Gaming Headsets
Gaming Headset: Wired and Wireless Headphones for PC, Xbox and PlayStation
There is a huge range of wireless and wired gaming headphones, many of which focus on harnessing and isolating immersive sound quality through noise-cancelling features. A gaming headset can come with an attached mic, and headphones typically come with integrated mics. There are many gaming microphones available, meaning that you can purchase one alongside your gaming headphones to achieve higher audio quality....
At JW, we supply gaming headsets from leading brands such as Logitech, Turtle Beach, and Razer, which provide comfort, durability, and style. Our range of multi-coloured RGB gaming headsets allow the wearer to personalise their gaming aesthetic.
We also stock headsets from SteelSeries, HyperX, Corsair and ASUS ROG, covering every budget from entry-level wired gaming headsets through to premium wireless gaming headphones with active noise cancellation.
Why Buy a Gaming Headset?
The quality of your audio has a real impact on how immersive your gaming experience can be. A gaming headset is therefore ideal for competing gamers. Whether you’re buying a gaming headset for your PC, Xbox or PlayStation, investing in a high-quality gaming headset can take your gaming to the next level. Noise-cancelling headsets and microphones allow for a highly immersive audio experience and give the gamer a competitive edge against other players.
Wired vs Wireless Gaming Headset: Which Should You Choose?
Wired gaming headsets are generally more affordable and offer a reliable, low-latency connection with no charging required. They’re a solid choice for PC gaming where you’re seated close to your setup. A wired gaming headset with mic is the go-to for most competitive players who want zero latency and maximum reliability.
A wireless gaming headset gives you freedom of movement and a cleaner desk. Modern wireless gaming headphones gaming setups use 2.4GHz USB dongles rather than Bluetooth, keeping latency low enough for competitive play. A PC gaming headset wireless connection via 2.4GHz is generally indistinguishable from wired in day-to-day use. Bluetooth gaming headphones and a Bluetooth gaming headset are also available - these work well for casual gaming or switching between devices.
If you want a wireless gaming headset with mic quality that holds up in team comms or streaming, look for a wireless headset with mic featuring a detachable boom rather than an integrated microphone. For the cleanest audio, a separate gaming mic paired with open-back headphones for gaming is worth considering.
Shop gaming headsets and headphones gaming gear at JW Computers. Our team is available 7 days a week, online and in-store across Sydney, to help you find the right pc gaming headset for your setup and budget.
FAQs
-
Why buy a gaming headset over regular headphones?
Gaming headsets are built for extended wear and include a microphone, which most regular headphones don't. They also tend to have sound profiles tuned for gaming - pushing directional cues like footsteps and gunfire. If you play team-based games, a headset with a clear mic is close to essential for communication.
-
What should I look for in a wireless gaming headset?
Key things to check when buying wireless headphones for gaming:
- Connection type: 2.4GHz USB dongle is better for gaming than Bluetooth due to lower latency
- Battery life: Look for at least 20 hours per charge for all-day sessions
- Mic quality: Detachable boom mics generally outperform integrated mics
- Compatibility: Make sure it works with your platform - PC, PlayStation or Xbox
- Comfort: Memory foam ear cups and adjustable headbands matter for long sessions
-
What are the costs of gaming headsets?
The cost of a gaming headset PC is determined by what kind of audio experience you're seeking. On average, the price of a gaming headset can be anywhere from $100 to $350.
Wired headsets are generally more affordable than wireless headphones.
If you want to take your gaming experience to the next level, consider investing in features that focus on comfort, wireless technology, and noise-cancelling capability. Selecting headphones with comfortable ear cups and cushioning bands suited to long hours of gaming will be well worth the investment.
-
Are gaming headphones good for music and movies?
Yes, though with some caveats. Gaming headsets are tuned for spatial audio and positional cues, which can make them sound bass-heavy for music. Premium headphones gaming gear from Razer or SteelSeries tends to be more balanced. If audio quality across music, movies and gaming matters equally, look for headsets with multiple EQ modes.
-
What is the difference between surround sound and stereo gaming headsets?
Most gaming headsets - whether wired or wireless - are stereo with virtual surround sound processed through software or a DSP chip. True 7.1 surround headsets have multiple physical drivers in each ear cup.
- Virtual surround: software-based, works on any stereo headset, quality depends on the algorithm
- True 7.1: physical drivers, more accurate positional audio in supported titles
For most gamers, a good virtual surround implementation is hard to tell apart from true surround in practice.
-
Do gaming headsets work with consoles?
Most modern gaming headsets work across PC, PlayStation and Xbox, but check compatibility before buying. Wired headsets with a 3.5mm jack work universally. Wireless headphones gaming setups that use a 2.4GHz USB dongle may be platform-specific. Some headsets offer multi-platform wireless modes that work across PlayStation and PC from a single dongle.
-
What brands of gaming headsets do you stock?
JW Computers stocks gaming headsets and wireless gaming headphones from Logitech, Razer, Turtle Beach, SteelSeries, HyperX, Corsair and ASUS ROG. We cover the full range from budget wired headset options under $100 through to premium wireless gaming headset with mic setups for competitive and streaming use. Our team can help you match the right gaming headset PC setup to your platform and budget.