The best Xbox One headsets for 2022

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Upgrading to one of the best Xbox One headsets in 2022 is an ironclad way to further immerse yourself in your favorite worlds, stories, and in-game moments. And quite possibly, to gain an advantage.

You’d be forgiven for thinking that the best Xbox One headsets are on their way out. But, no, Xbox One headsets are here to stay – and some remain as good as the very best gaming headsets. Their staying power comes from their high-quality offerings, forward compatibility with the new consoles, and the fact that the player base for the Xbox One is still enormous with folks enjoying a larger-than-ever game library.

We test a range of headsets and our picks of the best Xbox One headsets always have to conform to a few criteria. The audio quality has to be of a very good standard, even if the connection is just an ordinary 3.5mm audio jack. Then they have to be comfortable enough to leave you ache-free after those longer gaming sessions. We also make sure that the headset’s microphone is clear and user-friendly. Beyond those functional categories, of course, the price has to be right. While some headsets may provide excellent sound, the price tags on these can spiral, so value for money is critical.

With the Xbox Series generation nearly a year old already, it’s worth mentioning that some Xbox One headsets will be great for the new-gen console, and some won’t be. Generally, it’s all been pretty smooth sailing in terms of forward (and backward) headset compatibility, but, to be sure it’s still quite a wise move to keep a close eye on the best Xbox Series X headsets and the lineup of Xbox Series X wireless headsets to see whether your next set can cover you for both generations.

The best Xbox One headsets for 2022

Best Xbox One headsets 2022 – Top 10

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1. Steelseries Arctis 9X

The best Xbox One headset in 2021

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed BackCable length: 4.3ft / 1.3mDrivers: 40mmWeight: 13 ozCompatibility: Xbox One, PS4, PC, Switch, Mac, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+Wireless for Xbox One+Superb sound with 3D spacial on Xbox+Excellent battery life

Reasons to avoid

-It’s expensive-‘Only’ 40mm drivers

The Steelseries Arctis 9X is very much the Xbox One headset of the moment. Specially engineered to work wirelessly with the console, it provides a near-perfect connection, combined with a rich audio experience, and impressive battery life. It’s a great package for anyone serious about sound and getting the most out of their Xbox games. While the headset comes with 40mm drivers, which are smaller than many similarly priced competitors, they’re well-tuned and deliver audio that punches well above its weight while retaining a nice clarity and richness.

The trademark SteelSeries ‘headband’ design offers good comfort levels too, meaning you can play for hours without really noticing that you’re wearing the headset, which clocks in at a respectable 13oz / 368g. The mic is clear, comes with decent noise-canceling, and is retractable for when you’re not using it. While you never completely remove the mic, it’s hidden enough for you to use this headset as an everyday pair of cans, connecting to phones and tablets via a Bluetooth connection. That’s a real bonus. You can even plug in via the 3.5mm connection if you want to connect to other consoles or devices, although you lose a number of features like 3D Spatial Sound here.

It’s a superb all-rounder, but one that plays so very nicely with the Xbox One. If you want to seriously invest in a headset that does everything you need for gaming and beyond, the Steelseries Arctis 9X is well worth a look. It’s also compatible with Xbox Series X|S which is awesome.

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<a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-HS35-Headset-Headphones-Designed/dp/B07S6T1DRF”>Corsair HS35</a>

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2. Corsair HS35

The best Xbox One headset for under $50/£50

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed BackCable length: 6ft / 1.8mDrivers: 40mmWeight: 8.8 ozCompatibility: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, Mac, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+Excellent value for money+Decent sound+Nice and clear mic

Reasons to avoid

-Lacks features and extras-Only stereo sound

Sometimes you want a cheaper headset. But just because you’re saving money, you shouldn’t have to put up with poor audio, terrible design, and lousy build quality. The Corsair HS35 is the headset for anyone looking to save money and still get a decent pair of cans for their Xbox One. This is a thoughtfully designed piece of kit, available in Xbox green, obviously, with a sturdy yet comfortable build and some impressive audio qualities.

Thanks to memory foam ear-cups and a comfy headband, the Corsair HS35 is still snug without being uncomfortable after several hours of play, and it’s tough enough to withstand being pulled on and off your head without too much care. The audio won’t win awards, but it’s on a par with most mid-range headsets, and manages some snappy treble (even if the bass can’t match the likes of the Razer Kraken TE). The mic is clear and detachable, and there’s a color-coded cable that plugs into any 3.5mm connection making it compatible with XSX|S too. Simple, easy, and very affordable.

