A good quality headset can do wonders. You’ll hear everything far more precisely, and the added intensity provides a greater sense of atmosphere in your PC gaming world. Plus, they offer a great way for hanging out with friends virtually! However, picking up a headset that suits your games, your station and also any other consoles like your PlayStation or Xbox can be tough.
Our guide looks at the most vital aspects, such as sound, compatibility, and microphone functions. Whether you’re looking for a wireless headset that'll allow you to jump for joy when you’ve won or a budget wired option under £50, our top 10 from Amazon and Argos has a perfect match for everyone. Moreover, we have partnered with video game blogger Benjamin Titmus for reviewing and fact-checking the article so that we can deliver you the best information.
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Features | Good Looking, Great Functionality, With All the Extras | Built for FPS Titles That Require Complete Situational Awareness | A Multi-Award Winning Wireless Headset | Make Yourself a Hero With Superhuman Hearing | The Best Budget PC Headset | Add a New Layer to Your Gaming With Haptic Feedback | A Brilliant Mid-Range Product With an Extra Crisp Microphone | An Ideal Option for Those Wanting a Bass-Heavy Headset | A Beginner Headset With Cool LED Lights | Sturdy, Durable and Comfortable |
Price | £136.98 | £115.00 | £96.44 | £129.99 | £39.99 | £129.99 | £109.99 | £59.99 | £18.69 | £129.00 |
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, VR, mobile devices | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices | PC, PS4/5 | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, mobile devices | PC, Mac, Xbox One, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One (wireless) Nintendo Switch, mobile devices (wired) | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, VR | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One | PS4/5, PC, Xbox One, Nintendo 3DS, PSP, tablet, mobile devices | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One |
Sound Style | Surround sound | Surround sound | Surround sound | Surround sound | Stereo sound | Surround sound | Surround sound | Surround sound | Stereo sound | Stereo sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wireless (20 hours battery life) | Wired | Wireless (24 hours battery life) | Wireless (20 hours battery life) | Wired | Wireless (24 hours battery life) or wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable | Mute control, noise cancellation | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable | Noise cancellation, mute control, retractable | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable | Mute control, noise cancelling | Mute control |
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Although almost all headsets work with Windows, MacOS and Linux operating systems, it's wise to check the specifics. You wouldn't want to be caught out for having not read the description.
On top of this, if you use consoles other than your PC for gaming, say, you like a cheeky session on the PS4 or Xbox from time to time, then it could be worth considering a headset that is compatible with other platforms.
You won't need to fork out multiple headsets to use on different platforms, so this could save you a bit of money, which means more cash for games – score!
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First up is stereo sound. The speakers within these headsets work by utilising two single channels, left and right. Though they aren't completely immersive, if you like playing simpler PC games that don’t require a cinematic, dynamic experience, such as Minecraft, racing games, or children's games, they'll do the job perfectly well.
Headsets that use stereo sound also tend to be a wee bit cheaper, so if you’re on a tight budget then this is a good way of keeping costs down. Stereo headsets are ready to plug straight into the k audio jack and don't require any additional setup, meaning you can crack on with gaming straight out of the box.
For a more immersive experience, surround sound is the way to go. This style of headset has numerous speakers in each ear that provide a full 360-degree soundscape, but this extra tech does make them slightly more expensive, although there are more affordable options nowadays than in previous years.
You'll want to make sure that the games you play can make use of the surround sound technology. While many AAA games and competitive multiplayer titles will have fully dynamic surround sound, many indie titles will only have a stereo output.
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Wired PC headsets are often a little cheaper than wireless options and they'll never run out of juice, so you can rest assured you’ll always be able to communicate with your teammates in-game. You will have limited movement and the extra wires can clutter up a desk.
On the other hand, wireless headsets give you the freedom to play from wherever you can see the screen. Even if you were talking to friends and wanted to nip downstairs for a drink, you’d be able to keep on chatting! The only downside is that they'll need regular charging so we’d recommend a headset that has around 15-hour battery life.
While there are many microphone features, we’ve picked the 3 we find most useful. Noise cancellation is ideal if you live on a busy street or your PC is in a shared space, as it'll reduce any background interference and focus the mic to pick up only what is spoken into it, therefore giving your voice more clarity.
If you do share your house with others, you can sometimes be drawn into a conversation that's irrelevant to your game, and that you don't want others listening in to. This is where a mute feature can come in handy, which turns on either by moving the mic to an upright position or via a button on one ear cup.
We also think a detachable or retractable microphone is a good idea if you plan on using your headset to listen to music or podcasts outside the comfort of your own home. Trust us, it’ll save you some awkward glances.
This ranking has been compiled by the writing team at mybest UK via careful evaluation of the points made in the buying guide and thorough research of each product and comparing multiple verified customer reviews across the EC sites used.
£136.98
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, VR, mobile devices |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wireless (20 hours battery life) |
Microphone Functions | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable |
£115.00
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable |
£96.44
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5 |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wireless (24 hours battery life) |
Microphone Functions | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable |
£129.99
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, mobile devices |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wireless (20 hours battery life) |
Microphone Functions | Mute control, noise cancellation |
£39.99
Compatible With | PC, Mac, Xbox One, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices |
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Sound Style | Stereo sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable |
£129.99
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One (wireless) Nintendo Switch, mobile devices (wired) |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wireless (24 hours battery life) or wired |
Microphone Functions | Noise cancellation, mute control, retractable |
£109.99
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, VR |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Mute control, noise cancellation, detachable |
£59.99
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One |
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Sound Style | Surround sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Noise cancellation, mute control, detachable |
£18.69
Compatible With | PS4/5, PC, Xbox One, Nintendo 3DS, PSP, tablet, mobile devices |
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Sound Style | Stereo sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Mute control, noise cancelling |
£129.00
Compatible With | PC, PS4/5, Xbox One |
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Sound Style | Stereo sound |
Wired/Wireless | Wired |
Microphone Functions | Mute control |
Written and researched by Lewis Clark
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