The 6 Best Wireless Gaming Headsets - Fall 2020
Reviews

The best wireless gaming headset that we've tested so far is the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless. These well-built headphones offer a lot of customization features thanks to their dedicated wireless transmitter, making it easy to adjust and tweak your audio experience. When every moment counts, its transmitter also provides a very low latency wireless connection, so you don't have to worry about audio delay.

They're comfortable for multi-hour gaming sessions, and you can connect your mobile devices to them via Bluetooth so that you can mix music or team chat while you're playing. Their microphone also does a very good job of reproducing voices, even in noisy environments like gaming tournaments, and your teammates (or enemies) should hear you clearly. You're never out of the game too long due to low battery life, as these headphones come with two swappable batteries. One battery can be charged in the wireless transmitter while you're using the other one, and you can easily switch them out as you need.

Unfortunately, they don't isolate noise well and are better suited for quiet spaces. They also have a poor frequency response consistency, which means you may not hear the same audio reproduction each time you wear them due to fit, seal, and position. You can even noticeably lose bass if there's a gap in the seal of the ear cups, like if you wear glasses or have thick hair. However, the transmitter has a built-in graphic EQ so you can really customize the sound to suit your needs.

The best wireless headset for Xbox One that we’ve tested so far is the Astro A50 Gen 4 Wireless 2019. These wireless gaming headphones are very well-built and feel comfortable enough to wear all day, while their 17.5-hour battery life should cope with several long gaming sessions without too much of a hassle. They come with a charging dock that doubles as a relay for low-latency wireless communication with your console, so you shouldn't experience much in the way of noticeable audio delay.

Their default sound profile is well-balanced but can be further adjusted through a graphic EQ or audio presets in their dedicated companion app. It also contains some virtual surround sound configuration options that generate a fairly immersive listening experience when combined with their spacious soundstage. Their boom microphone does a good job of making your voice sound full-bodied and mostly clear of background noise.

On the downside, they're quite bulky, let in quite a bit of ambient noise, leak a lot of audio, and can only be used with their docking station, so they're best suited for a dedicated gaming setup in a quiet room. With that in mind, these are a good choice if you're looking for a pair of premium gaming headphones, as they're among the best Xbox One headsets that we've tested.

The Logitech G533 Wireless Gaming Headset is the best wireless gaming headset that we've tested in the budget category to date. These comfortable over-ears can be used wirelessly with your PC or your PS4, and they don't have a lot of latency. Their 17-hour continuous battery life is ideal for long gaming sessions.

Overall, they have a slightly bass-heavy sound profile that lets you feel the deep rumble and thump from explosions and action-packed scenes. If you like a different sound, there's a graphic EQ available via the G HUB companion software. Using this software, you can also adjust the microphone settings, map the controls, and access a 7.1 virtual surround sound mode.

On the downside, these headphones don't isolate a lot of background noise, and they leak a lot of sound, but this shouldn't matter if you're gaming in a quiet environment. Like many similar gaming headsets, their audio delivery isn't very consistent, so you may get a different sound depending on their fit, seal, and positioning on your head. However, if you're looking for a more affordable gaming headset with lots of features, these headphones are a solid choice.