PlayStation 5 games sound great, but you won't get the best aural experience through your TV's speakers and the DualSense controller's microphone. You need a gaming headset for immersive audio and clear voice chat. But where should you begin your search? I've reviewed many gamer-centric headsets and have narrowed your options down to the five below based on price, performance, and features. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is my top pick overall thanks to its excellent audio, effective noise cancellation, dual swappable batteries, and powerful software, but it isn't the only option worth considering. So if you're looking for a terrific PS5 gaming headset, this is the place to start.
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Best OverallSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
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Best Budget-Friendly HeadsetRazer Barracuda X
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Best MicrophoneRazer BlackShark V2 Pro
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Best for Multi-Console GamersLogitech G Astro A50 X
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Best Wireless EarbudsSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds
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Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks
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Best OverallSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
Pros & Cons
Why We Picked It
The Arctis Nova Pro Wireless has reigned as one of our favorite PS5 headsets for years, and it still holds up. It's comfortable, sounds great, has a clear mic, and comes with a control dock that lets you swap between two batteries. The dock also simultaneously connects with a PS5 and PC via its two USB-C ports.
Who It's For
This is a fantastic headset if you're willing to spend the money. It's especially appealing if you want to enjoy audio from both your PC and your PS5 through one device.
Specs & Configurations
Active Noise Cancellation Battery Life Up to 36 hours Bluetooth Connection Type Bluetooth Connection Type Stereo 3.5mm Connection Type USB Frequency Range 10Hz–40kHz (music), 100Hz-6.5kHz (voice) Type Circumaural (over-ear) Type Gaming Wireless Learn More SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Review -
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Best Budget-Friendly HeadsetRazer Barracuda X
Pros & Cons
Why We Picked It
The Razer Barracuda X remains one of the best wireless headsets for under $100. It features a USB-C transmitter that works with both the PlayStation 5 and PC, a boom mic that sounds far better than you would expect from a budget headset, and Bluetooth connectivity for on-the-go use.
Who It's For
Gamers on a tight budget. This is the top low-cost choice, offering great performance and flexible connectivity at a reasonable price.
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Connection Type Stereo 3.5mm Connection Type USB-C Type Circumaural (over-ear) Type Gaming Wireless Learn More Razer Barracuda X Review -
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Best MicrophoneRazer BlackShark V2 Pro
Pros & Cons
Why We Picked It
Razer consistently has some of the best boom mics on gaming headsets, and the BlackShark V2 Pro continues that trend. Your voice will sound clear enough for both voice chat and streaming, though a dedicated microphone is almost always better for serious content creation. It also sounds excellent.
Who It's For
If you prioritize clean voice communication, the BlackShark V2 Pro is worth a purchase. It lacks extraneous features like RGB lighting, but it has really strong performance.
Specs & Configurations
Connection Type Stereo 3.5mm Connection Type USB Type Circumaural (over-ear) Wireless Learn More Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Review -
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Best for Multi-Console GamersLogitech G Astro A50 X
Pros & Cons
Why We Picked It
Due to how USB audio connections work, almost all wireless gaming headsets designed for use with game consoles have separate PlayStation and Xbox versions, forcing you to choose between them. The Logitech Astro A50 X is the only gaming headset I've seen that connects to a PlayStation, Xbox, and PC all at once. It manages to do this with complicated HDMI cable wrangling on top of the USB connections, but it works. It's also a great-sounding headset.
Who It's For
If you have every home game console and want only one headset, this is the one to get. It'll cover your PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and even free up an HDMI port from your TV by serving as an HDMI switch.
Specs & Configurations
Connection Type HDMI Connection Type USB-C Type Circumaural (over-ear) Type Gaming Wireless Learn More Logitech G Astro A50 X Review -
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Best Wireless EarbudsSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds
Pros & Cons
Why We Picked It
The majority of true wireless earphones are Bluetooth-only devices with terrible microphones, but not the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds. These earphones have a USB-C dongle for easy connection to your PS5, great mics, and powerful sound. They're also Bluetooth-enabled, and you can switch between your phone and your console just by triple-tapping.
Who It's For
Although most wireless headsets here have Bluetooth, this is the only option that fits in your pocket, making it the most convenient to use on the go.
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Active Noise Cancellation Connection Type Bluetooth 5.3 Connection Type USB-C True Wireless Type Gaming Type In-Canal Wireless Learn More SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds Review -
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Best For | Best Overall | Best Budget-Friendly Headset | Best Microphone | Best for Multi-Console Gamers | Best Wireless Earbuds | Best Overall | Best Budget-Friendly Headset | Best Microphone |
Type | Gaming, Circumaural (over-ear) | Circumaural (over-ear), Gaming | Circumaural (over-ear) | Gaming, Circumaural (over-ear) | In-Canal, Gaming | Gaming, Circumaural (over-ear) | Circumaural (over-ear), Gaming | Circumaural (over-ear) |
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Connection Type | USB, Bluetooth, Stereo 3.5mm | USB-C, Stereo 3.5mm | USB, Stereo 3.5mm | USB-C, HDMI | Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C | USB, Bluetooth, Stereo 3.5mm | USB-C, Stereo 3.5mm | USB, Stereo 3.5mm |
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Buying Guide: The Best PS5 Headsets
The Best PS5 Wired Headsets
There are a few high-end wired headsets that work with the PS5, including the $249 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro, but they're usually designed for desktop use with an amp-equipped digital-to-analog converter (DAC). They're not convenient to use for playing a PS5 game from a couch. In fact, SteelSeries one-ups its Nova Pro with its Nova Pro Wireless.
The DualSense gamepad has a 3.5mm headset jack, so you can use any wired stereo gaming headset with it. This is a good option if you want to save money.
What Is Simulated Spatial Audio?
The PlayStation 5 has simulated spatial audio courtesy of 3D Audio tech. It processes the positional game sound, tweaking and mixing each source between the left and right ear to give the impression that they're coming from different directions. It can't replace appropriately placed physical speakers and proper acoustics, but it's a worthy substitution. The sound tech works with nearly any gaming headset, including the ones listed here, and it's surprisingly effective.