The 6 Best Wireless Gaming Headsets - Fall 2023 Reviews

The best wireless gaming headset we've tested is the Audeze Maxwell Wireless. These feature-packed headphones come in an Xbox or PlayStation variant, so ensure you get the right version for your needs. Their planar magnetic drivers also help them stand out from the rest of the picks on this list, which have dynamic drivers. This allows them to produce a more extended bass, ensure low distortion, and create a more immersive soundstage than dynamic headphones, like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless.

There's a caveat, though: they're pretty heavy due to their drivers, and while they have a ski-band headband to help distribute their weight, they can still cause fatigue over time. Since the headband only has three levels of adjustment, it can also be tricky to get a good fit, and you'll notice a drop in bass delivery if you have thick hair or wear glasses. Out of the box, these headphones have a fairly neutral sound, and you can adjust them to your liking using their companion app's EQ presets.

They last over 77 hours continuously, support Bluetooth, and have low latency, so your audio and visuals stay in sync during the heat of the moment. Also, they come with a removable boom mic and an integrated mic. If you're gaming with others, you'll want to stick with the boom mic, which offers better overall performance, ensuring you're heard clearly, even in noisy environments. Unfortunately, these headphones are hard to find in stock and are back-ordered through some retailers, but they're worth the wait if you don't mind pre-ordering them.

The Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless is the best wireless headset for gaming in the upper mid-range that we've tested. Unlike the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, the Logitech have a more PC-oriented design in mind. If you're a PlayStation gamer, you can use them wirelessly on your console, but they don't have any Xbox support. Still, they have low latency, and the manufacturer advertises 50 hours of playback time, which will easily last through long gaming sessions.

These comfortable over-ears have a neutral sound that you can adjust using their companion software's EQ and presets. You can't access any saved settings away from your PC, though. If you like to game with friends, their boom mic offers an okay recording quality, but it shines in noisy environments. The mic can separate your voice from background sound so you're easily understood.

Unfortunately, unlike the Audeze, you can't use Bluetooth and the wireless dongle simultaneously, so you'll only receive audio from one device via one connection at a time. If you're looking for gaming headphones that are a little more console-friendly, try the Astro A30 Wireless. They come in console-specific variants and even support Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth simultaneously, allowing you to stay connected to your smartphone and console. However, they aren't as comfortable.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless is the best wireless headset for gaming in the mid-range we've tested. Stepping down in price means these headphones won't feel as premium as the Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless. However, they come in three console-specific variants; the 7X variant will give you the most versatility since it's wirelessly compatible with both Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Thanks to their USB dongle, they have low latency, ensuring that your audio and visuals stay in sync during the heat of gameplay.

They even support Bluetooth, so you can stay connected to your PC and console simultaneously, and they last over 33 hours continuously. Their mic offers good overall performance, and teammates will have no problem hearing you clearly, even in noisy environments. Their bass-rich sound profile is also well-suited for action-packed gameplay as they deliver satisfying thump, punch, and warmth. While dialogue and instruments are veiled, you can customize their sound using their companion software's graphic EQ and presets.

Unfortunately, their soundstage isn't very spacious or immersive since they're closed-back. However, this design can help block background noise like ambient chatter and reduce audio bleed. Check out the Razer Barracuda Wireless if you want a slightly cheaper option. They have a longer continuous battery life and more low-bass, but their mid-range isn't as neutral, and their mic isn't as good.

If you want to spend a little less, the Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless are worth a look. These budget-friendly headphones have a simple plastic build, and you can't detach or retract their mic. However, if that doesn't deter you, they have what you need in an affordable pair of wireless headphones, thanks to their low latency via USB dongle and over 35 hours of continuous playback time. Their soundstage also feels open, wide, and natural, creating a more immersive gaming experience.

These over-ears have a well-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box. Although they lack low-bass, they have a bit of extra boom to help emphasize sound effects in your game. Dialogue and instruments also sound clear and detailed. However, the headphones are prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, so it's important to take the time to adjust their fit to your liking. Luckily, they're compatible with Logitech G HUB software, so you can tweak their sound using the graphic EQ and presets.

If you're looking for something that won't break the bank, the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless are the best wireless gaming headphones for cheap. They feel less well-built than our budget pick and lack extra features like a companion app to tweak your audio experience. They also fit a little small, which may make them uncomfortable to wear if you have a bigger head. However, they're still worth checking out, thanks to their lightweight fit and memory foam padding, keeping fatigue at bay during long gaming sessions.

Out of the box, these headphones have a slightly warm sound profile. A touch of extra boomy bass to your mix emphasizes gunshots and explosions. They're well-balanced across most of the rest of the range, ensuring that dialogue and footsteps are present and clear. However, sibilants sound dull, like S and T sounds in dialogue. They leak a lot of audio, so anyone in the room may hear your game at high volumes. Fortunately, these headphones have a nearly 20-hour battery life, lasting several matches without recharging.

If you game in noisy environments, you'll want to check out the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless. Unlike other picks on this list, these headphones have a hybrid casual/gaming design with features that are the best of both worlds. Thanks to their active noise cancelation (ANC) feature, they can block out a great amount of sound, like traffic from an open window and ambient chatter, so you can focus on your audio. With their ANC on, they last over 34 hours continuously.

While they have a wireless USB dongle if you want to game on PC and PlayStation consoles with fairly low latency, they also support Bluetooth, so you can game on your Nintendo Switch or mobile device. Although they're less well-built than the similarly-priced Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless, they fit more comfortably. They also have a neutral sound with a touch of extra bass to help emphasize sound effects in gameplay.

When connected to specific devices, you can access either their PC or smartphone app, and both offer a graphic EQ and presets to help you finetune their sound. For more customization, they support THX Spatial Audio, a virtual soundstage feature that can help immerse you in your audio. That said, they only have an integrated mic, and while it can capture your voice clearly, it has trouble separating speech from loud background noise, which isn't as suitable for multi-player games.