The 6 Best Wireless Gaming Headsets – Summer 2023: Reviews
- Table of Contents
- Intro
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Best Headset
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Best Upper Mid-Range
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Best Mid-Range
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Best Budget
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Best Cheap
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Best ANC
- Notable Mentions
- Recent Updates
- All Reviews
- Discussions
Updated Jul 04, 2023 at 04:13 pm
By Kieran Dunn
Wireless technologies have greatly improved over time. Consequently, it’s now possible to pick a great wireless gaming headset with low enough latency that you’re not bothered by the delay when playing your favorite games. If you play multiplayer games, a nice-sounding microphone ensures your teammates and friends can hear you. Some are even Bluetooth-compatible, so you can mix in your music while playing or use the headset as day-to-day wireless headphones.
We’ve bought and tested over 720 headphones, and below are our recommendations for the best wireless gaming headsets to buy. If you’re looking for headsets with a specific gaming system in mind, check out our recommendations for the best gaming headsets, the best Xbox One headsets, and the best PS4 gaming headsets.
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Best Wireless Gaming Headset
Audeze Maxwell Wireless
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The best wireless gaming headset we’ve tested is the Audeze Maxwell Wireless.
These feature-packed headphones come in an Xbox or PlayStation variant, so ensure you get the right version for your needs. Their planar magnetic drivers also help them stand out from the rest of the picks on this list, which have dynamic drivers. This allows them to produce a more extended bass, ensure low distortion, and create a more immersive soundstage than dynamic headphones, like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless.There’s a caveat, though: they’re pretty heavy due to their drivers, and while they have a ski-band headband to help distribute their weight, they can still cause fatigue over time. Since the headband only has three levels of adjustment, it can also be tricky to get a good fit, and you’ll notice a drop in bass delivery if you have thick hair or wear glasses. Out of the box, these headphones have a fairly neutral and versatile sound, but you can adjust their sound to your liking using their companion app’s EQ presets. They also come with a removable boom mic and an integrated mic.
If you’re gaming with others, you’ll want to stick with the boom mic, which offers better overall performance, ensuring you’re heard clearly, even in noisy environments. They last over 77 hours continuously, support Bluetooth, and have low latency, so your audio and visuals stay in sync during the heat of the moment. Unfortunately, these headphones are hard to find in stock and are back-ordered through some retailers, but they’re worth the wait if you don’t mind pre-ordering them.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Gaming Headset
Astro A30 Wireless
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Dynamic
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The Astro A30 Wireless is the best wireless headset for gaming in the upper mid-range that we’ve tested.
Depending on which variant you buy, these over-ears are also compatible with either Xbox or PlayStation. While they don’t last as long as the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, their over 40-hour continuous playback time is still enough to get you through long gaming sessions. Their wireless USB dongle also provides a low-latency connection to keep audio lag at bay.They have a decently comfortable fit with silicone padding that feels good against your skin. However, they feel stiff, and if you wear glasses, they can put pressure on the sides of your head. Out-of-the-box, their excited sound profile delivers extra thump and boom to action-packed games. Their companion software includes a graphic EQ so you can adjust them. Unfortunately, the mic’s recording quality is just okay, so your voice will sound clear but thin during multiplayer games. That said, it can effectively separate your voice from noise, so the sound of traffic outside your window won’t drown you out.
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Best Mid-Range Wireless Gaming Headset
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless [7, 7P, 7X]
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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless is the best wireless headset for gaming in the mid-range we’ve tested. Stepping down in price means that headphones at this price point won’t feel as premium as the Astro A30 Wireless. However, they’re more comfortable. They also come in three console-specific variants, though the 7X variant will give you the most versatility since it’s wirelessly compatible with both Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Thanks to their USB dongle, they have low latency, ensuring that your audio and visuals stay in sync during the heat of gameplay.
They even support Bluetooth, so you can stay connected to your PC and console simultaneously, and they last over 33 hours continuously.
