The Playstation 5 is one of the most popular consoles among gaming fanatics, which introduces the question of what are the top headsets for it? To answer this question, we have curated a comprehensive list of the best PS5 headsets.
In this review of PS5 compatible headsets, we made sure to be rather inclusive. We cover various brands, wired and wireless options, and we have also included various price points for all budgets. So by all means, read on as we take a look at some excellent PS5 headset options.
1. SteelSeriesArctis 7P Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: Unknown | Drivers: 40mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Exclusive color design made for the PS5
- Lag-free wireless performance
- 24-hour battery life
- Extremely comfortable headband design
- Discord-certified ClearCast microphone
SteelSeries is no stranger to the world of wireless headsets, and the Arctis 7P is their latest product in the line of PlayStation-oriented headsets, and it’s an excellent one. The design and colors picked are obviously made to fit the PS5 design, and oh boy is this a stunning headset.
But looks aren’t all that matter, right? Well, SteelSeries agree, which is why the audio performance is top-notch as well. You have 40mm neodymium drivers that do a great job when gaming, and you can easily pinpoint enemies’ locations when playing FPS games.
Another area where the Arctis 7P excels is comfort. The thick, plush ear cups are as comfortable as they come, and the headband design only adds to that comfort. They’re made to fit just about everyone equally well, and they succeed.
The microphone is SteelSeries’ well-knownClearCast microphone, which is a bidirectional microphone that’s Discord certified, so the sound you’ll get from it is excellent.
Last but not least, the Arctis 7P comes with a wireless receiver that ensures latency-free gaming. Oh, and did we mention 24-hour battery life? Yeah, that too.
2. Astro A50 Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 380g | Drivers: 40mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mac, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- ASTRO Audio V2 tuning
- Built-in mixamp
- USB soundcard functionality
- 3D Audio ready
- Charging dock
Astro is a household name in the gaming industry, and their A50, while expensive, offers a lot of functionalities you won’t find anywhere else. They’re a tad heavy, yes, and have pretty small drivers, but they’re tuned well and perform admirably.
To begin with, you get a charging base that also works as a receiver – when you’re done just pop the headset on the base and it will be charged and ready next time you pick it up. The battery lasts for about 15 hours, which is pretty good.
The sound has been tuned with ASTRO Audio V2 and has been specifically set up for gaming. Noises that you’d need in-game are slightly emphasized, like enemy footsteps or shots in the distance.
The microphone has a flip-to-mute functionality, and when you’re using it, the sound quality is pretty great. Your voice is heard loud and clear, and there’s minimal background noise to get in the way.
Add to this compatibility with Astro’s Command Center software, as well as the guaranteed compatibility for PS5, and you’ve got yourself a winner. It’s a great headset if you can get past the pretty high price tag.
3. PlayStation Pulse 3D
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: Unknown | Drivers: Unknown | Compatibility: PS5, PS4Key Features
- Very comfortable design with a suspended headband
- USB Type-C charging
- Modern design that’s in line with the PS5
- Easy-access controls
- 3D Audio (with compatible console/titles)
Considering all of the information out there about the device, we can confidently state that the Pulse 3D headset performs well with the console.
The design looks like it’s extremely comfortable. It is a lightweight headset, and the earcups themselves are plush and thick. This usually means comfort, provided they fit your earcups well because they do have a lot of padding. The headband does come with some kind of suspension system, which is definitely comfort-oriented.
As far as the sound goes, there is not a lot of information nowadays, but Sony is expected to offer 3D audio, a feature that, with supported titles, will offer a much more immersive experience than regular stereo audio. It has performed really well for users so far, and it’s rather confidence-inspiring for those considering it as an option.
Last but not least, you will get easy-access controls on the headset, and one seriously underrated feature – USB-C charging. When you take everything into consideration, if you want to stick to official accessories, the PS5 Pulse 3D headset is probably one to keep an eye out for.
4. Turtle Beach Stealth 600 White Gen 2
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 380g | Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Flip-to-mute microphone with excellent quality
- Commands on the right headset
- Turtle Beach exclusive Superhuman Hearing sound setting
- Extremely comfortable, plush ear cups and thick, comfortable headband
- 15-hour battery life is pretty neat
Turtle Beach has been making headsets for consoles for a good while, which is why we aren’t surprised the Stealth 600 Gen 2 is one of the best PS5 headsets. It’s on Turtle Beach’s compatibility list, so you are guaranteed to be able to use it with the console, but what exactly does it offer?
