Xbox Series X Headsets | $10 vs $100 vs $200

The official Xbox Wireless Headset is out and one of the big selling points of it is the quality and list of features you get for only $100, so to help put this in context let's look at more expensive and cheaper options.
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[@francisyorkmorgan3987]

Testing headsets with your ears covered is great! Next, let’s test TVs with sunglasses on.

[@iBrisly]

Just a “buyer beware” from my experience. I bought the $100 series x wireless headset in this video and it was great sound wise, but once I joined an Xbox party with friends to test the mic, it literally picks up EVERY background noise there is. TV in a different room, ceiling fan, you name it. My friends could hear the sticks and buttons of my controllers loudly, every click I made. I did loads of troubleshooting, firmware updates, setting tweaks, all to no avail. Nothing would fix the sensitivity of this mic. I ended of returning it and buying the Arctis 7x for $50 more and am beyond please with that purchase. For some reason none of these reviewers talk about the mic sensitivity of this $100 headset, however if you google there is plenty of forums complaining about this exact issue and they’re all still waiting on a software fix from Microsoft for a resolution. Again this was just my experience, hopefully it saves someone some time and helps you rethink before you buy..

[@adambull6561]

Same I'm trying to find a decent headset that cuts out background noise as I play in a room where my family talks shit 🤣🤣🤣

[@Futura2500]

Hi everyone, solution here: settings -> devices -> accessories -> select the xheadset -> configure -> auto-mute -> select the level you need (I set high).

[@lum1notryc828]

Did u use auto mute?....

[@Aukejorrit]

I have the regular Arctis 9 for work and gaming on my laptop and switch. It feels amazing, sounds brilliant and works so great! The duality of bluetooth and wireless is so handy! I just love it so much!

[@bennyh1597]

He didn't mention that the headset can turn on your Xbox

[@edwinjonah]

Didn't know this, sounds cool

[@optimusprime5166]

Turtle Beach can do the same.

[@willziak]

@@optimusprime5166 well he’s not talking about Turtle Beach is he? If you want a Turtle Beach, then buy a Turtle Beach

[@optimusprime5166]

@@willziak did you know that you can turn on your xbox with a xbox controller.

[@July9326]

@@optimusprime5166 did you know that you can turn on your xbox by pushing the power button on it.

[@PressStartOnce]

It also comes with 6 months of Dolby Atmos and it sounds amazing once set up.

[@sokolomuri8836]

using the new office premises (Jonathan old office 😉). You guys were both amazing when you worked together and you are amazing with what you have achieved so far.

[@BlueAce1914]

Great Vid Sir clear and concise. You earned my sub

[@metv1221]

Proud owner of the Xbox Wireless Headset... Like the sound produce, especially after the EQ tweaks... Great value, X gonna give to you! I've slept in these listening to music while gaming and when I woke up xbox was off, but my music from phone still beaten... Get these if you don't know what to get and you won't be mad guaranteed.

[@duck433]

Thank you there amazing

[@jennymaks]

I've heard they're quite small though

[@bobyouwillneverknow2113]

Just ordered. SO EXCITED

[@n4ppyboyx]

Its pretty crazy what xbox has done. Only significant differentiators are really comfort(subjective) and audio quality (and even this is subjective) and on top of that the Xbox headset has an equalizer so you can tune the sound to your liking!

[@maccaplays6921]

Love the video, keep it up bro

[@Noseycone]

I just got the turtle beach stealth version 2 and they’re really good only downside is connectivity takes a bit when going back and forth from PC to Xbox tempted to check out the official Xbox headphones

[@elliott4299]

A better upgrade is probably a compatable external microphone and some chunky open backs (Especially good when playing single player experiences)

[@Kappa-G]

I hope we can have a mic test fot his kind of video, but still pretty good.

[@DishonestTrack6]

I think it's a good idea to make a top 10 accessories list now.

[@omegapharaoh6978]

I want your Ashoka beanie sooo BAD 😭😭

[@dafuq545]

10$ headset gang wya

[@Person-wk4hy]

Here

[@mr6tredex448]

Don’t know can’t hear you 😂😂😂😂

[@lilliehuse3810]

Right here

[@Person-wk4hy]

MR6TREDEX :(

[@TechyJaks]

@@mr6tredex448LOOL

[@mohammadyousef6710]

Also coming from experience with the new Xbox headset it comes with Dolby atoms (yes you have to pay 14 bucks) which is a great feature and well worth the extra 14 bucks to enhance the audio makes a huge difference when playing rainbow and forza horizon 4

[@Jayvante]

Is it a one time payment of 14?