Their mic offers good overall performance, and teammates will have no problem hearing you clearly, even in noisy environments. Their bass-rich sound profile is also well-suited for action-packed gameplay as they deliver satisfying thump, punch, and warmth. While dialogue and instruments are veiled, you can customize their sound using their companion software’s graphic EQ and presets.Unfortunately, their soundstage isn’t very spacious or immersive since they’re closed-back. However, this design can help block background noise like ambient chatter and reduce audio bleed. Check out the Razer Barracuda Wireless if you want a slightly cheaper option. They have a longer continuous battery life and more low-bass, but their mid-range isn’t as neutral, and their mic isn’t as good.
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Best Budget Wireless Gaming Headset
Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless
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If you want to spend a little less, the Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless are the best wireless gaming headphones in the budget category that we’ve tested. These headphones have a simple plastic build, and you can’t detach or retract their mic. However, if that doesn’t deter you, they have what you need in an affordable pair of wireless headphones, thanks to their low latency via USB dongle and over 35 hours of continuous playback time. Their soundstage also feels open, wide, and natural, creating a more immersive gaming experience.
These over-ears have a well-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box. Although they lack low-bass, they have a bit of extra boom to help emphasize sound effects in your game.
Dialogue and instruments also sound clear and detailed. However, the headphones are prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, so it’s important to take the time to adjust their fit to your liking. Luckily, they’re compatible with Logitech G HUB software, so you can tweak their sound using the graphic EQ and presets.See our review
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Best Cheap Wireless Gaming Headset
Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless
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If you’re looking for something that won’t break the bank, the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless are the best wireless gaming headphones at this price point.
These over-ear headphones are made and marketed for young teens and have some unique features as a result. Most noticeably, they have a built-in volume limiter that prevents your audio from going past a chosen threshold. It could come in handy if you’re looking to save your hearing, but it could also be annoying if you like to crank your game for the most immersive possible experience.Additionally, their younger demographic means these fit a little small, which may make them uncomfortable to wear for adults with bigger heads. Out of the box, these headphones have a slightly warm sound profile. There’s a touch of extra boomy bass to your mix, which will help emphasize gunshots and explosions. They’re well-balanced across most of the rest of the range, which will ensure that dialogue and footsteps are present and clear.
However, sibilants, like S and T sounds in dialogue, sound dull. They don’t come with a companion app to change their sound profile, and they leak a lot of audio, so anyone in the room may also hear your game at high volumes.
Fortunately, these headphones have a nearly 20-hour battery life, lasting several matches without recharging.See our review
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Best Bluetooth Gaming Headset With ANC
Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless
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Closed-Back
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Transducer
Dynamic
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Mic
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If you game in noisy environments, you’ll want to check out the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless. Unlike other picks on this list, these headphones have a hybrid casual/gaming design with features that are the best of both worlds.
While they have a wireless USB dongle if you want to game on PC and PlayStation consoles with fairly low latency, they also support Bluetooth, so you can game on your Nintendo Switch or mobile device. They also have noise cancelling (ANC) and can block out a great amount of sound, like traffic from an open window and ambient chatter, so you can focus on your audio. With their ANC on, they last over 34 hours continuously.Although they’re less well-built than the similarly-priced Astro A30 Wireless, they fit more comfortably. They also have a neutral sound with a touch of extra bass to help emphasize sound effects in gameplay. Depending on the device you’re connected to, you can access either their PC or smartphone app, and both offer a graphic EQ and presets to help you finetune their sound. For more customization, they support THX Spatial Audio, a virtual soundstage feature that can help immerse you in your audio. That said, they only have an integrated mic, and while it can capture your voice clearly, it has trouble separating speech from loud background noise.
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These feature-packed headphones come in an Xbox or PlayStation variant, so ensure you get the right version for your needs. Their planar magnetic drivers also help them stand out from the rest of the picks on this list, which have dynamic drivers. This allows them to produce a more extended bass, ensure low distortion, and create a more immersive soundstage than dynamic headphones, like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless.
