Which Gaming Headset Is Right For You?

When you’re playing a game, a gaming headset separates what you hear from your surroundings. This way, the noise of your kids asking you to help with their science project or the sound of someone vacuuming can’t distract you from beating your latest high score. But the best headsets do a lot more than just isolate you from the noise around you. They also provide you with audio quality that can make the difference between winning and losing.

Most headphones for gamers will be wireless and have some kind of USB connection that works with your computer or console. But headsets can be a little more complicated than that, as they often work with multiple different platforms and may require a proprietary dongle to connect with your device.

Fortunately, most consoles and PCs now come with built in spatial audio that works with any headset. There’s Dolby Atmos, DTS:X 2, Windows Sonic and other options. These built in standards can offer a more immersive experience than the virtual surround features offered by many headsets.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless blew our competition away with a premium look and unmatched audio quality. The only drawback is that it doesn’t have a volume control on the headset itself, so you’ll need to remember to use your PC to change your audio. The Audeze iSine Pro is another great choice, as it’s available in variants for Xbox and PlayStation. The Xbox version can connect to both consoles and your PC, but any changes made in its companion app won’t be applied to the PlayStation version of the headset. gaming headset