Wireless technologies have greatly improved over time. Consequently, it's now possible to pick a great wireless gaming headset with low enough latency that you're not bothered by the delay when playing your favorite games. If you play multiplayer games, a nice-sounding microphone ensures your teammates and friends can hear you. Some are even Bluetooth-compatible, so you can mix in your music or wait for calls while playing games.
We've bought and tested over 850 headphones, and below are our recommendations for the best wireless headphones for gaming. If you're looking for headsets with a specific gaming system in mind, check out our recommendations for the best PC gaming headsets, the best Xbox Series X/S headsets, and the best PS5/PS5 Pro headsets.
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Best Wireless Gaming Headset
Peaks/Dips7.8Recording Quality7.5Latency - Dongle23 msSports And Fitness6.6Travel6.2Office Work6.7Wireless Gaming (In Development)7.8Wired Gaming (In Development)7.8Audio Reproduction Accuracy6.6Noise Isolation5.2Microphone (In Development)8.3See all our test resultsFrequency Response Consistency5.2Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
The best wireless gaming headphones we've tested are the Audeze Maxwell Wireless. These feature-packed headphones come in different Xbox and PlayStation variants, so be sure to get the right version for your needs. These headphones use planar magnetic drivers and have a have a warm sound profile out of the box. You can also adjust them to your liking with their companion app's graphic EQ or shareable presets. Their planar magnetic design comes with a caveat, though: it makes the headphones heavier. While the Audeze headphones have a ski-band headband to help distribute their weight, wearing them for long periods can still cause fatigue. Their boom mic also performs well overall, ensuring you're heard clearly, even in noisy environments.
As expected from a gaming-oriented product, these Bluetooth-compatible headphones have low latency over their wired and dongle connections, so your game audio and video stay in sync. The headphones also support simultaneous connections with two devices in multiple configurations: via two Bluetooth devices, a device connected via Bluetooth and another connected via dongle, USB wired and Bluetooth, and analog and Bluetooth. That said, device switching conditions and mic prioritization vary per configuration, so it's worth checking out the full review if you need more info.
Looking for a gaming headset with connectivity options like HDMI 2.1 passthrough? Check out the Astro A50 X further down the list!
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Best Upper Mid-Range Gaming Headset
Peaks/Dips7.3Recording Quality8.1Latency - Dongle13 msSports And Fitness7.2Travel7.4Office Work7.5Wireless Gaming (In Development)8.0Wired Gaming (In Development)8.1Audio Reproduction Accuracy7.7Noise Isolation7.1Microphone (In Development)7.8See all our test resultsFrequency Response Consistency5.5Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is the best wireless headset for gaming in the upper mid-range that we've tested. Its slightly V-shaped tuning adds extra rumble and sparkle to your game audio, so explosions have plenty of rumble, and dialogue remains crisp even during hectic moments. And, like most premium gaming headsets, it comes with companion software offering extensive customization options, so if you prefer a different sound, it's easy to set up using the graphic EQ and presets. You can also customize the sound of the detachable boom mic in the app, which is a useful feature.
The lack of a built-in mic means that if you want to take or make calls, you'll need to keep the boom mic on hand. For gamers, that's not much of an issue, but since these headphones also support Bluetooth and come with decent Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), they can double as casual-use headphones, which is where the lack of an integrated mic may sting. Their ANC isn't quite as strong as that offered by the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless, but it's good enough to block out the sound of chatty roommates.
Still, when used for their primary purpose of gaming headphones, these are well worth checking out. Designed with competitive gaming in mind, these headphones improve on the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2023 with sturdier construction and easier-to use on-ear controls. They offer low latency via their wireless dongle and have close to 70 hours of battery life, making them ideal for marathon sessions. That said, while they do support Bluetooth, which is handy when you're away from your console, they don't support multi-device pairing like the more expensive Audeze Maxwell Wireless.
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Best Mid-Range Wireless Gaming Headset
Peaks/Dips7.1Recording Quality7.8Latency - Dongle29 msSports And Fitness6.9Travel6.2Office Work6.5Wireless Gaming (In Development)7.5Wired Gaming (In Development)7.8Audio Reproduction Accuracy7.0Noise Isolation4.7Microphone (In Development)7.7See all our test resultsFrequency Response Consistency4.7Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless is the best Bluetooth gaming headset in the mid-range that we've tested. The drop in price brings with it a bit less stability on your head compared to the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro. However, thanks to its USB dongle, this headset offers low latency, ensuring that your audio and visuals stay in sync during the heat of gameplay. It comes in three console-specific variants; the 7X variant will give you the most versatility, though, since it's compatible with both Xbox and PlayStation consoles, as well as wireless.
