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By Joe Julians\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Monday, 15 November 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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If you are on the hunt for a new gaming headset, then one quick search of the web will show that you have more choice out there than you may expect. More and more companies are getting in on the gaming headset business, and prices range from budget to premium and everything in between.<\/p>\n

Whether you want to be wired or wireless, and no matter your budget, you should find one that meets your needs, but a guide to the best out there will definitely come in handy \u2013 and that is what we have for you right here.<\/p>\n

So if you are looking to pick one up or want to pop one on your Christmas list, here is your guide to some of the best and the most powerful gaming headsets out there.<\/p>\n

How to choose the best gaming headset<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Before you start your gaming headset hunt, here are some key things you will want to consider!<\/p>\n
Price:\u00a0<\/strong>There are many gaming headsets you can buy, and the cost will vary significantly. Keep in mind that just because one may well be pricey, it does not automatically mean it is the best, and you could get something just as good for considerably less.<\/li>\n
Read the reviews: <\/strong>With as much choice as there is on the shelves now, relying on the reviews of others is more important than ever. So, pick about three or four sites that you trust, and see what they had to say about the gaming headset that you are looking at \u2013 if there is a glaring issue, then one of them should have spotted it at least.<\/li>\n
Check what they work with:\u00a0<\/strong>This one is key \u2013 check your device of choice supports the headset before buying. This is especially true now we are in a new generation of consoles as many headsets, even premium ones, will not work without buying extras.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
Best gaming headsets at a glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The best Xbox headset: <\/strong>Lucidsound LS50X<\/a><\/li>\n
The best multipurpose gaming headset: <\/strong>Razer Baracuda X<\/a><\/li>\n
The best wired headset: <\/strong>EPOS H3<\/a><\/li>\n
The best gaming earbuds: <\/strong>Razer Hammerhead buds<\/a><\/li>\n
The best budget gaming headset: <\/strong>Turtle Beach Recon 500<\/a><\/li>\n
The best Bluetooth gaming headset: <\/strong>Razer Opus X<\/a><\/li>\n
The best gaming headset microphone: <\/strong>Logitech Pro X<\/a><\/li>\n
The best for battery life: <\/strong>HyperX Cloud II Wireless<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
Best gaming headsets to buy in 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Lucidsound LS50X<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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LucidSound<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
The best Xbox headset<\/strong><\/p>\n
Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Fantastic audio<\/li>\n
Super comfortable<\/li>\n
Loads of features<\/li>\n<\/ul>
Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Controls can be fiddly<\/li>\n
No wireless connection for PlayStation users<\/li>\n<\/ul>
You may find that the controls can take some getting used to with the Lucidsound LS50X, but once you master them, you will find that you have a truly impressive headset that will give you audio that more than does the job. Not only that, but it remains comfy to wear, and while it is less than ideal for PlayStation players, Xbox users will likely be delighted with the purchase.<\/p>\n
Read the full Lucidsound LS50X review<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>
Buy the Lucidsound LS50X for <\/strong>\u00a3175.99 at Amazon<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n