We are less than 2 weeks away from Christmas so if you haven’t already picked up your gifts for your gamer best get on that! Below you will find our recommended headsets at various price points perfect for your gamer of any platform.
Under $100
HyperX Cloud Stinger - $50
The HyperX Cloud Stinger (affiliate link) is a great entry headset for gamers. Sporting decent sound quality and comfortable design there is little not love in this low-cost audio option. utilizing a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack also ensures compatibility with a multitude of devices.
Astro A10 - $45-$60
The Astro A10’s are a great headset for gamers who might not take the greatest care of their stuff. The A10’s are more durable than most entry-level gaming headsets which ensure you won’t need to be replacing them every three months. Sound quality isn’t the best you can get from a pair of Astros but considering the price, you get a nice experience. The A10’s also come in a wide variety of colors and styles including black/green (affiliate link), white/blue (Affiliate link) and black/red (affiliate link). There is even a Zelda (affiliate link) version and it looks sweet! The Astro A10’s are compatible with any device that sports a 3.5 mm headphone jack so compatibility shouldn’t be any concern.
LucidSound LS10X/LS10P - $59.99
The LucidSound brand has made a name for itself by delivering great audio quality and comfort at any price point. The LS10 line-up of headsets are hands down my favorite headset in the sub $100 category! Unlike most other headsets in this category, the LS10’s come with leatherette headset cups rather than cloth which helps cancel out outside noise and it just feels so nice. The LS10 comes in both an Xbox (affiliate link) and PlayStation variation to deliver an optimized experience per platform. Both headsets also work on PC, Switch, and mobile devices, that still have headphone jacks, for even more usability!
$100-$250
Astro A40 TR - $150-$250
The Astro A40’s are marketed towards esports players and content creators looking to get the best experience out of their equipment. Interestingly though, the A40’s aren’t the most impressive sounding headset on their own. When combined with Astro’s mixamp (affiliate link) however, the A40’s really sing and deliver some of my favorite gaming audio to date! unfortunately, the Mixamp adds another $100 dollars onto the already higher price. Trust me, it’s worth it! The A40’s can also be customized (affiliate link) by users to fit their tastes and come in an Xbox (affiliate link) and PlayStation (affiliate link) version.
Logitech G Pro X - $129.99
The Logitech G Pro X (affiliate Link) headset has no right to be as good as it is at its price. Sound quality is awesome for PC gaming thanks to its included external sound card and even console gamers can get a great experience with the 3.5 mm headphone jack. All audio has been tuned to deliver a first-rate experience in competitive games so if you are looking to get an advantage in your next online session strap on the Pro X and school your friends like they never have been schooled before!
SteelSeries Arctis 9X - $199.99
The Arctis 9X (affiliate link) is an interesting headset and the first of our list to be wireless. Featuring built-in connectivity for Xbox One’s wireless communication, the Arctis 9 can also be used as a Bluetooth headset making it work with mobile phones, PC, and even the PS4. Battery life lasts up to a fantastic 20 hours. The headset can also be used with a wire by connecting it to any available 3.5 mm headphone jack for more compatibility.
$300 And Above
Astro A50 Wireless Headset - $300
I love my Astro A50’s! I have been using them non stop for months and the audio quality provided is superb. The headset is also durable and comfortable to wear during long gaming sessions. The A50’s are also wireless and provide a nice 15-hour battery life before needing to be charged. The Astro A50’s utilize a docking station to connect to consoles, or PC, through a combination of USB and optical TOS link. There is a variety of built-in presets for you to choose from depending on what you are currently doing to help tune audio to your tastes. The A50’s come in both an Xbox (affiliate link) and PlayStation (affiliate link) variant and by utilizing a 3.5 mm aux cord devices with a headphone jack can also be connected to the base station.
LucidSound LS50X Snoop Dogg Edition - $300
Ok, so these ones aren’t available to own just yet but are currently undergoing pre-order at GameStop. The LS50X is a top-notch headset that delivers unrivaled comfort and premium audio. They can also connect to Xbox One wirelessly without the need for any dongles or base stations to provide a truly wireless experience for the system. A 3.5mm aux cord can also be used to let the LS50X be used for any 3.5mm compatible device so the headset won’t be stuck to just Xbox if you wanted more flexibility!