This headset even supports Bluetooth, allowing you to connect it to your PC and console simultaneously, and it provides more than 33 hours of continuous use. Its mic offers good overall performance, and teammates can hear you clearly, even in noisy environments. Its excited sound profile is also well-suited for action-packed gameplay as it delivers satisfying thump, punch, and warmth along with plenty of sizzle to cymbals and effects like clashing swords. You can also customize its sound using the companion software's graphic EQ and presets.
Unfortunately, your listening experience won't feel as open due to this headset's closed-back design. However, this 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. The Barracuda has a longer continuous battery life and more low-bass, but its mid-range isn't as neutral, and its mic performance isn't as good.
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Best Lower Mid-Range Wireless Gaming Headset
Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
If you want to spend less, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3) is the best wireless headset for gaming we've tested in the lower mid-range. This wallet-friendly headset has a sleek design, although you can't detach the mic for a more casual look. However, if that doesn't bother you, this headset has what you need for wireless gaming, thanks to its low latency via USB dongle and roughly 85 hours of continuous battery life. You can also connect these headphones to other devices via Bluetooth, though you can't hear audio via the dongle and Bluetooth connections at the same time as you can with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless; that said, pressing the QuickSwitch button on the headset easily toggles between the two sources. The microphone performs very well, even if you're gaming in noisy environments; anyone on the other end of the line will hear you clearly. Plus, flipping up the mic mutes it, which is a nice touch.
These over-ears have an excited sound out of the box, with extra boom and sparkle. Some might find the inflated high-bass a touch muddy, but it can also make sound effects like footsteps feel more immersive. Either way, the extra treble means dialogue sounds present and clear, and you can EQ these cans using their great companion app. Unlike the SteelSeries, you can't use the Turtle Beach wired, but with such a long battery life and the ability to output audio while charging, that's not a huge loss for most gamers. Just make sure to get the variant that works with your gaming platform.
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Best Budget Wireless Gaming Headset
Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation
The Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless are the best budget wireless gaming headphones we've tested. They're relatively bare bones, lacking features our other picks have, like presets and EQs, but they do have low latency, especially when connected via their USB dongle. Unsurprisingly, these headphones aren't as well-built as our more expensive lower mid-range pick, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3), and they're on the small side, so people with larger heads may find them uncomfortable.
However, their lightweight design and memory foam padding mean that if they do fit, they're comfortable enough to wear for extended periods. While their 20-hour battery life can't match the Turtle Beach's 85 hours, the headphones will still get you through a couple of marathon sessions before needing a recharge. Their sound profile is relatively balanced across the mid-range, so dialogue is clear and comprehensible, but they have a slightly bass-heavy sound and reduced highs. This gives them a warmer character and makes in-game effects boomy and immersive, but sibilants like S and T can sound a little dull. Their mic is also okay, but these aren't the best headphones to use in a noisy environment if you want to be understood by whoever you're talking to.
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Best Wireless Gaming Headset With Dock
Peaks/Dips8.1Recording Quality8.6Latency - Dongle29 msSports And Fitness7.0Travel5.7Office Work5.9Wireless Gaming (In Development)8.1Wired Gaming (In Development)6.6Audio Reproduction Accuracy8.0Noise Isolation2.5Microphone (In Development)7.4See all our test resultsFrequency Response Consistency8.3If you're looking for a stationary headphone solution for your gaming cave, look no further than the Astro A50 X. This headset is a one-stop shop for multi-console setups, thanks to its abundant connectivity options. The dock features two paired HDMI 2.1 inputs that support up to 24-bit audio and 4k @ 120Hz video passthrough, along with three USB-C inputs if you prefer to route your console video directly to your display. You can also connect a Bluetooth device to the dock and take advantage of simultaneous audio, blending Discord voice chat or your Spotify gaming mix from your phone with game audio from your selected wired device.
By default, the A50 X have a balanced sound profile, so explosions and exposition are reproduced by the headphones without issue. That said, you can also customize their sound to your taste through their companion app on your phone or PC. Speaking of customization, you can also adjust the microphone's EQ and set noise gates, though it sounds amazing stock. Compared to our top pick, the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, there are some downsides, though; the Astro's microphone struggles a bit more when separating your voice from background noise, and you can't use them in any way without their dock, which can be pretty limiting if you want to go for a stroll while listening to some music. That said, the Astro are more comfortable to wear thanks to their lighter weight and clamping force.
If you're looking for a display to round out your gaming setup, check out our picks for best gaming TVs and best gaming monitors.
