Gaming headsets are often overlooked by the masses when their television speakers get the job done, but headsets are actually an essential accessory. The best Xbox headsets even give you an edge in multiplayer, being able to hear enemies close in on you. They’re also integral in allowing players to immerse themselves like never before. With the Xbox Series X|S’s backward compatibility with all Xbox One accessories, you have a huge selection to choose from. There are also a number of great headsets that have released in the past couple years as well. So read on if you’re looking for the best Xbox headsets 2023 has to offer.
If you want to eliminate the cord that goes from the controller to your headphones, however, there are plenty of wireless headset options too. The nice thing about them is that most don’t require a USB dongle to connect wirelessly (most PS4 wireless headsets do, for example). Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless technology allows you to quickly pair with your Xbox sans dongle. Wireless models that require dongles are specifically noted below.
In making these picks, we focused mainly on a few key variables, including design and build quality, comfort and sound quality, as well as extra features — think noise cancellation, noise isolation, surround sound, detachable microphone and Bluetooth connectivity — along with price. We also took mic quality into consideration, because that’s especially important if your gaming session requires group coordination. If you can’t be heard, you can’t strategize.
Finally, so far as we know, all of the Xbox One wireless headsets listed here will also work with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
With those basics established, let’s talk about the wireless gaming headsets on this list. These are the results of our own home-based testing, updated periodically, as well as some of the other most popular gaming headsets on the market at the moment. Any of these picks for the best Xbox headset 2023 has to offer can greatly enhance your gaming experience, especially when settling in for a long gaming session.
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