Read more: Corsair HS35 review

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3. Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2

Surpasses the original model in nearly every way

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed Back, over earDrivers: 50mm NanoclearWeight: 382gCompatibility: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC

Reasons to buy

+Doubles battery life from the previous generation+Incredibly comfortable +Great microphone accuracy

Reasons to avoid

-Might be a tight fit for some

The second generation of Turtle Beach Stealth 700’s comes with some serious upgrades from the previous generation, and for only $50 more than the Stealth 600 Gen 2, it’s a serious contender for your next gaming headset.

The Stealth 700 Gen 2 has gotten a design upgrade from the original headset, with a slightly toned-down look (no more bright green on the Xbox version) and a flip-to-mute mic that folds neatly into the earcup. The control buttons have also been reorganized and moved to just one earcup. The buttons are nicely sized and well-spaced out, but if you’re used to the Gen 1 Stealth 700s, you might need some time to get adjusted to them.

The Stealth 700 Gen 2 is leagues more comfortable than the Stealth 600 Gen 2, which is saying something as I found the latter fit my glasses-wearing head quite well, but had ear cups that began to pinch after a few hours of gaming. The supple memory foam cushions with Aerofit cooling gel on the Stealth 700 Gen 2 is incredibly comfortable and lets you wear this headset with ease for hours upon hours of gaming.

And these headphones sound great, with large drivers that give you some great all-around sound, and the ability to fine-tune the audio to your liking with the Audio Hub. Turn on Superhuman Hearing mode to get the upperhand in online shooters, or enable the bass boost for some serious rumble during a heart-pumping campaign mission. The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 is a great headset for the price point – and will have you covered for new-gen gaming on the XBox Series X|S too.

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4. Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset

The official headset for Series X is a fabulous choice for Xbox One

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed backDrivers: 40mmWeight: 312gComaptibility: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC

Reasons to buy

+Great bass and surround sound+Great price+Clear mic for mutiplayer

Reasons to avoid

-Mic monitoring could be better-Might be too small for larger heads

The official venture into Xbox One headsets from Microsoft comes in the form of the Xbox Wireless Headset. While really targeted at the Xbox Series X and to be a companion to that latest console, it works beautifully with Xbox One.

The first big wallop of excellence comes in the unavoidably good-value price tag: at just $99/£89, it is way cheaper than rival headsets that are of the same weight category, quality-wise. And it is quality in almost every way: it’s extremely comfortable, it has excellent audio performance with a clear audio soundscape, it features incredibly powerful bass, and the surround sound is solid too. A true highlight is the mic quality: this is tremendous, and it’s designed well as it can be tucked away neatly when not in use. The wireless Bluetooth connection is one of the best we’ve tested on the Xbox Series X too. If you like your accessories officials and maybe find yourself in a situation of getting your new-gen console-setup in order before you find that elusive Xbox Series X stock, then this is the headset to span the generational gap.

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5. Razer Nari Ultimate for Xbox One

Feature packed and with excellent wireless audio

Specifications

Acoustic design: Open BackCable length: WirelessDrivers: 50mmWeight: 15 ozCompatibility: Xbox One, PC

Reasons to buy

+Haptic feedback feels good+Superior audio quality+Very solid wireless

Reasons to avoid

-Mic isn’t the best

The Razer Nari Ultimate is an incredible gaming headset, but one that comes at a premium price. In addition to bringing excellent surround sound, the headset also offers haptic feedback, which means this vibrates in time with the audio so you can literally feel the big noises (usually explosions). While this may seem like a gimmick, it actually makes a noticeable difference to how you experience a game, so if you’re big on action titles, this headset is definitely for you.

Elsewhere it’s worth noting that the Nari Ultimate is wireless, and that the battery life is surprisingly good considering this has haptic feedback as well as the usual audio features. It’s comfy, subtly designed, feels good if you’re wearing glasses, and has a retractable mic. In fact, the only real issue is the mic, which doesn’t offer the same premium sound quality as the rest of the features of the headset. Not really poor, but not market-leading either. So, if you’re a big talker, that could be an issue. If not… there’s nothing quite like the Nari Ultimate and if you have the cash we’d recommend this for the feel of using it alone, as it’s easily one of the best Xbox One headsets we’ve tested – and it’ll work with Xbox Series X|S!

Note that you can buy this Xbox One specific Nari Ultimate headset which is very focussed for the console and gaming, but will then require the Microsoft Wireless Adapter to use it with your PC as it does not include a 3.5mm connection option.

