How do you choose a PC gaming headset?
Choose a PC gaming headset
As a true PC gamer, you want to get the best experience. Think about what you want and answer the following questions.
- Does your gaming setup have the right connectors?
- Do you want stereo or surround sound audio?
- Do you want to change your game and chat audio?
- Do you want to game comfortably and focused?
Do you prefer to game wired or wirelessly?
Before you choose a gaming headset, we recommend checking your connectors. For example, do you have a 3.5mm input on your PC for your wired headset? You often have to connect wireless gaming headsets via a USB-A dongle. Check whether you have an empty USB-A input available for the dongle. Don't want to worry about connectors at all? We recommend a gaming headset with Bluetooth, which you can connect to your PC without an extra accessory.
Do you want stereo or surround sound?
Stereo
Gaming headsets with stereo sound are great for casual gamers. With this sound reproduction, you'll hear the in-game audio through 2 speakers. Thanks to this, you can enjoy your games even if you have a smaller budget. Don't expect great differences in pitch or the direction of the noise.
Surround sound
Do you want to experience your games with spatial audio and be able to hear exactly from which direction your enemies are coming? A gaming headset with surround sound is what you're looking for. These gaming headsets use algorithms and multiple speakers, so you can enjoy your games with spatial audio.
Do you want to change your game and chat audio?
Do you want to get the most out of your gaming headset? Choose brands that have their own software. Examples are CORSAIR, JBL, and SteelSeries. With these software, you can adjust the pitch you want to emphasize. These software also have settings for the microphone of your gaming headset. That way, you'll be in full control over the audio of your games.
Do you want to game comfortably?
The ear cushions of gaming headsets are made of different materials. Don't you game often? Fabric ear cushions are often good enough. Do you like to play for hours back to back and do you want a little more comfort? We recommend a gaming headset with leather or foam ear cushions filled with memory foam. That way, the gaming headset will close you off completely and you can game comfortably.
Do you want to be focused while gaming?
If you really want to focus on your favorite games, noise canceling is the solution. This filters ambient noise, like the noise of the television. This allows you to focus on your game and you won't get distracted, which is useful during a game of Call of Duty.