To begin with, this is a pretty bulky headset, and it’s somewhat heavy. However, the padding on the earcups and the headband still make it one of the most comfortable headsets out there. Even wearing it for extended periods is no issue at all.
The sound is Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing system, which comes with four signature audio settings. They work very well, and you can choose the one that suits you best for the games you play. The microphone is also pretty great, with clear sound and no background noise. The flip-to-mute functionality is rather neat, too, and when you flip it up, the microphone disappears and stays out of the way.
With USB wireless connectivity for reduced latency, the Stealth 600 Gen 2 is a great choice for gamers who want to have a great headset for Sony’s console.
5. Astro A20 Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 318g | Drivers: 40mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mac, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- 2.4GHz wireless for zero latency
- Flip-to-mute microphone
- ASTRO Audio V2 tuning
- Plush, comfortable earcups
- Over 15 hours of battery life
Not all of Astro’s wireless headsets are expensive – just look at the A20. It gets you excellent features and decent performance, and it costs a fraction of the price of its more expensive brethren. If you find yourself limited with your budget, but still want a good wireless headset, it’s certainly one to check out.
First things first, this is a pretty compact headset, and yet a comfortable one. Well, somewhat comfortable, because the headband itself isn’t all that plush – we definitely prefer the comfort of the earpads’ material instead. But compromises must be made somewhere, right? It’s still good, but not great.
The audio quality is pretty great, thanks in part to the ASTRO Audio V2 tuning, and you can easily distinguish where footsteps or gunshots are coming from in an instant. However, for listening to music, we found the bass somewhat lacking.
The microphone works great, though, and it has flip-to-mute functionality. The wireless connectivity works perfectly, too, with no latency whatsoever. Oh, and you also get over 15 hours of battery life, but you don’t get the charging dock of the more expensive models. You can still use a cable though, it’s not that much of a problem when you consider the price.
6. RazerBlackShark V2 X
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: No | Weight: 240g| Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, PC, Mac, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Affordable price
- Excellent comfort with plush earcups and headband
- Immersive, 7.1 surround sound
- Noise isolating cardioid microphone
- Lightweight design
At one point, Razer used to be a premium brand with little to no wallet-friendly products. Today, that’s all changed, and you have products like the BlackShark V2 X, an affordable wired headset, yet checks all the boxes for a good wired headset.
On the outside, this is a rather subtle design. The headband and earcups are plush and comfortable, and you’ll be able to wear them for hours at a time with no problems whatsoever. Yes, they’re that comfortable – and the weight of only 240 grams helps a bit in that regard, too.
The sound is great – Razer made sure to include the same Triforce Titanium drivers they include in the flagship BlackShark V2 Pro, and they sound really good. You also get a 7.1 surround sound, to help you with positional accuracy during gaming.
Pair this with a cardioid mic that sounds great when talking, and you’ve got yourself a winner on your hands. The BlackShark V2 X is really a great budget pick.
7. Audeze Penrose Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back, Planar Magnetic | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 320g | Drivers: 100mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mac, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Audeze 100mm planar magnetic drivers
- Low latency 2.4GHz connection + Bluetooth 5.0
- Detachable microphone
- Memory foam earcups and headband
- Audeze HQ app compatibility
Audiophiles will instantly recognize the name Audeze, as they have some of the world’s best planar magnetic headphones. Well, now they’ve decided they want a piece of the PS5 market, too, and they’ve introduced the Penrose gaming headset. This is, in true Audeze fashion, a planar magnetic headset, and boy does it sound good.
Even though the headset doesn’t look too big and bulky, you’ve got 100mm drivers. They work really well, and the sound quality is pretty much unmatched by any other pair of gaming headphones. You’ll be able to pinpoint where sounds come from with relative ease, which makes this a great choice.
The wireless connectivity can go over 2.4GHz, as a lossless signal, or via Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC and SBC support. The lossless connection also means that you can use these to enjoy music, and the sound quality will be phenomenal. Oh, and no latency there, too.
Comfort is on point, with memory foam padding that’s thick and comfortable, even when you’re wearing the Penrose for hours at a time. Add to this the detachable microphone, which by the way has great quality, and you’ve got yourself a great headset for the PS5.
8. SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 252g | Drivers: 40mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Extremely affordable price
- Plush, comfortable earcups
- Detachable, Discord-certified microphone
- Provided USB-C dongle for Switch, Android, and PC
- Steel-reinforced headband
SteelSeries’ Arctis lineup is rather extensive, but if you can’t really spend too much money on some of the higher-end models, it starts at the Arctis 1. The wireless model is a great choice for a budget headset that checks all the boxes, without price-increasing, useless features.
First things first, the comfort. Even though you don’t get the suspension design headband of the higher-end models, the headband is still pretty comfortable thanks to the thick padding. The earcups are pretty comfortable, though, which puts the overall comfort level of the Arctis 1 pretty high.
As far as sound quality goes, you get two things here. First, the drivers are the same as the higher-end Arctis 7, which speaks volumes because that headset has won quite a few awards. The microphone is the same ClearCast, Discord-certified, noise-canceling microphone, which means that your teammates will be able to hear you loud and clear, without any issues. Overall, this part of the Arctis 1 Wireless is much better than expected.
Where we found them lacking is in the overall build quality. You get a plastic headband with steel reinforcement inside, but it still feels cheap, well, because it is. If you don’t mind this, it’s a great choice for a headset.
9. Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 205g| Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, PC, Mac, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- THX 7.1 surround sound
- 50mm Triforce Titanium drivers
- Extremely comfortable design
- Removable cardioid mic
- Latency-free wireless performance
Razer’s peripherals game is pretty strong nowadays, with the company having an extensive lineup of products for just about any purpose. And if you’re looking for a headset for the PS5, the BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless should be one you take a look at.
The headset builds on the highly popular BlackShark V2 and improves it in a few key ways to make it an even sweeter deal. To begin with, the V2 Pro is wireless, and there is zero latency while gaming. The performance is great thanks to Razer’sHyperSpeed wireless technology.
The sound quality is also phenomenal – the Triforce Titanium drivers truly get you an excellent experience overall. They are clear and crisp and even deliver a great sound if you want to use them for music, too. Oh, and the THX 7.1 surround sound makes it all that much better.
Then there’s the microphone – Razer’s removable cardioid mic sounds really good in just about any scenario, and your teammates will have zero problems trying to hear you talk.
Overall, the only potential downside of the BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless could be the price – they’re far from cheap. But if this is something you can look past, it’s a great headset.
10. PlayStation Platinum Wireless Headset
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: 318g | Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PS VR, PS Vita, PC, Mac, MobileKey Features
- 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound
- 3D audio (in supported titles)
- Exclusive audio modes (in supported titles)
- Dual microphones
- Included travel pouch
When it comes to choosing a headset for your console, many people would prefer to stay with official accessories, which is why the PlayStation Platinum Wireless headset found its way on our list. This is the go-to flagship Sony headset for the PS5.
The first thing to love about this headset is the 7.1 virtual surround sound. It just sounds phenomenal, and in games it allows you to get that positional accuracy that’s crucial with first-person shooters. There’s also support for 3D audio, in supported titles, which makes things even better and makes the entire experience a lot more immersive.
As far as comfort goes, the design is brilliant. The earcups are thick and plush, and sit rather comfortably on your head, while the suspended headband design alleviates pressure from your head and adds comfort. Zero complaints here, as it’s an extremely comfortable headset.
Last but not least, Sony has included two mics with noise cancellation, so you can communicate with your teammates without any problems. All things considered, it’s a nice headset, just a tad overpriced for what it is.
11. Astro A10
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: No | Weight: 346g | Drivers: 40mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, PC, Mac, MobileKey Features
- Durable construction
- Comfortable headband and plush earcups
- Detachable cable
- Clear unidirectional microphone
- Wallet-friendly price
Even though the A10 sits at the bottom of Astro’s range of headsets for the PlayStation system, they’re still an excellent choice for many, and for quite a lot of reasons. They come in various colors, so you can get one that fits your style best, and performance is pretty good, too.
To begin with, you get a durable construction, and overall the headset feels like it punches above its weight in this category. Comfort is also pretty great, with a headband that seems stiff, but is actually pretty comfortable, and thick, plush ear cups. The adjustment system is a bit tricky, though, and whether or not the A10 fit your head is something you’ll need to try out for yourself.
