If you have an Xbox Series X or Series S and need a headset to match, the best option depends on how you play. Wireless headsets with Xbox Wireless Technology can pair directly with your console without a dongle, much like an Xbox controller, so they're convenient if you want a cleaner couch setup. A wired headset can still be the better choice if you don't want to think about battery life or wireless audio delay, but you'll have to live with a cable running to your controller.
Beyond connection type, comfort is key if you play for hours at a time, and a clear microphone matters if you regularly chat with teammates. Extra features like sound customization, channel mixing, Bluetooth support, and swappable batteries can also make a headset more flexible, especially if you use it across your Xbox, phone, and PC. There's no single best Xbox Series X headset for everyone, and below you'll find our picks at various price points.
We've tested over 890 headphones, and below are our recommendations for the best Xbox Series X|S headsets. If you're looking for a headset for another platform, look at our picks for the best gaming headsets, the best gaming headsets for PS5, and the best wireless gaming headsets.
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Best Headset For Xbox Series X/S
Wireless Gaming (In Development)Wired Gaming (In Development)Noise HandlingRecording QualitySee all our test resultsPeaks/DipsThe best headset for Xbox Series X|S we've tested is the Audeze Maxwell 2. It comes in separate Xbox and PlayStation variants, so be sure to get the Xbox version. This headset offers planar magnetic drivers that produce a very balanced sound profile right out of the box, accurately reproducing sound effects, instruments, and dialogue. If you prefer a different sound, you can easily customize it using EQ in the companion app.
These well-built headphones have an improved microphone compared to the original Audeze Maxwell. The originals were no slouch, but the second generation come with an amazing detachable boom mic that keeps your voice sounding natural and intelligible, even in very noisy rooms. And both generations offer low latency over non-Bluetooth wireless and also support multi-device pairing, allowing you to hear audio from your phone, computer, and Xbox simultaneously, as long as you connect via wired USB or analog. If you'd prefer to switch from your Xbox to PC at the press of a button, try the Astro A50 X instead. The A50 X are lighter than the Audeze, and their headband has a greater adjustment range, so you may find them more comfortable. That said, their 17.5 hours of battery life is much worse than the Audeze's 77.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Headset For Xbox Series X/S
Wireless Gaming (In Development)Wired Gaming (In Development)Noise HandlingRecording QualitySee all our test resultsPeaks/DipsUnlike the Audeze Maxwell 2, the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro don't support Bluetooth multipoint, but they offer audio and mic performance that's almost as good as our top pick. Out of the box, the Razer deliver an energetic, V-shaped sound that makes game audio feel immersive and exciting. Explosions and bass-heavy moments have a satisfying impact, while voices remain clear and easy to follow in the mix. Their detachable boom mic captures speech cleanly and does a good job separating your voice from background chatter. However, since there's no built-in microphone, you'll need to keep the boom mic attached if you want to take calls. The companion software offers detailed control over the sound of both the mic and the headphones, with a graphic EQ, a slew of presets, and other ways to customize your gaming experience.
Compared to their predecessor, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2023, the V3 Pro offer a sturdier build and better on-ear controls. You get low latency of 13 ms, a comfortable fit, and approximately 70 hours of battery life, allowing you to go days without charging. They connect via Bluetooth for mobile use, though they don't support multi-device pairing. But they do offer ANC, which does a satisfactory job blocking noise around you, making these headphones useful for gaming in busy areas. They could also serve double duty as your casual use cans from time to time, provided you're happy to carry that boom mic around with you.
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Best Mid-Range Headset For Xbox Series X/S
Wireless Gaming (In Development)Wired Gaming (In Development)Noise HandlingRecording QualitySee all our test resultsPeaks/DipsThe SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless have a shorter battery life than either of our top picks, but they're still the best wireless headset for Xbox Series X|S we've tested at this price point. These headphones lack the versatility of a removable mic and have a shorter battery life than the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, but they're still a solid option at a more affordable price. They sport many well-suited features for gaming, including a wireless dongle that you can use on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation with low latency. They also support Bluetooth, which is great if you want to receive audio from your smartphone while gaming. They last for over 33 hours continuously and have an auto-off timer if you forget to turn them off. The newer SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 (2nd Gen) have improved battery life, but we haven't tested them yet.
The Nova 7X Wireless have an excited sound profile out of the box with extra boom and sizzle that helps emphasize sound effects like explosions and clashing swords. You can fine-tune them using their companion app's customization features. However, you'll need to disable Sonar and strictly use SteelSeries GG if you want your settings to transfer over to this console. Their boom mic does a very good job overall, so your teammates and enemies alike will hear you clearly, even if you're gaming in a noisy living room.
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Best Lower Mid-Range Headset For Xbox Series X/S
Wireless Gaming (In Development)Wired Gaming (In Development)Noise HandlingRecording QualitySee all our test resultsPeaks/DipsIf you want to keep costs down and build quality isn't a priority, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3) is the best Xbox headset that we've tested in the lower mid-range category. It's fully wireless, so unlike our mid-range pick, you can't plug it in when the battery runs out. But that won't be an issue often since it lasts an impressive 85 hours per charge. The included USB dongle provides a low-latency connection, and the fit is comfortable enough for long sessions. The boom mic performs well, too, clearly capturing your voice while minimizing background noise.
