The best PS5 headset is an ideal first accessory to buy to go with your new PS5 if you've got one now - or in preparation for future stock waves. For the former group of folks, it'll provide the best audio experience for your new consoles and for the latter group, it'll have you exceedingly well prepared for when your console is acquired. A candidate for best PS5 headset will definitely going to be one of the most important PS5 accessories to get.
After a full generation of game audio development, honing, and general excellence under our belt now, we know a thing or two about what makes a great console headset and this page will soon be filled with the best PS5 headsets to give you all the best options. Sure, we'd all want to complement our new console with the best audio, but even the best gaming TVs can't compare to the best PlayStation headsets. The best gaming sound systems will come close but even then the difference is unbelievable when going back to a head-cuddling headset.
First, the honest to goodness, great news: some of the best PS4 headsets will work on PS5. Simply put, if you have something that's got an audio jack connection, we know that'll work by plugging straight into the PS5 DualSense controller. We even know that headsets with a USB connection will be compatible straight away - though this would require sitting very close to your PS5 or getting a cable extension, so not ideal.
After all the PS5 will have its own official headset at launch date which we fully expect to see on this list as we get our hands on it. The Pulse 3D wireless headsets likely a premium headset and if its anything like a natural evolution and progression on from the PS4 Platinum headset then it'll be one of the best PS5 headsets going. You can check out the latest Pulse 3D headset pre-order situation right here. Spoilers: it's very popular already.
Anyway, the headsets list below will start off with a solid but considered, and modest bang with a small handful of choices we know will work and that we can absolutely vouch for. We're marking these on both their current-gen performance as well as their potential for PS5 too, so things could change and shift as more headsets come out, more companies adopt the 3D audio, and if Sony updates the Tempest 3D audio part of the PS5 with future firmware updates too.
However, expect this to grow and grow as we get our hands on more and more PS5 headsets to give you loads of options. For example, we'd expect to see more of the likes of Razer headsets, Sennheiser gaming headsets, Turtle Beach headsets, and Logitech headsets, all throwing their hat in the ring, vying to be the best PS5 headset for you come this holiday season.
The best PS5 headsets...so far
The SteelSeries Arctis 7P is indeed a seriously good PS5 headset, and definitely one of the best PS5 headsets in these early weeks. It oozes both the SteelSeries quality and Arctis line quality in every way and that's immediately obvious from getting it out of the box. The design is sleek, and the build is robust and sturdy, but also light and comfy. The ski-goggle type headband, I find, very comfortable and easy to adjust - but it can slide a little bit. The retractable microphone is of excellent quality, while all the onboard controls are neat, tidy, and responsive. The bonus of dial for the mic volume for your own voice is nice - though I never have it on and the feature set on PC will allow you to customise to some extent when you're playing on PC.
The overall audio quality is excellent, particularly in terms of it being crisp, clear, and detailed. The 40mm drivers do a great job of giving me Valhalla's music, natural sounds, and much of the combat noises too. I would really like a bit more oomph at the bottom of the audio spectrum though - there's a noticeable lack of bass sometimes which can, at times, lead to an overwhelmingly alarming amount of treble that's being thrown straight into your brain. It can even make you wince and lose richness and roundness sometimes.
Overall, it is a great package for anyone looking to next-gen while also keeping their PS4, say, but the SteelSeries Arctis 7P is definitely a contender for best PS5 headset, and worth your money this winter.
Sony's official PS5 headset is, unsurprisingly, a top performer. Sharing the same design language and aesthetic that the PS5 and its accessories have, the Pulse 3D headset maintains a subtlety in its form - there's no extruding boom mic, and all the tech is discreetly hidden.
Underneath the stylish frame, however, you'll find all the necessary tech to immerse your self in the PS5's Tempest 3D AudioTech, with the Pulse 3D headset being the best way to get the most from your new console's audio. In practice - and with only a couple of game's to test it on, it should be noted - the headset delivers gloriously rich and detailed sound as you traverse Astro Playroom's noisy noisy platforms, and gives multi-layered audio detail in the roar of combat in Miles Morales. However, it is in the quieter moments that the Pulse 3D headset and the PS5's Tempest audio magic really combines to create magic: spaceships zooming past your head in Astro, or footsteps' exact direction of travel being discernible in Miles Morales. Early signs are awesome and we can't wait to see how this tech is deployed in the Pulse 3D headset in the likes of Resident Evil Village, Demon's Souls and Gran Turismo 7. A high-bar has been set early, and the PS5 headset market already looks like strong one with the Pulse 3D headset kicking things off 'officially'. It's been sold out at most stores in the US lately or priced over the MSRP, but we've spotted it at Best Buy for the standard $99.99 if you're quick. UK stock seems to be much better.
Turtle Beach has revamped the Stealth 700 with PS5 (and the 'other console/s') explicitly in mind, and have significantly upgraded this Gen 2 variant from its predecessor at the same time.