[@GamerTN-wj1gq]

@@Jayvante yes

[@cloudcultdev]

Does this guy seriously listen to headphones over the beanie?! Who freaking does that...and then talks about “sound quality” on a KZbin video/review?! 🤨😂

[@clawson32104]

I've actually seen other people do the same for whatever reason. Faze Swagg does

[@javviii]

What’s it to you

[@aftertheshowmoviepodcast]

Wearing a hat over your ears for a headphone review seems a bit odd.

[@daniellamothe420]

Totally agree doing that is just stupid

[@czechplastik]

What is that all about? Crazy.

[@darrylr213]

Cause he’s baldy

[@GentlemanGaming1122]

It is odd. And also how people wear beanies to, how do you even have sound going through your ears or heard what is going on?

[@fabolousjada5070]

He’s insecure about his hair

[@TechManiac11]

That intro!! 🔥

[@phillipsmith5013]

I just did a base station update on my A50 s. To save alot of money for now. (The sound is now through the USB instead of the fiber optic cable, which the Xbox series X doesn't have a fiber optic output. )

[@Abitofeverything4]

As someone who owns multiple headsets including xbox’s new first party headset I can say that the first party xbox headset is great! Except it does hurt the top of my head for prolonged use.. my head can feel the metal beam and the headset overall is a little too tight but audio quality is amazing! My hypercloud x is much more comfortable though and my friends say the mic quality on the hyper cloud x is far superior so yeh, get the xbox headset for general gaming but buy the hypercloud x (same price) for competitive shooters with mates.

[@mr_red13]

Is the hyperx that you have wired? I'm okay with that if it is affordable and mic is better than my Cloud Flight for PS4. I'm looking to get an Xbox and need a headset with a good mic.

[@rudyelvis9468]

Very Good! Thank you very Much

[@israelreynoso9006]

I have the 9x and damn it’s a game changer. So comfortable. After gaming for about 5 hours straight, my ears don’t hurt or anything. And the battery life is great. I used them for at least a week without changing it.

[@Skeezitts]

See for me the 9x is awful 😂 had them for under a year and they have been nothing but trouble lol. Disconnects randomly, super crackly, sounds is brutal just not a fan.

[@israelreynoso9006]

@@Skeezitts mine disconnects randomly but it’s because it wasn’t up to date, you need to get the software update to fix the problems.

[@Skeezitts]

@@israelreynoso9006 I did update them, that’s the problem 😂

[@Mr.Mauful]

I miss no beanie Kevin from 6 years ago.😞

[@Willehy]

are you also able to use the PlayStation app to be in a PS Party & talk while gaming on Xbox?

[@aquint5554]

I've gone through 2 headsets and all exhibit crackling/random disconnects using the wireless xbox adapter on PC. No issues on the bluetooth but it defeats the purpose of the dual audio

[@akibaxx6802]

I know that if you have it connected to the xbox you can use your phone to use discord but can you connect the headset To possibly the switch Bluetooth adapterAnd the phone at the same time so you can use the phone to use discord

[@jacobmaisel6593]

Love the new office 😏 Tell Matt I say hi!

[@TechyJaks]

Winky Emoji X1

[@snapshot3649]

I have the 9x and I feel the audio quality is far too low. When I play Apex Legends I can barely hear footsteps at all. If I join Discord or Xbox Party chat from my phone while playing it boost the audio, but I can't access game chat while playing with randoms. Anything I'm doing wrong? I've tried factory resetting and I have firmware updates.

[@cerebrix]

A better test would have been the Turtle Beach 700 gen 2's. Especially considering it has more features than the Arctis. Cooling ear gel with adjustment for glasses wearers. Phone app for control allows you to control the headset settings while in game since you don't have to go into the xbox app to do it. Updater app for Mac (the only headset that offers that currently), 50mm drivers, user mappable button on the headset, and and 20 hour battery life. For only 50 bucks more than the Xbox 1st party headset

[@lewis523]

I agree stealth 700 gen 2 are best. Most features, easy to pair up to multiple devices.

[@CDFortsonIII]

I concur! TB Stealth 700 Gen 2 is an amazing headset. I prefer it over my Arctis 7X.

[@lewis523]

@@CDFortsonIII I bought them both at the same time. Still waiting for my 7x to be delivered. Had my TB for nearly a week now. Is there any point of me opening the 7x? 😂

[@CDFortsonIII]

@@lewis523 I honestly feel the Stealth 700 is the superior headset. It connects directly to the Xbox. It has a phone app to control eq, and other settings. With the 7X, you have to connect it to your computer to make changes. IMO it’s more comfortable because I don’t like the ski goggle sitting on my head. If you like the 700, I would just rock with it. I kept the 7X and have it connected to my PS4.

