logitech headset, although this one is on the budget-side. What stands out to us as the core strength of the G321 is its lightweight and comfortable design. When you're gaming for hours at a time, sweaty ears are a concern, but the breathable material of this model help alleviate that.

The 21mm memory foam ear cups are very comfortable and put little pressure on your ears or head, so you won't be distracted from your game and need to readjust them. The headband is also padded with memory foam, ensuring it doesn't cause any discomfort either. We find that not all headsets account for that, so we highly appreciate it here. Adjusting the size and fit is easy too, and the elasticity means it fits most head sizes.

We're always fond of a flip-to-mute mic and that rings true for the G321. When you don't need to communicate you can keep the mic out of the way, but even when you do bring it down to talk, it's small and unintrusive.

The 20-hour battery life is okay, but we found ourselves having to recharge it quite often. Even so, it never ran out of charge completely on us, as keeping it topped up is no trouble.

For a budget-friendly headset, consider the JBL Quantum 100M2. While the 40mm drivers don't pack the same punch as more premium options, this is still a reliable and proficient gaming headset. The sound quality is by no means underwhelming, with only the bass likely to be a noticeable difference for many.

One of the best aspects of this headset is its compatibility. If your gaming device has a 3.5mm audio jack, this will work with it. This makes it the perfect headset for anyone who plans to play multiplayer games across multiple consoles.

We also like the sleek, minimalist design. It doesn't have the RGB gaming aesthetic, so if you need a headset for work, it could also double as the perfect accompaniment to that unnecessary meeting you were tempted to decline. Finally, the slim build makes this a lightweight headset that won't weigh you down, especially with the mic detached.

When seeking a headset for a PlayStation, it makes sense to look to Sony. The INZONE H5 has a lot to like for a console gamer. There's very low latency (even when used wirelessly), so you'll rarely notice a delay between what you hear and see. Combine that with the spatial audio, and you can easily react to anything in-game.

You can flip the mic out of the way when not in use, but it does offer some clever technical trickery when required. The ability to isolate your voice from background noise is a huge win. If you've ever tried to chat online while construction is happening outside your window, you'll know how convenient a feature like this is.

The noise control is interesting. Rather than being in one easy-to-reach place, the functions are spread across the headset. Flipping the mic up mutes it, the left ear has a section to adjust volume, and the right ear lets you tweak the balance between game and chat audio. These are nice features, but we much prefer the convenience of all audio controls being confined to a single area.

Another strength of the INZONE H5 is its battery life. A potential 28 hours is already plenty for a gaming headset, but it's also swift to charge. About 10 minutes of charge result in three extra hours of play, so keeping it topped up from time to time will see the battery life last a long while.

Aside from looking very nice, the OXS Storm G2 has several appealing features. Most notable is its different equaliser modes. You can change between 7.1 virtual surround sound, game mode, and music mode. The first two modes are great for gaming, and we appreciate that music mode is handy for when we want to unwind and watch shows and videos.

The earcups have memory foam padding, making them as comfortable as the others discussed here. But what gives it an edge in terms of comfort is that the OXS Storm G2 is designed to put less pressure on your head through a lightweight design and adjustable headband. Some headsets can feel tight and stuffy to wear for a while, but not this one.

Our favourite way to use this headset is with its USB receiver. This method has minimal latency, so what you see and hear syncs up very well. The mic quality is a little less than what we like, but the other aspects of the OXS Storm G2 make up for this.

Alternatively, there's the OXS Storm A2. We've also hands-on tested this headset, and were impressed by its virtual surround sound EQ and the Bluetooth 5.4 connection.

If you need a headset for your current Xbox or future ROG Xbox Ally, check out the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. The considered design prioritises convenience without detracting from great audio. The microphone is comparable to those of many other solid headsets, but rather than being detachable, it retracts into the headset. That means no delays in starting a campaign because you've misplaced your mic.