The Stealth 700 Gen 2 has had a design upgrade from the previous incarnation with a subtler aesthetic, and a flip-to-mute mic that folds neatly into the earcup. The buttons have been reorganized and moved to just one earcup and are well sized and spaced out. The redone design makes the headset incredibly comfortable, with supple memory foam cushions with Aerofit cooling gel being a highlight, ensuring you can wear them for hours at a time with no aches or strains or pains. Importantly, the redesign means that they will work wirelessly with the PS5 - a big win.
However, the proof is in the pudding and the Stealth 700 Gen 2 headset sounds excellent. Its large drivers give you some great all-around sound, and the ability to fine-tune the audio to your liking with the Audio Hub adds depth to the possible soundscapes. The Superhuman Hearing feature is a worthy inclusion too and can give you the edge in online shooters, while the bass boost can provide some serious rumble during a heart-pumping campaign mission. A great headset that'll cover you for both PS4 and PS5 and an early, and tough, competitor for the best PS5 headset.
Yup here's a familiar face, but an official one that we know will work on PS5 already. And for what it's worth the Sony Platinum headset has a fantastic mix of price and performance. (If the Platinum is too expensive, we'd actually really recommend the Gold version too, which is about $40/£30 less, but doesn't quite offer the same quality of sound or the extra metallic trim.)
The 50mm drivers only lack a tiny bit, and that's in the lower end, but there is an excellent level of audio detail, clarity, surround sound, and richness to everything meaning the overall audio is of exquisite quality. The feature set - on PS4 at least is excellent too with the headset featuring an excellent game/chat audio balancer, and the ability to store onboard some game audio profiles - specifically designed audio soundscapes for particular games - enhancing the audio experience of games no end. Even if we don't know exactly how these features will translate into PS5, we do know the quality of the Platinum headset means it's definitely in with a shout of being one of the best PS5 headsets. And certainly, one to consider for someone wanting an official headset to straddle two great consoles.
For next-gen and this current one, it's still worth remembering that both the Platinum and Gold headsets have been designed with the PlayStation VR headset in mind too. This means they will fit neatly within conjunction with the PSVR gear's headset. Check out the best PlayStation VR bundles here to complete such a package. The battery life and wireless connection range might see it overtaken by other more modern competitors in the near future but it's still a fine headset and one I'm personally am looking forward to taking into the glorious world of PS5.
The second generation of Turtle Beach Stealth 600's are a great low-to-mid level wireless headset compatible with PS5, PS4 and PC.
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.
Because it only needs that 3.5mm audio jack connection, this is a fine headset that'll bag you Sennheiser-level audio quality without paying the premium price tags. As I said in my review "Getting a Sennheiser-quality headset like this, at this price point, and with this device-versatility, is an excellent proposition and one that is easy to recommend."
It's compatibility with devices through that connection aside - meaning it's great for those who want to cover their bases when looking at the best PS5 headsets - the detailed audio, excellent surround/directional accuracy, and great overall richness on offer here go a long way to justify the already-reasonable price tag. The mic, while not detachable or hidden is good, too.
The audio is so good that everything comes through excellently and of the same quality and volume, which means it's not that easy to discern between incoming voices when you're playing in a team of three or more, and it'd be nice to have some more features but the stripped-back approach helps to keep the costs down. For versatility without the frills of features, and for those who put audio first, then this is a great PS5 headset to consider.
The ASUS ROG Delta S certainly packs a punch. Straight out the box things are geared very much towards the higher ranges, which means bass lines can flatten out under dialogue-forward scenes. However, that EQ software allows for an incredibly in-depth set of controls which means you can adjust levels across the entire spectrum, making this a great feature in one of the best PS5 headsets for gaming. We mention the software up top in this PS5 headset recommendation because the ROG Delta S can be altered while plugged into a PC but then retains the settings chosen for when it is plugged into your PS5 - neat!
All of the audio excellence and software customisation opportunities are housed in a sturdy yet lightweight shell, with durable plastic cups lined with clean (and easily personalized) RGBs and heavy memory foam cushioning. The cups themselves sport a unique triangular shape inherent to the Delta design, but aside from standing out to the eye they also provide plenty of support while remaining roomy enough to withstand longer sessions.
This is certainly a powerful headset, but it's worth noting that PS5 players who have the option of plugging into a PC to delve into those settings will benefit the most here.
There's a reason the Razer Kraken is the latest iteration of Razer's famous and popular headset. It offers great sound at great value, and can be used across a wide variety of devices - and because of that and it's 3.5mm audio jack it's a great pick for a PS5 headset.
This popular Razer headset is lightweight and despite the large earcups, you can wear them comfortably for long gaming sessions. Sound-wise, the mid-range is a bit muddy, but the bass packs a punch. The fully retractable, unidirectional microphone allows for clear voice chat, and you can even choose between oval or circular ear cushions. If you're looking for a Razer headset under £100/ $100 that still performs, this is it. There's even a stripped back version of the Kraken called the Kraken X which keeps a lot of what is good about the headset, slightly repackaged into a cheaper pair.
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