15 best PC gaming headsets 2017

With all the buzz surrounding graphics and controls, it’s understated how integral it is to have only the best gaming headset for your rig. Even if they can’t all keep up with the premium, hi-fi sound of AudioTechnica’s ATH-ADG1X Open Air, the best gaming headsets pride themselves on finding an acceptable balance between quality and price.

The top PC gaming headset offers the mic and over-the-ear cans needed to more effectively coordinate with allies and take down enemy bases. Some, like the Razer Thresher Ultimate even work with consoles in addition to your PC rig. And with high-end functionality such as virtualized 7.1 surround sound as well as 5.8GHz wireless tech, you’ll be good to go.

Of course, since you don’t want to blow your life savings on a headset, we’ve covered a wide range of gaming headsets, each with their own unique specs and price tags. Whether you can only spare enough for the VR-tailored Turtle Beach Stealth 350VR or you don’t mind shelling out for the prosumer-grade Asus ROG Centurion 7.1, you can trust that this guide has you covered.

Quick and easy to set up using a wireless USB receiver that stores inside the headset for transportation, the Razer ManO'War is a user-friendly unit primed for surround-sound gaming. Sure, it's a little chunkier than most other headsets, but two soft leatherette ear cups make it comfortable to wear for extended periods. And, with Chroma RGB lighting customizable through Razer Synapse, it even looks snazzy to observers.

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Neglecting all the unwritten rules of fashion, the ROG Centurion 7.1 is a spectacle to behold. Though it’s a living hellscape to set up, this gaming headset delivers both extreme looks and an unruly knack for emitting crystal clear sound waves. The Asus ROG Centurion 7.1 not only bolsters full-fledged surround sound passthrough for an external set of speakers, but its set of onboard amp controls give you complete power, even if there’s a steep learning curve.

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If you're more interested in the sounds coming out of your gaming headset rather than glowing LEDs, macro keys and other gratuitous extras, then the V-MODA Crossfade Wireless is the headset for you. Its stylish cans are a treat for the ears, booming with sound that's bass-heavy with fantastically crisp treble at the other end. Stepping out of the soundscape, the V-MODA Crossfade Wireless is comfy and spacious too, what with its memory foam earcups.

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We called the original Astro A50 a "game-changing, experience-enhancing headset," and thankfully its wireless successor follows the "if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it" rule. Astro's latest headset does what it says on the tin and adds wireless connectivity to an already stellar package. Not only is it ready to rock with your PC, but with PS4, Xbox One and legacy consoles as well – a headset that’s robust and versatile.

Following in the footsteps of the already impressive Siberia 800, the upgraded Sibera 840 is pro-Bluetooth, anti-lag and all about personalization. With the SteelSeries Engine 3 app, you can customize everything from equalizer settings to what you want shown on the OLED screen of the accompanying base unit. All of that is, of course, secondary to the Siberia 840's sound qualities which are nothing less than sublime. 

With VR headsets like the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift making their way into PC gamers' rooms, specially-designed audio headsets for virtual reality were bound to follow. The Turtle Beach 350 Stealth VR is one of the most flexible out there, featuring a generous amount of adjustability thanks to its sturdy headband which can fit over the top of VR headsets worn on even the biggest heads.

Unlike some of its competitors, SteelSeries stresses subtlety in its headset designs. The Arctis continues this trend by flaunting sound quality and comfort over gaudy appearances. When you pop an Arctis on your head, the goal is for, say, your stream audience to see a professional environment rather than a Dorito stain on your chair. The customizable lighting gives you plenty of wiggle room, too, in case the whole monochrome look isn’t your thing. 

Arguably one of the most affordable gaming headsets available today, the HyperX Cloud Stinger is designed to give players eSports quality audio at a bargain. While there isn't much to write home about with the red on black plastic design of the headset, 50mm directional drivers make the stereo superb. That goes without mentioning the noise-cancelling mic, which aims to keep your obnoxiously loud background music where it belongs: in the background.

More affordable than Sennheiser's flagship PC 373D while still packing an audible punch, the GSP 350 carries over that headset's stellar 7.1 Dolby surround sound and closed ear cup design. The headset uses a closed-back design and totes a noise-cancelling microphone that mutes breathing sounds by default. If you like the look of Sennheiser's flagship gaming headset but can't quite stomach the price, the GSP 350 is the “lite” version.

Logitech's flagship gaming headset can be recognize by its cup-mounted G-keys that provide handy shortcuts to performing actions in-game. And, if you're fed up of round ear-cups on headsets then you'll appreciate its large and comfortable ear-shaped ones. At the same time, Logitech has run a multi-colored lighting strip all the way down the ear-shaped cup rather than placing a flashing logo on the side, albeit at the cost of a potentially better battery life.\

Capable of exuding first-pumping bass that’s powerful without muddying the mix, the Corsair Void RGB is a near-perfect blend of style and function, letting you configure its lighting colors using Corsair's intuitive software and even make it dance in tandem with the company's K65 or K70 mechanical keyboards. Plus, the Corsair Void RGB bears a wireless range of up to 40 meters, making it a solid and affordable option for surround sound gaming.

Here we have a no-frills headset with an upstanding build quality closely rivaling those which cost nearly double. Used by a number of eSports teams, Kingston’s HyperX Cloud Revolver’s large interchangeable memory foam cups help block out unwanted noise, and the retractable mic allows clear and distortion-free communication with teammates. With 53mm drivers designed for punchy mid-tones and pounding bass, this headset comes highly recommended.

Looking like something straight out of Quake 2, Asus' Strix 7.1 wireless gaming headset immediately caught our eye with its large black-and-orange ear cups that are decked in a circular pattern resembling an owl's eye. Asus claims these headphones experience lower latency than Bluetooth, and while it's difficult to agree for certain, bullets whizzing past our head in-game synced to a convincing degree in our testing.

Aimed at PC and console gamers, using Turtle Beach's Elite Pro feels like sitting down at a command station and gearing up for war. This headset emanates gamer cred right down to the subtle orange ruler-type markings on the headset's automatically adjusting headband. That's down to Turtle Beach's 50mm NanoClear drivers, which do an especially great job of bringing you into the heart of the action in shooters.

Decked in the company's trademark orange-and-black color scheme, the Cougar Immersa is big, bright and bold in a way that, perhaps intentionally, resembles a racecar. Its massive cups envelop the ears and are comfortable when worn over long periods. Its mid-range and bass tones are punchy and bright, though treble is a little lacking. The retractable microphone is convenient, too, but best of all, it’s a great value for what you get. 

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