[@lewis523]

@@CDFortsonIII update: sold the 7x straight away (for face value). Far quicker and less hassle than returning to steelseries. Keeping the stealths. Can't fault them at all, sound perfect out the box, like you said the app, Bluetooth and direct connection to the xbox. They did hurt my ears first couple of times wearing them but they no longer do now I'm used to them. My ears do stick out a little which doesn't help 😂

[@ReginaldSharma]

Question, Xbox wired vs wireless. Can you do a comparison on those?

[@MegaLPlover]

What about spacial audio? The Xbox headset supports multiple formats while the steelseries does not. How is dolby atmos in the headset compared to 3d audio on the ps5? You discussed the ps5s 3d audio but not this one? Why?

[@Futura2500]

usb c adaptor for the official xbox wireless headset? and long cable? no you can plug it directly into the series x /s to charge and the cable is really short not long - here in the UK

[@BrandonHernandez-ih7ub]

My headset got here yesterday and then this video pops up lol

[@owenpope817]

Same I got mine yesterday but GameStop thought it was lost on shipping so I might get two lol

[@resident8935]

@@owenpope817 gimme one

[@BruceRichwineJr]

Xbox headset has one of the best microphones on a headset. Everyone I’ve talked to says it sounds better over Xbox Live compared to the Turtle Beach stealth 700. On the flip side the stealth 700 in my opinion does have better sound quality overall. That’s even after tuning the headset for what’s best for me. To be honest anything more expensive than the Xbox headset isn’t worth the $50-$100 premium.

[@cmatty05]

Nice the Fulcrum hat

[@chivatech]

I found the headsets that rely on the built in transmitter from the Xbox don’t have the best range and also sound choppy. Personally I found the Arctis 1 by Steelseries to be the most versatile b/c it connects to everything, is very comfortable and is just $99.

[@fabolousjada5070]

50 bucks now

[@VeeVoy]

I'm curious is it actually safe to rest the head set on top of the system like that? That would be a good idea to save space but the fans are at the top

[@TechMorePayLess]

If it's off, yes, if its on no.

[@shabberplasm32]

I will also say this: There are a bunch of good 3rd party headsets for both Xbox and PlayStation. Hell, I own the turtlebeach recon 70 and the Hyperx cloud stinger for PS4 and they're both really damn good for both being $50.

[@lowammo]

Do all headsets play game audio or can they be used for game chat only?

[@MJDHX]

How does the Microsoft headset compare to the Turtle Beach stealth 700?

[@hectorpineda5595]

Which headset do you recomend me the xbox wireless headset or razer kaira pro?

[@KevTheGalaxybender]

+1 because he explained a use case for bluetooth and 2.4GHz concurrently. Discord. Thank you good sir.

[@98ek9]

I play games and listen to KZbin vids thru my phone when wearing mine. I'm happy.

[@FrostedTacos]

I wanna know where he got that Ahsoka beanie..?

[@vector6570]

Kevin Kenson is Fulcrum!!!

[@coltsmash]

Fun fact, you're always first until you refresh the page.

[@mattc420]

Fun fact. Most don't g af about being first. Kids do that shit. Not adults.

[@dj-r0ca485]

@@sweetshrew3861 fun fact, Noone cares about you opinion either either

[@dj-r0ca485]

@@ihaveonehand9686 fun fact, I like your fun fact

[@dj-r0ca485]

@@ihaveonehand9686 fun fact, your welcome

[@livelyrook7605]

Fun fact, most facts are not fun...

[@lowholdingbackthepod3615]

Any one know a headset that is wired to the controller that has the Bluetooth able to connect to the phone

[@starrims]

how to do that first smoke transition intro?

[@macemalakai]

Did you try without the beanie folded over on your ears to review the comfort..?

[@Vinseenit]

I have the Steelseries and it's amazing

[@Rhetri]

Same here. Just got the 7x after returning the very uncomfortable Xbox wireless headset. I do miss the controls on the Xbox headset though. But better mic quality and comfort wins

[@MrJmillz777]

@@Rhetri any reason you chose the 7x over the 9x?