The ease of use is also evident in the onboard controls. These make the volume and settings of the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 easy to adjust. We welcome anything which helps ensure that gaming isn't disturbed by a struggle to find the mute button.

The earcups are adjustable, and the band is flexible, so getting comfortable with the headset is no hassle either. This will be of particular interest if you're likely to share your headset with someone else. However, with the same thing in mind, you might prefer other sets from this list if you need one with wireless capability.

Corsair makes excellent gaming gear, and the Corsair VOID v2 is no exception. The sound specs are brilliant, with 50mm custom-tuned drivers complemented by Dolby Atmos. It's a feature found in many of the best TVs and soundbars, so to find it in a headset which is under £100 is great. Whether listening out for specific sound effects or just taking in a sweeping soundtrack, it will elevate your gaming experience.

The battery life is also a standout, far exceeding the norm for headsets. A potential 70 hours when fully charged, plus a fast charge feature, will keep you gaming for longer.

We have mixed feelings about the controls and customisation. While we love that you can switch between 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth with just a press, we're less keen on the fact that you need Corsair iCUE to tweak the lighting and EQ.

We appreciate the reliability of a wired headset, which is why we like the Razer BlackShark V2 X. The cable doesn't get in the way, although it's a shame that the mic's not detachable. Still, the physical design is superb, especially the earcups. It's the familiar over-ear design, but the cups form a tighter seal than other headsets, making the passive noise cancellation more effective.

The BlackShark V2 X has an interesting set of Triforce drivers. These help to capture higher and lower frequencies, so high-pitched sounds and bassy booms will be clear and distinct.

It's also nice to have 7.1 surround sound included. We go into more detail about this in our guide to the best surround sound headphones, but what it means for users of the Razer BlackShark V2 X is a greater sense of the audio position. This is an advantage for shooter games like Call of Duty or Battlefield, which help you get the jump on approaching enemies, or any others that reward listening out for footsteps.

The Corsair Virtuoso focuses on making its detachable mic as good as possible. It's omnidirectional, so will pick up your voice clearly without any issue, and is also crisp and clear.

This is another headset with Dolby Atmos for added immersion, and the Virtuoso's frequency range also enhances the sound quality. We consider it acceptable for a gaming headset to have a range of 20Hz to 20kHz, but the range here goes up to 40kHz, pushing it well ahead of the pack and meaning high-pitched sounds are not obscured.

Like many other headsets we've discussed here, the Corsair Virtuoso has memory foam earcups. However, they're not the thickest, so if comfort is number one on your wish list, you might prefer a different model.

The ASUS ROG Delta II combines excellent audio quality, a long-lasting battery, and a practical, ergonomic design into one headset. The D-shaped earcups are a little unusual, but we love the onboard controls. You can connect to two different audio sources with this headset, and each ear has its own scroll wheel to allow you to adjust the volume independently.

The ROG Delta II has one of the best battery lives we've seen on a headset. At upwards of 110 hours, there's zero risk of it running out of power mid-session. Given that, you might assume that charging will take an age, but it only takes around 15 minutes to get 11 hours of playtime.

With its 50mm drivers, the ROG Delta II can produce a well-balanced soundscape, with virtual 7.1 surround sound to further enhance the audio experience.

The HyperX Cloud III features a 10mm noise-cancelling microphone that clearly picks up your voice, but what sets it apart from other headsets is that this mic has its own pop filter. Sharp noises can be annoying, and often headset mics have a foam head to reduce them, but the pop filter on the Cloud III means it is much more effective (and it looks good too).

It's also quite a durable headset. It has a well-built steel and aluminium frame that prevents it from being easily damaged. The highlight for us, however, is the cable. Wired headsets meet their end when the cable becomes faulty, but the one on the Cloud III is wonderfully robust without being unwieldy.

Even with a focus on durability, the comfort factor is not forgotten. The earcups are made from memory foam and leatherette, so they should provide ample padding. That said, they are a little small, so some might find these headphones to be slightly on-ear rather than over-ear.