A good gaming headset can make all the difference when you’re teaming up online. You need to be able to hear your environment and your allies with clarity, without one being drowned out by the other. Nobody likes sweaty ears, either. Luckily, there are quite a few headsets out there that fit the bill—no matter what console, computer, or device you game on.
If you’re looking to go completely wirefree, check out our Best Wireless Gaming Headsets guide. Here are our favorite corded or cord-optional headsets of 2021.
Updated March 2021: We’ve added the Audeze Penrose, Logitech G333, and adjusted prices throughout this guide.
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