Best wired gaming headsets 2021: plug and play

Date:
Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:34:14 +0000

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Weve rounded up the best wired gaming headsets that work on any device with a 3.5mm headphone jack. They also sound great, too.

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If youre in the market for the best wired gaming headsets available today, youve come to the right place. From headsets that are comfortable to wear for hours on end to the best cans for crushing the competition online, weve
tested and selected the best wired gaming headsets that you can buy right
now.

Even though wireless headphones have taken off in recent years, wired gaming headsets remain incredibly popular for a number of reasons. A wired gaming headset gives you far more flexibility than a wireless pair could ever hope
to achieve (you're not restricted by Bluetooth, needing a dongle, or being unable to connect to specific devices), and microphones tend to sound better than their wireless counterparts, with greater fidelity.

Another advantage that wired headphones often have over their wireless counterparts is that if your device has a headphone jack, your favorite pair of cans will work on it. You also dont need to worry about any audio latency, interference, connection issues, or having to charge your headset after every couple of play sessions, which is a huge relief. Best PS5 headsets : treat your ears Best Xbox Series X headsets : hear the difference PS5 vs Xbox
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Theres a pleasing simplicity to owning a pair of wired gaming headphones, then, but which pair should you choose? While you cant really go wrong with any of the selections weve rounded up below, weve made your purchasing decision a little easier by placing them into certain categories like best
PS5 wired headset. (Image credit: Sony) Best wired headset for PS5

Sony Pulse 3D Wireless Headset Affordable price point Works seamlessly with PS5 Great mic and mic monitoring EQ needs tweaking 12-hour battery life won't last long Not the most comfortable

Yes, even though the Sony Pulse 3D Wireless Headset is a well, a wireless headset, it can also be used wired. You dont need to turn the headset on, either, so if you run out of battery when playing wirelessly it isnt a problem. The microphone also works when connected via the DualSense controllers audio jack, so you really get the best of both worlds with the Sony Pulse 3D Wireless Headset.

Of course, we wouldnt recommend Sonys official PS5 headset if it didnt sound great, but thankfully it does. Its specifically designed to make the most out of the systems 3D audio, and it shows in certain titles like Returnal and Demons Souls. A great option for wired and wireless, then, the Sony Pulse 3D Wireless Headset ticks both boxes for less than $100 / 100.

Read our full Sony PS5 Pulse 3D Wireless Headset review (Image credit: Epos) Best wired headset for Xbox Series X/S

Epos H3 Incredibly comfortable Excellent mic Crystal clear sound Non-detachable mic Awkward volume dial

Microsoft has announced that it will release a wired version of its superb Xbox Wireless Headset, but for now, our pick for Xbox users is the Epos H3. The Epos H3 is one of our favorite wired gaming headsets as its incredibly comfortable, has a crisp and clear audio profile, and comes with an exceptional microphone.

It also hits the sweet spot of being under $100 / 100, though the proprietary 3.5mm headphone cable could be a sticking point if you lose or damage it. Still, there are few wired headphones that can compete with the Epos H3 when it comes to price and performance, and were pleasantly surprised by how comfortable they are every time we put them on our heads.

Read our full EPOS H3 review (Image credit: Corsair) Best wired headset for PC

Corsair HS50 Strong stereo sound Excellent value Mic can be easily misplaced

You dont have to blow your entire budget on a gaming headset to get top-quality sound, as the Corsair HS50 so amply proves. For under $50 / 50, the Corsair HS50 delivers terrific audio, multi-platform compatibility, and
an excellent microphone to boot.

We were particularly impressed by the headsets build quality, which can usually be iffy at this price point. The microphone can also be detached if you wanted to use the Corsair HS50 outside the home, and thanks to its understated design, you wont look like a typical gamer on the go.

Read our full Corsair HS50 review (Image credit: Fnatic) Best esports wired headset

Fnatic React Plus Pinpoint sound accuracy Superb microphone Some build
quality concerns

Having lighting fast reaction times is one thing, but if you cant hear where your opponents are coming from, good luck getting the kill. The Fnatic React Plus will thankfully ensure that youre never caught unawares, however, as
they provide pinpoint sharp sound that lets you determine where every enemy
is hiding.

While the oval earcups wont be for everyone, and we had a few build concerns, the Fnatic React Plus is worth it due to the incredibly clear and detailed sound it provides, choice of leather and fabric earcup pads, and excellent microphone.

Read our full Fnatic React Plus review (Image credit: Beyerdynamic) Best premium wired headset

Beyerdynamic Tygr 300 R Extremely comfortable Impressive audio quality Kind
of expensive

If youre a player who isnt interested in chatting online and simply wants the best sound quality possible, the Beyerdynamic Tygr 300 R might be what youre looking for. The headset features an open-back design, which provides a wider sound stage and great stereo imaging. What that basically means is that your games will sound more atmospheric and immersive than ever before. The Beyerdynamic Tygr 300 Rs are also a great choice for music lovers, something which most gaming headsets dont manage too well.

Read our full Beyerdynamic Tygr 300 Rreview Best PS5 headsets for 3D audio



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