Out of the box, the sound is pretty excited, with a boomy bass and a bright, clear treble. For the most part, that suits game audio well as it allows you to hear approaching footsteps easily, and effects like clashing swords remain impactful. Still, if you prefer a different sound profile, you can easily create one using the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app, which offers a graphic EQ and multiple presets. The build feels a bit plasticky, so if you want something sturdier, the HyperX Cloud Alpha S is a great wired alternative with replaceable parts and a bass slider on each ear cup, so you can easily adjust the bass to suit your tastes. That said, it lacks EQ controls, and the mic has a worse recording quality than the Turtle Beach's.
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Best Budget Gaming Headset For Xbox Series X/S
If you're looking for something more budget-friendly for your Xbox, the best headset for Xbox Series S or X we've tested is the Logitech G432. Unlike the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3), these gaming headphones are wired-only and designed with PCs in mind, so their customization features aren't available on Xbox. However, if you're okay with that, their wired design ensures a virtually latency-free gaming experience on Xbox. They have a fairly balanced sound and a flat mid-range that ensures dialogue and instruments reproduce clearly and accurately. That said, they're somewhat prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, so it's essential to take the time to ensure a good fit when using them.
Their boom mic offers excellent overall performance, ensuring teammates have no problem understanding you. At this price point, headphones tend to have simple controls, and these comfortable over-ears only feature a volume wheel and a mic mute function when the mic is flipped up. Their build also feels plasticky and cheap compared to other options. If you want something sturdier, check out the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 instead. They have a significantly more robust build, but their sound profile isn't as balanced, and they're even more prone to inconsistencies in bass and treble delivery.
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Best Open-Back Gaming Headset For Xbox Series X/S
Wireless Gaming (In Development)Wired Gaming (In Development)Noise HandlingRecording QualitySee all our test resultsPeaks/DipsIf you prefer open-backs for gaming, you'll want to check out the Turtle Beach Atlas Air, the best Xbox Series X|S headset with an open-back design we've tested. This enclosure allows audio to leave the ear cups and interact with your environment, creating a more spacious, open, and immersive soundstage than closed-back headphones like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. At the same time, they may not be the best choice if you share your space with others since they leak a lot of audio by design and won't block out any background noise. Consider these if you have a quiet, dedicated space for gaming.
These headphones connect to Xbox consoles over analog, so you won't get wireless audio support on the platform. However, they still support audio and microphone compatibility through your controller, and their wired connection has very low latency. They're also more flexible if you game on multiple platforms, since they support wireless audio and microphone compatibility with PC and PlayStation via their USB dongle. Their boom mic does an impressive job separating your voice from background noise, so your teammates and enemies will hear you clearly, even if you share a room with a loud AC unit. Their sound is bright out of the box, which gives dialogue and effects like clashing swords extra presence, but some players may find them a bit piercing. Fortunately, their companion app includes a graphic EQ and presets, so you can adjust them to your taste.
Notable Mentions
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Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless for Xbox:
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless are high-end gaming headphones with Xbox compatibility. They have a swappable dual-battery pack system to ensure adequate playtime for long gaming sessions. However, they don't last as long continuously, and their sound profile isn't as balanced as that of the Audeze Maxwell 2.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro for Xbox:
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro are wired-only headphones that save you the hassle of charging a battery. They also offer a more comfortable fit for most people than the Audeze Maxwell 2. But the Audeze headphones have much better microphone noise handling, so fellow gamers will more easily hear you against any background noise in your environment.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni:
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni are premium wireless gaming headphones that offer ANC, a wireless hub with multiple connection options, and a swappable battery system that gives them more total battery life than the Audeze Maxwell 2. However, the Audeze have a more balanced default sound,
better build quality, and a superior microphone.
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Xbox Wireless Headset:
The Xbox Wireless Headset is designed specifically for this console and supports Bluetooth. However, its battery life is much shorter than that offered by the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3), and it has much higher latency when connected via its dongle.
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Recent Updates
Jun 29, 2026:
The Drop + Sennheiser/EPOS PC38X are getting hard to find, so the Turtle Beach Atlas Air are our new open-back pick. In the Notable Mentions, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni replace the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite because they offer ANC, a wireless hub, and swappable batteries.
May 06, 2026:
We edited this text for clarity, but haven't changed our picks.
Mar 11, 2026:
The Audeze Maxwell 2 are our new top pick. Their microphone is amazing, and a noticeable step up on the already-impressive performance of the original Audeze Maxwell.
Nov 14, 2025:
Our new upper mid-range pick is the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro for its combination of strong battery life, low latency, and impressive microphone performance. The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3) is our new lower mid-range pick. We also added a reference to the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 (2nd Gen). We also added the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite to our Notable Mentions, but removed the Beyerdynamic MMX 300 (2nd Generation).
Mar 10, 2025:
We haven't changed our picks, but we've checked they're in stock and edited the text for clarity.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think is currently the best gaming headset for Xbox Series X in each price range for most people to buy. 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'd like to choose for yourself, here's the list of all our reviews for headphones that are good for gaming. Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect headphones. Personal taste, preference, and listening habits will matter more in your selection, especially if you don't care about having a microphone or wireless features.