The sound quality is great because even though this is a budget headset, it still gets the ASTRO Audio treatment. There’s no virtual 7.1 surround system here, which is to be expected, but it still sounds pretty great in a variety of situations.
Last but not least, the flip-to-mute microphone has decent quality and eliminates quite a lot of background noise with ease. If you don’t want to spend too much on a headset and don’t mind going wired, the A10 is a good choice.
12. Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes | Weight: Unknown | Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC, Mobile, SwitchKey Features
- Beefy, durable design
- 50mm Nanoclear drivers
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Flip-to-mute microphone
- 20-hour battery life
If you don’t mind a bulkier headset and would rather get a long battery life and, quite frankly, great performance, the Stealth 700 Gen 2 should be right up your alley. It’s a wireless headset by Turtle Beach that does come in at a pretty high price tag, but it brings along plenty of functionality that you’ll love.
To begin with, we mentioned a long battery life. When you use the mini-USB connection, you can get up to 20 hours of battery. Bluetooth might give you a bit more, but that does introduce a bit of latency, so it’s a matter of what you prefer.
The sound quality with the Stealth 700 is really good. You have precision-tuned 50mm Nanoclear drivers, which give you crisp, undistorted audio, and the entire experience is pretty immersive and rather realistic.
Comfort is on point here, too, with earcups that are thicker than anything else we’ve seen, and full of Aerofit cooling gel-infused memory foam, which keeps your ears cool, and you comfortable, even during extended gaming sessions in the summer heat.
Pair everything we said with the redesigned flip-to-mute microphone, and you’ve got yourself one of the best PS5 headsets out there.
13. HyperX Cloud Stinger Wireless
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: Yes| Weight: 270g | Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PCKey Features
- Lightweight design
- Comfortable memory foam earcups and headband
- Wireless range of up to 40 feet
- Enhanced bass reproduction
- Swivel-to-mute microphone
The entire HyperX lineup of headsets is famous for the levels of comfort they provide, and the Cloud Stinger is no exception. It might be the wallet-friendly one, sure, but it still punches above its weight in terms of quality and performance.
As we mentioned, comfort here is as good as it comes. Both the thick memory foam ear cups, and the headband, are wrapped in leatherette, and they fit really well even during extended gaming sessions. The weight of only 270 grams certainly helps here, too.
Sound quality, even though this is a budget wireless headset, is still great. The 50mm drivers get you a rather rich sound, with all the tones sounding pretty good both while gaming, and while listening to music. The microphone is also noise canceling, and if you’d like to mute it, you can just flip it upwards.
Another thing we loved is the wireless range and battery life. You can use the HyperX Cloud Stinger at up to 40 feet, and you can game for about 17 hours before you need to charge it. You also get audio controls on the earcups themselves, and this does add quite a lot of convenience when you don’t want to change the software settings all the time.
At this price, it’s certainly a great choice for a good headset for the PS5.
14. EPOS Sennheiser GSP 300
Specifications
Acoustic Design: Closed Back | Wireless: No | Weight: 290g | Drivers: 50mm | Compatibility: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, PC, Mac, Switch, MobileKey Features
- EPOS engineered audio
- Lift-to-mute microphone
- Intuitive volume control
- Ergonomic and very comfortable design
- Multiplatform compatibility
EPOS has a few headsets made together with Sennheiser, and the GSP 300 is the go-to gaming headset for people who want to stay within a certain budget, but still get good sound quality and comfort. You also get Sennheiser’s reputation backing these up, so let’s take a look at this wired headset.
The sound is tuned by EPOS, and we actually like how they sound. Pinpointing enemies is pretty easy, and none of the tones are overpowering – we’d even say they lack a bit in the bass department. Not something you should mind with games, though. The mic is great as well, and you can lift-to-mute if you need to be quiet quickly.
Comfort, however, is top-notch. You’ll notice the massive earcups that host the 50mm drivers, and the plush padding on them is excellent for extended gaming sessions. There’s also the padding on the headband, which is soft and comfortable and won’t cause your head to overheat when you’re playing for a few hours.
The only thing that we didn’t really love is the design of the headset, but this is a pretty individual thing, and if you think that you like them, by all means, go for them.
Final Thoughts
These are the best PS5 gaming headsets currently available. We based this collection of the PS5 headset on factors such as good sound and mic quality, design, comfort, and aesthetics. Now all you have to do is choose the one that best fits your budget.