Depending on which variant you buy, these over-ears are also compatible with either Xbox or PlayStation. While they don’t last as long as the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, their over 40-hour continuous playback time is still enough to get you through long gaming sessions. Their wireless USB dongle also provides a low-latency connection to keep audio lag at bay.
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Their mic offers good overall performance, and teammates will have no problem hearing you clearly, even in noisy environments. Their bass-rich sound profile is also well-suited for action-packed gameplay as they deliver satisfying thump, punch, and warmth. While dialogue and instruments are veiled, you can customize their sound using their companion software’s graphic EQ and presets.
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Dialogue and instruments also sound clear and detailed. However, the headphones are prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery, so it’s important to take the time to adjust their fit to your liking. Luckily, they’re compatible with Logitech G HUB software, so you can tweak their sound using the graphic EQ and presets.
These over-ear headphones are made and marketed for young teens and have some unique features as a result. Most noticeably, they have a built-in volume limiter that prevents your audio from going past a chosen threshold. It could come in handy if you’re looking to save your hearing, but it could also be annoying if you like to crank your game for the most immersive possible experience.
Fortunately, these headphones have a nearly 20-hour battery life, lasting several matches without recharging.
While they have a wireless USB dongle if you want to game on PC and PlayStation consoles with fairly low latency, they also support Bluetooth, so you can game on your Nintendo Switch or mobile device. They also have noise cancelling (ANC) and can block out a great amount of sound, like traffic from an open window and ambient chatter, so you can focus on your audio. With their ANC on, they last over 34 hours continuously.
Notable Mentions
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox:
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless are high-end gaming headphones with noise cancelling, and come with a DAC that allows you to customize your settings on the fly. However, the Audeze Maxwell Wireless have a more neutral sound profile out-of-the-box and longer continuous battery life.
See our review - Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless:
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless are high-end gaming headphones with a wireless dock station to recharge one of their two swappable battery packs and have noise cancelling (ANC) to help reduce background noise while gaming. However, unlike the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, they can’t be used wired, and their sound profile isn’t as flat or neutral.
See our review - Logitech G PRO X WIRELESS LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset:
The Logitech G PRO X WIRELESS LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset is a customizable gaming headset with low latency and good overall mic performance. The mic is detachable, unlike the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless. However, users have reported the hinges on their units breaking over time, meaning they may have issues with long-term durability.
See our review - SteelSeries Arctis 7+ Wireless:
The SteelSeries Arctis 7+ Wireless are very customizable headphones, thanks to their Sonar software support, which offers a parametric EQ and presets plus robust mic controls. However, their microphone performance isn’t as good as the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless.
See our review - Xbox Wireless Headset:
The Xbox Wireless Headset is a good alternative to the Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless for Xbox users. You can connect these headphones to Xbox consoles via Xbox Wireless technology and USB. However, they have a very bass-heavy, out-of-the-box sound profile and struggle to deliver audio consistently.
See our review - Razer Kaira Pro Wireless for Xbox:
The Razer Kaira Pro Wireless for Xbox are gaming headphones that support Xbox Wireless with low latency. They also support Bluetooth and can be customized via their companion software. However, this continuous battery life is shorter than the Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless, and their sound profile is uneven.
See our review - HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless:
The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless are usually around the same price as the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless, but they can be hard to find in stock online. They stand out from the pack due to their outstandingly long continuous battery life of over 300 hours, getting you through a whole tournament without needing a recharge. However, they lack extra bells and whistles, like ANC or Bluetooth support.
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The mic is detachable, unlike the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless. However, users have reported the hinges on their units breaking over time, meaning they may have issues with long-term durability.
Recent Updates
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Jul 04, 2023:
We’ve validated that these picks are still the best gaming headsets for their respective categories.