[@Rhetri]

@@MrJmillz777 Yes Sir. To save $50. lol. That was my limit and the most I've ever spent on a gaming headset. But the 9X is a beast

[@MrJmillz777]

@@Rhetri I feel you good looks

[@ktzore]

9x all the way...quality of sound ,build and comfort is worth 2 times im my personal opinion..of course Xbox headset is almost non existent in many market...so went in to buy Xbox headset but was out of stock and 9x arrived in shop in box in front of me...so it was no brainer decision...going empty hand home than pay twice and take best in the market home 😬😬😉

[@Birdo720]

I got the turtle beach stealth 700 gen 2. I had the gen 1 but my child and I broke it during a tug of war match because she grabbed it off my desk while I was out of the room and I didn’t notice she had my already broken mic and we broke it easily. Fucking love the gen 2 and I was happy that I replaced it

[@danielvergara1831]

I bought it a month ago but I returned it because i felt it wasn’t much of an upgrade from the gen 1 600. I instead got the Astros A50 and I love these!

[@Birdo720]

@@danielvergara1831 I thought about getting those but i wasn’t sure if they were compatible with ps5 and series x

[@BoriGiovanni]

Is anyone having issues with mic monitoring?

[@kylebrandon2009]

I wish there was a way I could use a mic and that's it. I don't want to use a headset. I want to hear audio through my sound bar

[@supernovamoore6175]

I have the Artis 9x and the new x box ones, I like the Xbox ones better because of the EQ

[@pkerry12]

I love this headset

[@ooidaboi]

This man is out here reviewing headsets with a beanie on. LOL

[@sseilheimer396]

Probably get even better sound isolation on the over ear headphones if you take your beanie off first. Just saying.

[@1xial1]

Also, with the XBOX headset, you get 6 months of Dolby Atmos included, so games thatsupport it, will sound that much better.

[@davidwoodward7948]

Legend says Kevin was born with a hat.

[@Donald_Allan]

I have been thinking about getting the new xbox wireless headset when stock next becomes available. For people who have already for one of the new xbox wireless headset, how are you finding it?

[@ferybrand1990]

If you have a headset currently that has better audio quality and that's your biggest factor then don't get it. Other than that the sound is perfectly acceptable as is the comfort ( I have a huge head) and the features are every upgrade I was looking for and then some. No dongle and USB-C thank God. And the simultaneous connection is amazing. I like to have music or a podcast on when I game, now I can do it all in my headset.

[@Rhetri]

Just so people understand the Bluetooth usage for gaming while connecting to discord at the same time. One of those Bluetooth connections is considered a “phone call”. It uses your Bluetooth on your pc or phone for discord as a phone call and automatically cuts your game audio on your Xbox in half. Technically it makes sense or else your ears would be blasted. Why is no one is mentioning this in reviews ? No clue. Just be aware of this. Cause I found the mic quality terrible in discord and on Xbox live. I also found the headset very uncomfortable but everyone has a different head shape and size. I returned mine but I know plenty of others that love it. I just wonder if they game as long as I do cause that sucker gave me headaches. Lol

[@jacobaguirre2191]

Ahh yes, how am I going to spend my stimulus check?

[@LaloLanderos16]

If you can find a headset lol they’re all sold out

[@chadhoffman5699]

14 headsets?

[@jacobaguirre2191]

I got one on day 1 without preordering. I was fortunate because I did hear they were difficult to get and have already seen them on eBay for ridiculous prices.

[@breadboi8747]

@@jacobaguirre2191 how are you liking the headset? I’m trying to get one too but they keep selling out so I have no choice but to watch reviews and hear other people’s thoughts on them lol

[@shaneclarke329]

@@breadboi8747 try Newegg or best buy was able to buy one on the 24th of the month. I got mine from Newegg though.

[@matthewhardwick8208]

So the 9X is the best headset on the market currently? I'm ready to splash out for a high quality headset but when I saw the Beoplay Portal I was like is this THE best gaming headset for my Series X?

[@chrisp4039]

I bit the bullet and got the Astro A50s. Good gawd man.

[@jdmahle]

Awesome headset

[@39LRich]

Once the 9X die or randomly disconnect from your Series X it unsyncs your controller. Making it impossible for it to sync back to your Xbox unless you unplug your console and restart it. I loved, but hated that headset.

[@breadboi8747]

I’m pretty sure it’s a bug with the series x, happened to me a few times with just my controller where I had to completely restart my console. I think they fixed that like a week ago though.

[@cletustrainer]

Compare to Turtle beach stealth 600 gen 2

[@betheblessed3243]

Will you do do a video about Microsoft's attempt to buy discord?

[@obelich]

have a update in this video jjejee I have looking for some headset with dual with Bluetooth for Xbox :P

[@eposcorp]

I would really like a Steelseries Pro Wireless that is Xbox compatible.