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Best Wireless Earbuds For Gaming
Peaks/Dips7.8Recording Quality6.5Latency - Dongle48 msSports And Fitness8.2Travel7.5Office Work7.0Wireless Gaming (In Development)7.2Wired Gaming (In Development)5.8Audio Reproduction Accuracy7.5Noise Isolation7.3Microphone (In Development)6.0See all our test resultsFrequency Response Consistency8.5Console Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
If you prefer earbuds to over-ears, look no further than the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds. They have a wireless USB-C dongle for a low-latency gaming experience on various platforms, and they also support Bluetooth for when you want to use them with your phone. We tested the PlayStation version, which is compatible with PC, PlayStation, and most handheld consoles, but the earbuds also have a dedicated Xbox version.
They have a balanced sound profile out of the box, with a good amount of thump, boom, and sparkle. They also come with comprehensive EQing options; the app gives you access to plenty of included presets tailored for specific games and uses, as well as parametric or graphic EQs. Thanks to their small size, they're a portable and flexible pick if you don't want to invest in both a pair of earbuds and a wireless headset.
Plus, you can securely store their dongle in their clamshell case, making them a great option if you're on the go. On the other hand, because they fit in your ears, your listening experience won't resemble a stereo speaker setup very much, and the earbuds' battery life of just over eight hours can't compete with any of the other picks on this list on a single charge. Fortunately, they support virtual speaker modeling to help simulate a sense of distance, and their case comes with three extra charges.
If you plan on gaming in a noisier environment, consider the ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova. While both the ASUS and SteelSeries have ANC systems, the ASUS' performs better across most frequencies and scenarios, handling airplane noise and kitchen chatter while you're immersed in a cinematic cutscene. That said, the ASUS are less comfortable and not as stable as the SteelSeries. If you're tired of heavy headsets, live in a hot environment, or generally want to free your ears, these wireless earbuds can solve those issues, as long as you're not a marathon gamer. Check out the rest of our picks for the best earbuds for gaming.
Notable Mentions
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Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless:
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless are high-end gaming headphones with a wireless dock station to recharge one of their two swappable battery packs, and they have ANC to help reduce background noise while gaming. However, unlike the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, the Turtle Beach headphones are wireless-only, and their mic performance is a bit worse.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite:
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite is a premium gaming headset built for flexibility and high-end performance. It offers impressive connectivity, supporting up to four devices through the dock and two simultaneous Bluetooth connections, making it ideal for gamers who switch between platforms. It also has ANC, which outperforms the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, albeit at a much higher price.
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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless:
The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless usually cost around the same price as the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless, but they can be hard to find in stock online. They stand out from the pack due to their outstandingly long continuous battery life of over 300 hours, getting you through a whole tournament without needing a recharge. However, they lack extra bells and whistles like Bluetooth support and can't be used wired.
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Razer Kaira Pro Wireless:
The Razer Kaira Pro Wireless are gaming headphones that are available in either PlayStation or Xbox variants, the latter of which are more popular and support Xbox Wireless with low latency. Both models also support Bluetooth, and you can hear audio via the dongle and Bluetooth connections simultaneously. However, their continuous battery life is shorter than that of the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3).
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Recent Updates
Nov 18, 2025:
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro are our new upper mid-range pick for their impressive mic performance and ultra-low-latency wireless dongle connection. We removed the ANC pick, so the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless are now an alternative to the BlackShark V3 Pro. In our Notable Mentions, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite replace the SteelSeries Arctis 7+ Wireless.
May 23, 2025:
We've overhauled the article and shifted some of our picks around. Notably, we replaced the Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed True Wireless with the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds due to their exceptional value, and we added the Astro A50 X in a new category for the 'Best Wireless Headset With Dock.'
Mar 11, 2025:
We haven't changed our picks, but we've updated the text throughout, bringing it into line with changes made as part of Test Bench 1.8.
Jan 09, 2025:
We've verified this article to ensure that our text is still accurate and that our picks are still in stock. There hasn't been a change in our recommendations.
Oct 28, 2024:
We added a console compatibility notice at the top of each pick to help gamers better identify the headset that best fits their needs. Besides that, we made only minor edits to the text for clarity.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best gaming headsets with a wireless design to buy for most people in each price range. We factor in the price (cheaper headphones win over pricier ones if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no headphones that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to choose for yourself, here is the list of all our reviews for wireless headphones, ranked by their suitability for wireless gaming. Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect headphones, and your personal taste, gaming preference, and playing style will matter more in your selection.