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Jun 06, 2023:
We’ve added the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless to the Notable Mentions. -
May 12, 2023:
We’ve replaced the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless with the Audeze Maxwell Wireless and moved the SteelSeries to Notable Mentions. We’ve also renamed ‘Best Bluetooth Gaming Headset With Integrated Mic’ to ‘Best Bluetooth Gaming Headset With ANC’ to better highlight ANC gaming headsets. -
Mar 10, 2023:
Moved the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless to Notable Mentions due to stock issues. Added the Razer Barracuda Wireless as a cheaper option to the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless and added the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless as our pick for the ‘Best Cheap Wireless Gaming Headset’.
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Feb 10, 2023:
We’ve replaced the Razer Barracuda Wireless with the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless and changed the category to ‘Best Bluetooth Gaming Headset With An Integrated Mic’.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best wireless gaming headsets to buy for most people in each price range. We factor in the price (cheaper headphones win over pricier ones if the difference isn’t worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no headphones that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to choose for yourself, here is the list of all our reviews for wireless headphones, ranked by their suitability for wireless gaming. Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect headphones, and your personal taste, gaming preference, and playing style will matter more in your selection.
Audeze Maxwell gaming headset review
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Our Verdict
You can’t really call a $300 wireless headset good value, but you won’t find a better-sounding set of cable-free gaming cans at this price anywhere. The planar magnetic drivers deliver classically glorious Audeze audiophile sound, bringing any game world to vivid life completely wirelessly, too.
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I’m a naughty audiophile.
Thankfully the new Audeze Maxwell gaming headset means I no longer have to be. You see, I love really good audio. I love the tingle down my spine that accompanies listening to a tune you know really well, but suddenly hearing something new in it; I love getting immersed in an all-encompassing game world now brought to vivid life, all because of the hardware I’m using.
But I’m also intrinsically lazy. It’s a curse.
And that curse means I would rather not have to deal with the special hassle of wired headphones even if I know that I’m getting an objectively worse aural experience as a result. That’s why I ditched the beautiful-sounding Audeze LCD-1 wired headphones from my home PC setup in favour of the cable-free Razer BlackShark V2 Pro.
Not that the wireless Razer cans are bad—they honestly sound as good, if not better, than the HyperX Cloud Alpha, which is high praise from me—but they just don’t come close to the warmth or tonal clarity of a good set of planar magnetic headphones, of which the LCD-1s are, well, one.
The BlackShark V2 Pro is, however, a wireless gaming headset; the freedom of movement, and general quality of life, that affords trumps the sound for me in general use.
Maxwell specs
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Style: Over-ear, closed-back
Driver: 90mm planar magnetic
Frequency response: 10Hz – 50,000Hz
Microphone: Internal beamforming, detachable hypercardioid boom
Battery life: 80+hours (@80dBA)
Connection: 2.4GHz wireless (Type-C dongle), Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C cable, 3.5mm analogue cable
Weight: 490g
Price: $299 | £319
But the Audeze Maxwell means I no longer have to make that compromise, because I can have both planar magnetic drivers, gorgeous sound, and a wireless gaming headset in one. In fairness, Audeze has already created such a gaming headset in its Penrose, but it lacked either the battery life or the high-res audio chops of this new updated Maxwell design.
So what’s my obsessive deal with planar magnetic drivers? Your standard gaming headset uses dynamic drivers, which operate on a principle largely similar to traditional speakers. They have a cone-shaped diaphragm that is vibrated using a single magnet, and a magnetised coil, to generate sound. It’s relatively simple, but creates a distinct shape of wavefront as the sound hits your ears.
With planar magnetic drivers, however, you (generally) have a pair of magnets either side of a flat diaphragm. Essentially, the way they generate sound waves is the same—using electrical currents to interact with the magnetic fields and move the diaphragm—but because of the wider, flatter structure of the driver the way the sound hits your ears is broader and more natural.