[@mistamaog]

Now we need to add the $500 headset to this

[@jesusjj13]

I have the xbox headset and coming from turtle beach 800x i can onestly say. There actually better and more light weight than my turtle beach plus the battery lasts me like 3 dayd

[@rick1027able]

Try the fidelio x2hr with a boom mic adapter. Game changer for ~$150

[@phos4usredeemer]

Have shp9600 with v-moda boom pro. Better sounding than any "gaming headset" and have $100 invested.

[@rick1027able]

@@phos4usredeemer I’m using the same mic. Can’t go back to gaming headset. I use this new combo for work from home and gaming and can’t go back. Some people can’t live with open back tho, luckily I can.

[@_The_Worst_]

🤔...I'm still not sure about all this headset madness...❓❓❓ I'm just not sure if I should get one or not...🤷🏻

[@jeanchernandezrodriguez9890]

how about if you buy dolby atmos?

[@AcesMR6]

The top 5 best Wireless gaming headsets for xbox currently are: 1) Astro A50's 2) Steelseries Arctis 9X 3) Steelseries Arctis 7X 4) Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 5) Xbox Wireless headset

[@syedgilani7108]

i sold my 9x for xbox one. the connection is 10 times better. less disconnection, no more random controller disconnection because the headset disconnected and also more secure on head.

[@amithabraham2224]

Nice

[@bassfamily86]

Xbox wireless headset took the crown of being the best Xbox headset. Before that was the 9x

[@thedaddy3152]

Hi Kevin

[@Mark-wg4ke]

How can you give a sound review while hearing the drivers through a skull cap? I know, it’s edited. Lol

[@tylerturner4611]

What’s the intro music?

[@blumpth]

Also the official xbox headset charges over type c

[@alexbrier718]

They should update the 9x. It’s still using Bluetooth 4.1. :(

[@flymartian33]

How you wear a beanie with headphones

[@sweatingalex5935]

i bought a wireless logitech for 160 dollar (g533) and its pretty good

[@Rob-zp3hn]

Did you get in connected to your XBOX? I've got a series X and the G533. I can't see a way for the G533 to work.

[@toddingram4121]

The Turtle beach 700 gen 2 has all those features and sounds and works better than both imo

[@xenomorphV1]

I don't know how the others sound, but I agree, the 700 Gen 2's do all that stuff, and are cheaper that the Steel Series 9X too.

[@weaponx40]

How can we take your findings with any validity when your listening thru ur hat??

[@MrTubes0ck]

What's under that beanie bro? Let us see

[@jevanadass]

Beanie game is super strong in this video.

[@poizonshooter5347]

I'm waiting for you to review on Razer Kaira pro because they said it is also an excellent headset for Xbox series x and s

[@satchelsan6940]

Don’t hold your breath

[@christiansoneson5631]

It sucks I have it. It glitches out every few minutes and heavily distorts midrange. Not a little either ! It’s nasty. If that wasn’t the case it’s a decent pair of headphones. I spoke with Razer and no update in the works according to their support.

[@poizonshooter5347]

@@christiansoneson5631 thanks for providing a feedback because I'm looking a head for headset for my series X and try resetting the headset maybe that will work because my Razer nari was haveing the same problem and I tried resetting it and it worked

[@nicholaswebb8418]

How can you review a headset whilst wearing a beanie? Your not going to get the full sound or the full comfort of the ear cups, both essential for an in-depth review

[@AakarshDureha]

You get my sub for just playing Keep It Up by MEMBA. Great review as well 💚

[@gamingadvocate8161]

It's just easier for me just to use the official headset

[@anthonymunoz2197]

Got the 10 dollar one and it dose not work

[@daking6361]

This headset sounds like a great buy except not for my Sony pony self. I just can't give up those exclusives to switch to xbox

[@CDFortsonIII]

Why are you not allowed to own both a PlayStation and an Xbox at the same time? I have both, life is good.

[@Adam2774]

Sorry to say but out of all the high end headsets I've bought and tried the turtle Beach elite pro 2 are my favourite ever. So underrated sound is absolutely amazing especially with the EQ on the phone app and the Bluetooth support at the same time and the optional mic is amazing. You should review it and let us know what you think I'd love to see that!

[@spiderbuzz1404]

I still have the arctis 9x for a really good price and I still love it yes it is wireless so you don't need a dongle for the xbox but you can use it wired with other devices like PlayStation and switch and the audio quality is still the same no difference highly recommend it if you can get a good deal on it

[@pvi7660]

Hey, I glad, curios if it still works. Thx!

[@fabolousjada5070]

Not true cause when you go wired it gets static i tried I know

[@JoseRamirez-sq5ft]

Watching Kevin Kensons video even if I don’t have the money for anything of this (even for the Xbox series X) because jsjjsjsjsjsjjsjajsaj Latin America