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6. Turtle Beach Recon 500

A refresh for the model ends in great quality and value for XSX

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed Back, over earDrivers: 60mm Eclipse Weight: c.600gCompatibility: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+THAT excellent sound+No ‘gamer aesthetic’ flare or design quirks+Zero distortion

Reasons to avoid

-Nothing special about its construction materials

This is a great contender for best Xbox One headset that will also serve you incredibly well for a new-gen console if you’ve got one – or are yet to go one. And that’s all down to a simple wired connection that the Recon 500 offers – oh, and also the supreme audio quality and excellent value it offers too.

You won’t find lavish gamer-y design flairs or the most premium construction materials on the Recon 500, then, since Turtle Beach’s latest in the long-running line costs less than $100/£100. What you do find, crucially, is sound so good it takes you aback, and offers an Xbox One headset experience that is not hard on the wallet, but offers great bang for buck performance and value.

Wood composite injection technology. 60mm drivers. Dedicated woofers and tweeters per earcup. It doesn’t sound like the recipe for crisp, precise sound, and yet it all comes together in a powerful surge of ultra-responsive bass, detailed high end, and a pleasingly flat EQ curve with just a bit of audible kick further down the spectrum.

So that’s yours. Take it to the bank. But what isn’t coming along for the ride is much in the way of added features – this is a simple wired model (which offers greater flexibility and compatibility, of course) with just a mic mute, detachable mic arm, and volume scroll wheel in the way of physical controls. Not one for perennial tweakers then, but those who enjoy value, simplicity, and fundamentally great audio should scout out this new Recon.

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7. Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2

A great mid-range wireless Xbox One headset

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed Back, over earDrivers: 50mmBattery life: 15 hoursWeight: 580gCompatibility: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC

Reasons to buy

+Solid battery life+Comfortable for glasses wearers+Excellent audio and microphone accuracy+Next-gen compatible

Reasons to avoid

-Plastic across headband feels cheap -Ear cups started to hurt after long-term wear

The second generation of Turtle Beach Stealth 600’s is a great mid-level wireless headset for Xbox One – and a great set to get in for new-gen Xbox consoles and for PC play too.

With nicely-tuned 50mm drivers, a solid-but-unspectacular 15-hour battery life, a comfortable fit – even with glasses – the bang for buck value is strong. Throw in an easy setup process, and a very accessible price tag, and you really are off to a winner. This is certainly a great choice for gaming on a budget, as the sound quality is top-tier and the microphone sensitivity is ideal for those who want to communicate without shouting. However, because of the reasonable price, the headset plastic does feel a bit cheap, especially across the headband and on the ear cups, and unfortunately, the ear cups do get a little uncomfortable in longer gaming sessions.

However, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2’s are a good sequel to an affordable wireless headset. It looks pretty good, feels pretty good, and sounds great – a no-brainer if you’re looking to get a pair of headphones ahead of the next-gen release that won’t bankrupt you. This is definitely one of the best wireless gaming headsets, and certainly of the best Turtle Beach headsets (opens in new tab).

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<a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Kraken-Tournament-Gel-Infused-Cushions/dp/B07G5FQMJ8/ref=sr_1_3?crid=6V51S9T78VL0&keywords=razer+kraken+tournament+edition&qid=1557740646&s=gateway&sprefix=razer+krak%2Caps%2C561&sr=8-3″><u>Razer Kraken Tournament Edition</u></a>

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8. Razer Kraken Tournament Edition

The best value Xbox One headset

Specifications

Acoustic design: Semi-open BackCable length: 4.3ft / 1.3mDrivers: 50mmWeight: 12.6ozCompatibility: Xbox One, PS4, PC, Switch, Mac, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+Great all-rounder+Decent audio through standard connection+Very comfy

Reasons to avoid

-Mid-range sound could be clearer-Xbox misses out on some features

We love the Razer Kraken Tournament Edition. For the $80 / £75 price, you get a lot of headset for your money here. The 50mm drivers deliver a clear, loud 5.1 sound that easily matches the quality found in headsets that cost way more than the Tournament Edition. It’s one of the best headsets for online play, helping you pick out enemy movements and distant gunfire at a decent range and with great accuracy.