This is why planar magnetic drivers are able to create such a natural soundstage, and why I think they are the best technology for gaming headsets if you want to deeply immerse yourself in your chosen game world.
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The main issue, though, is they end up being rather heavy as a result of the larger magnets.
And in a wireless headset, that has to also contend with an added battery. Together the weight can become an issue. At 490g, the Audeze Maxwell is heavy, and there’s no getting away from that. But thankfully the design of the headband and ear cups is such that I’ve never felt fatigued from wearing them, even after long gaming sessions.
The leather-looking head strap means the band is suspended on your head and the ear cups press in gently from the side. I’ve had headsets that fairly try and crush your jaw because of the force with which they try and grip onto your skull, conversely the Maxwell has never felt like it’s got me in death grip. That said, it’s secure and the asymmetrical design of the ear cups means you get a good fit and therefore some decent passive noise cancelling, too.
I’m into the overall aesthetic as well. The old Penrose looked and felt a little too ‘gamer’ for my tastes, and the more classic styling of the Maxwell works for me, and is more in keeping with Audeze’s standard audiophile headphones.
It’s worth noting there are two discrete designs of the headset, however: an Xbox and a PlayStation version. The difference is either green or blue accents and an included Dolby Atmos license with the Xbox set.
For the PC user I’d recommend the PlayStation version; it’s a little cheaper at $299, instead of $329, and you’re not really losing any functionality. You’re still getting all the goodness of the 90mm PM drivers, and all the same controls. Those are built into the left-hand ear cup, giving you the ability to adjust volume, game/chat mix, mic mute, and AI noise cancelling, too.
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In terms of the actual connection, you have four choices. You can either connect through an analogue 3.5mm jack, a USB type-C cable, Bluetooth 5.3, or a low latency 2.4GHz wireless connection via an included USB type-C dongle. You can also set it up with both Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless at the same time, though that doesn’t mean you can hear both at the same time.
If it’s connected to your phone and PC then if you get a call it will auto-switch to the Bluetooth input so you can chat.
And it’s all super quick, and pretty slick. We’re pretty used to latency not being an issue with 2.4GHz wireless, but Maxwell also allows for high-res audio to be flung over that wireless connection. With the Penrose you were limited to 16bit/48KHz, but the Maxwell goes all the way up to 24-bit/96KHz audio. If you were after proper audiophile wireless chops, Audeze has delivered here, and in a gaming headset.
The Bluetooth connection is rapid, too. I’ve gamed on a bunch of different wireless earbuds recently with the Steam Deck and hooked up to GeForce Now on my Nvidia Shield device, and few deal with the latency issues without some disappointing audio issues. The Maxwell happily connected to my Shield and delivered a gaming experience that was imperceptibly different to the wireless experience I had on my PC, the connection is that quick.
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I’d stop typing just to listen slack-jawed to what was going into my earholes.
And then there’s the audio. Ah, it’s just great.
It honestly doesn’t matter whether you’re listening to high-res music (Tidal Master is my jam) or you’re gaming, the Audeze Maxwell headset is able to deliver a sometimes astonishing aural experience. The main thing, for me, is the level of clarity and tonal separation I get with this headset—it’s right up there with the best audiophile headphones I’ve ever used. That means being able to pick out and isolate practically any sound pumping at your ears, and it’s that which makes listening to music you know well such a joy.
Suddenly hearing a bassline you’d never picked out before can be a real stop-what-you’re-doing moment. And I had a bunch of those wearing the Maxwell headset during testing, where I’d stop gaming or typing just to listen slack-jawed to what was going into my earholes.
Something that has surprised me is that I’ve not really needed to burn them in, as I have with other planar magnetic headphones I’ve used, even my previous Audeze set.
Previously, such headphones might sound a little too detailed out of the box, and potentially that made them a little sharp and spikey. But after a period of use they would warm up to the point where they become warmer and deliver a richer sound. The Maxwell headset, however, sounds great from the instant I hooked it up.
