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PowerA LucidSound LS500/P review
The PowerA LucidSound LS500/P gaming headset offers great audio quality and comfort for its affordable price of under $70 USD. While its plastic construction feels somewhat cheap and the microphone is only adequate for basic chat, it excels in delivering a lightweight, long-lasting listening experience suitable for extended gaming sessions on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
The Audeze Maxwell 2 came and went, but now the headset is back again with ANC and a more premium price
Audeze has launched the Maxwell 2 ANC headset, featuring active and adaptive noise cancellation for PC and PlayStation 5, with an Xbox model to follow. This upgraded version is priced at $429/£429, a premium over previous models, and boasts an advanced noise-canceling system designed to preserve positional audio accuracy. The headset is compatible with the Audeze app and retains features like interchangeable earcup covers.
The Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay delivers swappable battery tech at a cheap price, but it's too quiet to be a true SteelSeries competitor
The Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay is a budget-friendly wireless gaming headset featuring swappable battery technology, offering up to 85 hours of playback per battery. Despite its impressive battery life and dual Bluetooth/2.4GHz wireless connectivity, the headset suffers from a quiet sound output, a flimsy build, and an exposed battery design, making it a less compelling option compared to competitors like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless.
I'm mega impressed by this gaming headset's hot swappable batteries, though less so by its price
The Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay gaming headset offers an impressive hot-swappable battery system providing up to 85 hours of use per battery, alongside a versatile design and a high-quality detachable microphone. However, its $230 price point is considered high for its balanced, though not exceptional, audio quality and build. The headset is compatible with PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
My favorite Razer Kraken Kitty headset has never been this cheap, but there's less than 50% left of this…
The Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro wireless gaming headset is currently available at a discounted price of $104.99 on Amazon, its lowest price to date. This deal offers a significant reduction from its $179.99 MSRP, making its triple connectivity options (2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, USB wired) more appealing. The headset is compatible with PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox (wired).
Razer's new cute Cinnamoroll headset is available to pre-order, and this puppy is giving me the cosplay itch
Razer has announced the Cinnamoroll Edition Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT wireless headset, featuring Cinnamoroll's puppy ears and color scheme, making it suitable for cosplay. The headset, priced at $139.99, includes Razer's TriForce audio drivers and Bluetooth connectivity, making it primarily recommended for PC players. A matching gaming chair is also available as part of the Cinnamoroll Edition lineup.
FiiO just launched the FG3, the brand's first-ever gaming headset that only costs $70
FiiO has launched its first gaming headset, the FiiO FG3, priced at $69.99. The headset features a coaxial driver arrangement with 50mm and 16mm dynamic drivers, a 10 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response, and a dual-core DSP chip supporting 192kHz/24bit sampling rates. It offers plug-and-play compatibility with PCs, smartphones, laptops, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
TURTLE BEACH'S STEALTH 500 BRINGS WIRELESS GAMING AUDIO TO THE NINTENDO SWITCH 2
Turtle Beach has announced that its Stealth 500 wireless gaming headset is now officially licensed for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering low-latency 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity. Additionally, the company has released the Atlas 200 wired gaming headset in two new colorways, Seafoam Breeze and Lilac Mist, for PC and consoles.
Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset review: "Turtle Beach's premium pair has the chops to put SteelSeries in the corner"
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset offers impressive sound and microphone quality, along with a versatile Crossplay 2.0 system for multi-platform connectivity. While its premium features and charging dock are notable, the high price point and the need to purchase additional dongles for full functionality make it a purchase best suited for those with split-room gaming setups, and a discount is recommended.
Edifier's new G5 Max wireless gaming headset boasts a 305 battery life, which even puts HyperX cans to shame
Edifier has launched the G5 Max wireless gaming headset, featuring a claimed 305-hour battery life, surpassing competitors like HyperX. The headset includes 53mm titanium-coated drivers, Hi-res audio, Bluetooth 6.0, 2.4G wireless, and THX Spatial Audio+ for PC players. It is compatible with PC, PlayStation 5, and smartphones, with wired USB-C connectivity also available.
Prime Day Deal: Save $63 On The HyperX Cloud III S Wireless Headset
The HyperX Cloud III S Wireless Gaming Headset is available for $116.84, its lowest price ever during Prime Day, offering up to 200 hours of battery life. This versatile headset is compatible with PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, but not Xbox. A separate deal is also available for the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro X headset.
The gaming headset with one of the best microphones in the biz is now only $130
The Logitech G522 Lightspeed gaming headset, praised for its near top-class microphone and sound quality, is now available for $130 on Amazon, representing a significant discount. While the software had some initial issues, the headset offers comfortable construction and a detachable boom mic suitable for streaming.
Sony Inzone H6 Air Wired Open-back Gaming Headset review
The Sony Inzone H6 Air wired gaming headset offers a natural, rich sound thanks to its open-back design and 40mm MDR-MV1 drivers, similar to Sony's studio headphones. While comfortable and lightweight, its microphone picks up significant white noise, and its full potential is best realized on PC with the Inzone Hub software for EQ adjustments. It is recommended for single-player RPG and FPS gamers who prioritize audio quality over wireless features.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 review
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 gaming headset offers improved battery life and wider software support compared to its predecessor, while retaining its comfortable fit and precise audio. It connects wirelessly via 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth to a wide range of devices including PC, consoles, and mobile, and features a retractable ClearCast Gen 2 microphone. Despite a plasticky build and a high price point, its versatility and enhanced features make it a strong contender in the wireless headset market.
Sony Inzone H6 Air review
The Sony Inzone H6 Air gaming headset offers impressive audio quality, comfort, and useful features at a $200/£180 price point. While it excels in immersion and soundstage, its wired-only connectivity and high cost are notable drawbacks compared to wireless alternatives.
It won't be revolutionary for most people, but the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro 2's charging dock button deserves…
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II headset features a charging dock with a notable button that easily releases the battery for hot-swapping, a design praised for its user-friendliness compared to SteelSeries' similar but more cumbersome system. While not a revolutionary feature for most, this small design choice significantly improves the user experience for battery management on gaming headsets.
From budget-friendly pairs to premium-sounding powerhouses: these are my top-rated gaming headset picks for 2026
This article provides a curated list of top-rated gaming headsets for 2026, ranging from budget-friendly options to premium models. The author, GamesRadar+'s gaming headset expert, highlights specific recommendations like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni and discusses potential Prime Day deals on various headsets for platforms including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Steam Deck.
The best Amazon Prime Day 2026 gaming headset deals: I'm hunting down the best-sounding cans for the lowest prices
This guide highlights the best gaming headset deals available during Amazon Prime Day 2026, which runs from June 23 to June 26. The article emphasizes how a quality headset can enhance gaming immersion and overall audio experience for music and other media. It provides links to deals from various retailers and offers advice on what features to look for in a gaming headset.
Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite review: Ultra high-end gaming headsets are here
The Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite gaming headset is priced at $600, positioning it as an ultra high-end option. While expensive, it is suggested to be a suitable choice for professionals who also edit audio and video content.
This wired gaming headset has a clever modular design, but I wish the audio lived up to the looks
The Nacon Rig R5 Spear Max HD gaming headset features a clever modular design and a USB Type-C DAC, offering a step up in material quality. However, its audio performance is heavily tuned for gaming, resulting in a less pleasant experience for music and general use, and the microphone is noted as noisy. Despite its comfortable build and attractive aesthetics, the drawbacks prevent a wholehearted recommendation.