Elsewhere, the Kraken TE is light, comfortable (thanks to cooling tech in the ear-cushions), and sturdy – three things you really need in a mid-priced Xbox One headset. The wired connection comes with an in-line control for volume and mic muting (although this only currently works on PC), and the retractable mic itself is clear without being exceptional. Our previous champion was the Razer Kraken Pro V2 (opens in new tab), but the TE now offers superior value and audio for roughly the same price (in some cases, you can even find it cheaper), so it replaces the older model. It’s one of the most well-rounded and versatile headsets we’ve tested and represents great value for money. That bold Xbox green coloring is the icing on the cake – and the cherry on top is that it’s compatible with the Xbox Series X and S.

Read more: Razer Kraken Tournament Edition review

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9. Corsair HS75 XB Wireless

Perfect for multiplayer with great positional audio mic

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed BackDrivers: 50mmWeight: 13.2oz (374g)Compatibility: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Reasons to buy

+Excellent mic+Great audio with booming bass+Comes with premium Dolby Atmos app

Reasons to avoid

-Quite big-A bit dear

The Corsair HS75 XB Wireless is a ‘designed for Xbox’ product and doesn’t require a dongle to connect to your Xbox. However, unlike some other dongle-free Xbox One headsets, the connection is strong, stable, and reliable. The main actors in the HS7b XB’s performance are its booming pair of 50mm drivers. These make the headset excel at the most enthusiastic of battles and chaotic encounters, while another standout feature – the mic – means this is a superb gaming headset for multiplayer. Not only is the mic super clear, but it offers some of the best isolation around, doing a great job at cutting down on background noise around you. Throw in a strong battery life of around 20 hours between charges, and the package soon becomes incredibly compelling.

Fans of premium audio will be pleased to hear that the HS75 XB comes with free access to the Dolby Atmos app on Xbox (usually $15/£15), complete with audio presets for gaming, movies, and music, and access to equalizer settings. These options are particularly handy, offering general flexibility, but also the chance to reign in the treble which can sometimes be a bit piercing. Not many games support full-on Dolby Atmos audio yet, but the app’s settings are worth experimenting with for any game, especially as you can switch on some quality positional audio, offering a potential edge in online shooters.

The build and design quality also help to further justify the price of admission, with the brushed metal earcup yokes feeling like they’ll protect the headset from any drops – on their sides at least – while looking good too. Leatherette coverings around the headband and cups, along with soft padding, make the HS75 XB a comfortable wear. They do feel quite large though, and even on the smaller band settings it was quite a loose fit, especially over the ears – but then again this helped our ears stay cool.

Read more: Corsair HS75 XB review

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10. Razer Kaira Pro

Razer’s latest plays nice with Xbox One too

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed Back / over earBattery life: up to 15 hoursDrivers: 50mmWeight: 0.73lbs (330g)Compatibility: Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, mobile

Reasons to buy

+Fantastic surround sound+Adjustable profiles+Game/chat balancer

Reasons to avoid

-Mic doesn’t impress as much as it should

Designed as a Series X headset first, the Razer Kaira Pro is still one of the best Xbox One headsets. It’s built to serve every level of the Xbox experience, it puts ease-of-use at the forefront, along with multi-generational compatibility. Powered by wireless and Bluetooth 5.0 connections, it’s flexible and easy to swap between your console or your phone.

The audio experience doesn’t suffer for it, though, and it still has that Razer, premiere audio quality: Razer’s own Triforce titanium 50mm drivers are the real deal, giving you a wider breadth of sound in the high, mid, and low ranges. Plus, the surround sound that accompanies is absolutely convincing – it sells a sense of place in a way no TV speaker could.

The addition of downloadable software and an onboard game sound/chat balancer rounds out what is already a tempting package. Indeed, the former allows players to tweak their audio experience to taste or get straight into the action with pre-set profiles.

Best Xbox One headsets 2022 – Best of the rest

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11. Audeze Penrose X

A seriously premium Xbox One headset

Specifications

Acoustic design: Over-ear, closed-circumauralCable length: Wireless (c.50″ / 127cm aux cable)Drivers: 100mm Planar MagneticWeight: 11.3oz / 320gCompatibility: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One , PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+Rich and detailed sound+Comfortable for long sessions+Easy to use and tweak game audio and chat volume in the mix

Reasons to avoid

-Expensive -Microphone can be a bit awkward

If you have a healthy budget and want some of the most specialised, exquisite audio you can get from an Xbox One wireless headset, then the Audeze Penrose X is a great set to consider. This set really does combine high-end gaming audio, the very best build quality, performance, and versatility, all into one great package. Plus, and although the price of admission is considerable,m you’re also getting one of the top wireless Xbox Series X headsets too so this will have you covered for two whole generations (and on PC if you want further flexibility).