One of the really impressive things is the natural soundscape the drivers deliver even with a closed back operating principle. Normally you’d only get that expansive sound from an open back headset, yet the Maxwell offers clarity and excellent positional audio cues from your gaming environment. The flat wavefront of the planar magnetic drivers is what leads to that more natural experience as opposed to the targeted, shaped wavefront dynamic drivers deliver direct at your ears.
The other benefit of using planar magnetic drivers is the bass response. They can really plumb the depths of either bass-heavy music, or make you really feel the ‘splodes. They’re also far more capable of cutting the bass when it’s no longer being generated, and that makes it feel far more punchy, too.
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Finally, there’s the microphone, which is generally the weakest part of a gaming headset. We have, however, seen improvements in this sphere recently, what with Audio-Technica’s StreamSet absolutely nailing it. I’m not going to call the Maxwell’s detachable boom mic broadcast quality, but I’ve been impressed with its clarity, too. There’s also a noise filter you can access at the press of a button, which will help with background noise. On its highest setting you can sound a little robotic, but it’s decent for sure.
There’s also a fall-back option of internal mics using beamforming to capture your voice. For me, it’s an emergency backup if you just want to quickly chat without having to plug in the boom mic, but makes the Maxwell supremely versatile.
What about battery life? I’ve been using the headset for weeks now and have only had to charge it a couple of times. Audeze is quoting an 80+ hour battery life, and I’m not going to argue with that, it’s certainly there or thereabouts.
It’s also incredibly quick charging via USB type-C; you can pump the battery up by 25% in just 20 minutes.
The weakest part of the package, however—and it always seems to be the way of things in tech—is the software. The Audeze HQ app is clunky at best, inadequate at worst. Thankfully, you don’t ever really need to go into the application itself because all the controls are available directly on the headset. But there are oddities, such as the EQ settings that offer six different presets, and another four presumably editable ones. Except there’s no capability to do that. There’s also supposed to be a five-band equalizer for the mic, so you can tune it “to sound just right” except again the software doesn’t give you access to that.
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The best aural experience you’re going to get in a gaming headset.
That’s certainly not a deal-breaker for me, however, all I want the Maxwell to do is sound great over wireless and not run out of battery during my game time.
And in that it excels. In fact, I’m finding it hard to justify any other high-end wireless gaming headset on the market. The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless has that exceptional battery life, and the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is a little more affordable still, but if you’re after audiophile sound in a wireless headset nothing else comes close to the Maxwell. Certainly not for the money.
Sure, $299 is a lot of cash to drop on any peripheral, but that’s not a lot of cash to spend on a planar magnetic headset, even less so on one that’s capable of high-res audio over wireless to boot. It’s certainly a better value bundle than the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro, our previous favourite high-end headset, and a better-sounding one, too.
The Audeze Maxwell is absolutely now my daily driver of a headset. It services both my desire for wireless freedom and my pretentious audiophile pretentions, and it’s just the best aural experience you’re going to get in a gaming headset.
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You can’t really call a $300 wireless headset good value, but you won’t find a better-sounding set of cable-free gaming cans at this price anywhere.
The planar magnetic drivers deliver classically glorious Audeze audiophile sound, bringing any game world to vivid life completely wirelessly, too.
Dave has been gaming since the days of Zaxxon and Lady Bug on the Colecovision, and code books for the Commodore Vic 20 (Death Race 2000!). He built his first gaming PC at the tender age of 16, and finally finished bug-fixing the Cyrix-based system around a year later. When he dropped it out of the window. He first started writing for Official PlayStation Magazine and Xbox World many decades ago, then moved onto PC Format full-time, then PC Gamer, TechRadar, and T3 among others. Now he’s back, writing about the nightmarish graphics card market, CPUs with more cores than sense, gaming laptops hotter than the sun, and SSDs more capacious than a Cybertruck.
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