The 6 Best PS4 Gaming Headsets - Spring 2021 Reviews

The SteelSeries Arctis Pro is the best PS4 wireless headset that we've tested. These comfortable wireless gaming headphones have a premium design that should accurately reproduce sound effects like footsteps or voices in gameplay. Thanks to their wireless USB transmitter, they have low audio latency. They also support Bluetooth, so you can chat with friends or listen to audio on your smartphone while you game.

Once you adjust their fit to your head, their default sound profile is well-balanced enough for most audio genres. Their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets if you prefer a different sound, and there are even features to boost their bass or enhance dialogue clarity. You can access customization features directly from their wireless USB transmitter, recharge their additional battery, channel mix, or adjust the volume too. These headphones also have an excellent retractable boom microphone, so your voice sounds clear and full-bodied, even if you're talking in a noisy setting.

That said, their ski-band elastic headband can fit a bit tight for users who have large heads. This design also makes them very prone to inconsistent audio delivery, and you may especially experience a drop in bass if you have thick hair or glasses. Still, if you're looking for a customizable audio experience with a comfortable design and an excellent mic, they're a suitable choice. They're even among the best gaming headsets that we've tested.

The best wired PS4 gaming headset that we've tested are the SteelSeries Arctis Pro GameDAC. These headphones have a digital to analog converter (DAC) called the GameDAC, which allows you to connect to your PS4 via wired USB connection and adjust your controls on the fly. You can also plug their 1/8" TRRS cable directly into your console's controller if you prefer an analog connection.

These comfortable headphones have a fairly neutral sound profile once you take the time to adjust their fit. If you like to tweak their sound, you can switch EQ presets on the fly using the GameDAC or create your own EQ using the companion software's graphic EQ. While we don't currently test the performance of their virtual soundstage features, they have DTS surround support and a simple speaker modeling feature, which may help better localize sound effects like footsteps while you game. Their boom mic does a good job of recording your voice, even in noisy environments.

Unfortunately, due to their unique ski-band headband design, they're very prone to inconsistent bass and treble delivery, so you need to take the time to adjust them properly to get a more consistent sound each time you use them. Like many gaming headphones, they also struggle to block out background noise around you, which could be bothersome if you're gaming in a loud environment. That said, these wired over-ears deliver a well-rounded performance that should please most gamers.

The Logitech G432 Gaming Headset is the best budget PS4 gaming headset that we've tested. These wired headphones offer a customizable audio experience as they're compatible with Logitech G HUB software. This software offers an adjustable mic and sidetone levels as well as a graphic EQ and presets. You can even save your own EQ presets, which is a nice touch.

Their boom mic offers an excellent overall performance so your voice sounds clear and detailed, even if you're talking in a noisy environment. Although they lack a bit of low-bass out-of-the-box, their mid-range is neutral enough to reproduce dialogue accurately. They also have a comfortable fit with spacious ear cups, so you shouldn't feel too much fatigue during long gaming marathons. You can use them with either their 1/8" TRRS cable or with their USB-A adapter with full audio and mic compatibility on PS4, too.

Unfortunately, they have very limited controls as you can only adjust volume and mute the mic by flipping it upward. They're also prone to inconsistent audio delivery, and you may especially notice a drop in bass if you thick hair or wear glasses. Still, if you're shopping for PS4 headphones on a budget, they offer a decent gaming performance that can be customized to your liking.