You’re getting a practically unrivaled audio experience out of the Penrose X; deep bass, incredible clarity, and a real depth and detail to the sound that helps to immerse you into your favorite virtual worlds and give you better insight into the action unfolding around you in multiplayer arenas. When paired with Dolby Atmos on Xbox Series X, you’ll also get a virtual surround sound output that will also enhance and elevate the audio for movies and TV room, movies, and TV shows too.

As we say, the Penrose X is expensive, but it’s also an investment for the future: it’s a premium headphone offering from Audeze that delivers a quality, depth, and density in its sound that few of its peers are able to match.

Read more: Audeze Penrose X review

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12. LucidSound LS50X gaming headset

A quality – but pricey – option for Xbox One in 2022

Specifications

Connection: USB Bluetooth dongle, 3.5mm aux cableBattery Life: 20 hoursSpeaker Size: 50mmEQ Modes: Signature sound, bass boost, movie mode, music mode, flat EQMicrophone: Dual mics, one flexible boom and one built-in

Reasons to buy

+Sleek, elegant design that’s clearly well-made+Dual mics make it multifunctional+EQ make the superior audio even better

Reasons to avoid

-Pricey compared to most-Earcups hurt after lengthy game sesh

The LucidSound LS50X gaming headset looks expensive – and it is. The quilted black leatherette headband cushion and black memory foam ear cups stand out against the brushed silver metal of the headset’s skeleton. It looks chic and like it costs money, and at $250 it’s an incredibly pricy headset.

The audio is the kind of quality you’d expect from such an expensive piece of hardware: 50mm drivers make for an impressive bass and the variety of EQ modes lets you really tune it to your desire. Hearing the footsteps of enemy Spartans in Halo Infinite is easy with the LucidSound LS50X, and the spray of gunfire sounds crisp and sharp.

Connecting the LucidSound LS50X to your Xbox One (or Series X/S) is as easy as plugging in a dongle (although I initially had an issue, I think it was more user error than anything else). The headset controls are a little tough to get used to – most headsets have earcup buttons for audio modes and volume, but the LucidSound LS50X has baked all its controls into the headset design. The low profile controls require you to click in on the center circles in the earcup to change modes or mute, and turn the outer circle of the cups like a dial to adjust volume. At first, I was a bit lost and struggled to adjust the chat volume. Once you get it, however, it’s pretty damn cool – especially when you consider that its Bluetooth connectivity means you can use it to pick up phone calls or change Spotify tracks.

Unfortunately, the LucidSound LS50X isn’t as comfortable as you’d expect a $250 headset to be for long-term wear, especially if you need to wear glasses as I do. After a five-hour Halo Infinite sesh, the ear cups were pinching the sides of my face where they touched it, and my poor glasses were getting painfully pushed into my temples. The headset is perfectly comfy for an hour or so here and there but was cumbersome beyond that.

Overall the LucidSound LS50Xis a solid entry for best Xbox One headset. It is a pretty high-quality, expensive headset that will certainly work for gamers who can stretch the budget.

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<a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Xbox-One-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00IAVDQCK”>Microsoft Xbox One Official Stereo Headset</a>

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<a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Xbox-One-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00IAVDQCK”>Microsoft Xbox One Official Stereo Headset</a>

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<a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Xbox-One-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00IAVDQCK”>Microsoft Xbox One Official Stereo Headset</a>

13. Microsoft Xbox One Official Stereo Headset

The official headset – simple and effective

Specifications

Acoustic design: Closed BackCable length: 3.3ft / 1mDrivers: 40mmWeight: 7.9 ozCompatibility: Xbox One, PC, PS4, Switch, Mac, Mobile

Reasons to buy

+Reasonable price+Lightweight+Includes stereo headset adaptor

Reasons to avoid

-Flimsy cable

This is the official Xbox One headset produced by Microsoft, and despite its modest price it still delivers a full range of rich stereo audio. It also features a unidirectional microphone for clear communication, which can be flipped up out of the way when not in use. The headset also comes bundled with the Xbox One stereo headset adaptor, ensuring compatibility and providing handy controls over both game and chat audio volumes.

Clocking in at just 7.9 ounces (255g), this is the lightest headset to feature on our list. Its low weight, combined with the breathable fabric ear cups, meaning you can happily wear it for long gaming sessions without getting too fatigued. One downside as a result of this lightness is that the headset cable is particularly thin and therefore may not stand up to rough use, so take that into consideration if it could be an issue. It’s a no-frills option but does the job. As it’s official, it’ll work with your new Xbox Series X or S too.

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