When it comes to the best PS5 headsets, you're not just getting excellent audio wrapped up in comfortable over-ear headphones; you'll also be able to tap into your PS5's immersive 3D audio with many options. That alone is more than enough reason to check out PS5 headsets that suit your style.
We should know, as we've spent years reviewing all sorts of headsets made for PlayStation (and beyond), putting them to the test by playing the best PS5 games. We've been floored by the Sony Inzone H5, and you will too once you hear its amazing sound with 3D audio (at a great $130 price tag).
But there are plenty of other headsets we can't get enough of, so if you're looking to kick back while playing on your PS5 with the best audio around, we've handpicked the best PS5 headsets to make the search easier for you.
Top picks
The Sony Inzone H5 is the king of PS5 gaming headsets. This mid-range marvel is aggressively priced, boasts superb support for 3D audio and it also packs in plenty of bass to deliver a full-bodied soundscape in the best PS5 games.
Threading the line between good value and excellent sound, the Pulse 3D Wireless headset is great if you want to tap into the PS5's proprietary 3D audio. Its design also matches the PS5.
If you're gaming on more than just a PS5, you don't want to miss the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5. It's our favorite gaming headset to date, with outstanding sound quality, superb comfort and support for multiple platforms. It may not just be for PlayStation, but it will certainly give PS5 games the immersion you're after.
With its premium build quality, detailed sound, Tempest 3D Audio support and long battery life, there's a reason Soy's headset is named "Elite." Despite its high quality, you'll find it offers a not-so-big price.
A stand-out headset that features PS5 audio presets for over 200 games, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless sound absolutely fantastic. The 3P model may be made for PlayStation, but they come with multi-platform compatibility, too, and no matter where you play, you can expect supreme comfort here.
For just under $100, the Cherry XTRFY H3 are the king of value when it comes to immersive audio on PS5. This wireless headset comes equipped with powerful 53mm dynamic drivers, spatial audio for a competitive edge and a noise-canceling mic for crystal-clear comms.
After years of testing out the latest and greatest headsets made for gaming, our team of experts and I have narrowed down our top picks of PS5 headsets. If you're like me and need superb sound quality, a comfortable fit and want to make the most of your PS5's 3D audio at a great price, we've got you covered.
The best headsets for PS5 you can buy
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The best overall PS5 headset
The Sony Inzone H5 is a truly marvelous mid-range gaming headset, and the one that’s easiest to recommend to most PS5 gamers. There are so many fantastic selling points you can reel off regarding the Inzone H5. It’s ultra comfortable to wear during marathon gaming sessions, it produces naturally loud, punchy sounds and its handling of 3D spatial audio is first-class.
Sold at a fairly aggressive $149/£129, the H5 is terrific value for money considering the high-end sounds it serves up. Even though it’s primarily marketed as a PS5 headset, its wireless dongle also has a PC setting, meaning gamers who own both Sony’s console and one of the best gaming PCs can use this exceptional headset while playing the best PS5 games or the best Steam games.
The Inzone H5 is a terrific all-round performer, and considering you can access all the best streaming services and play 4K Blu-rays on PS5, the fact this headset sounds brilliant to listen to movies and TV shows on is a huge bonus. Other than its lack of noise-canceling, the Sony Inzone H5 has no glaring weaknesses. What a phenomenal headset.
Read our full Sony Inzone H5 review.
The best 3D sound PS5 headset
The Sony Pulse 3D Wireless headset is the official headset of the PS5, so comes with Sony's solid reputation for good build quality, all at a reasonable $99/£89. Add in compatibility with Sony's Tempest 3D Audio engine and you've got a rather impressive gaming headset.
Not only does the headset look rather good with a black and white color scheme matching that of the PS5, but it also delivers some solid audio, You'll hear all the bangs, pop, creaks, screams, and more in all manner of games, with the 3D audio letting you pinpoint where enemies are by sound alone. But the headset also does a decent job when it comes to music and movies. And it not only works with the PS5 but also with PCs as well, adding a degree of versatility to the headset.
It's also pretty comfortable, with decent cushioning and a sturdy headband that works for long gaming sessions. There's no active noise cancellation and some of the controls on the earcups aren't the most intuitive, But we'd still say the Sony PlayStation Pulse 3D Wireless Headset is an essential PS5 accessory.
Read our full Sony PlayStation Pulse 3D Wireless Headset review.
The best multiplatform PS5 headset
That's right, a perfect 5 stars, and the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 deserves it.
You can connect it to your PS5, Switch, PC or even your phone and Meta Quest, and swapping between them is a breeze thanks to its smart dongle and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.
The sound is amazing, with 360-degree spatial audio that really pulls you into the game. Plus, its app lets you pick from over 100 sound profiles for different games. Expect a super comfy design and a long 60-hour battery life, too. For $129, it’s a great piece of kit for any PS5 gamer.
Don't expect any active noise cancelation here, but with all of its other perks, it's hard to deny just how good the Arctic Nova 5 is for gaming, especially if you play on more than just your PS5.
Read our full SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 review.
The best premium PS5 headset
With a compelling audio experience tailored for the PS5 and the PS Portal, it's hard to go wrong with the Sony PlayStation Pulse Elite headset, especially since it's price isn't overly expensive for what's on offer.
This headset is an excellent choice for players seeking an immersive soundscape. Utilizing PlayStation’s signature Tempest 3D Audio, the headset delivers spatial audio in support games, and if you’re playing on the PS5, you can customize the audio profile to suit your needs.
Even better, It’s also very comfortable for long sessions, and the 30-hour battery life is the cherry on top of the cake. Sure, its mic isn't the best, and its soft leather earcups may get easily damaged without proper care. Otherwise, the Pulse Elite fits well into the PlayStation family and will surely find its place in your gaming ecosystem — Tempest 3D Audio will surely take you by storm.
Read our full Sony PlayStation Pulse Elite review.
The best wireless PS5 headset
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless are so good, they make real life sound boring. Seriously, it's hard to be what this gaming headset offers, especially since it arrives with 200+ game-tailored presets specifically for PS5 games.
You're getting 40mm Neodymium drivers that offer extreme immersion, along with an extremely comfortable fit thanks to its memory foam earcups that are super breathable, too. Having all that will make gaming on your PS5 a dream, and if you're after a pop of color, the Lavender option will do the trick.
It's compatible with multiple platforms, all through a wireless connection (via a USB dongle). Throw in the detachable boom mic for loud and clear chats, and you've got yourself a gaming headset for your PS5 that can do no wrong. Well, except for its plasticky feel and not being able to connect two Bluetooth devices simultaneously to the headset.
Read our full SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless review.
The best value PS5 headset
Finding a gaming headset for under $100 isn't too tricky, but grabbing one that offers exemplary sound, spatial audio support, mighty comfort thanks to faux leather earcups and over 100 hours of battery life doesn't come often. Until the Cherry XTRFY H3 comes along.
The Cherry XTRFY H3 is up there with the best of the best, and it matches very well for PS5 owners. Its 53mm dynamic drivers are so powerful that they led me to discover new sounds in games I’ve played several times before. Spatial audio makes games feel more immersive, too.
Don't expect a companion app with these, which is a shame, but for under $100, PS5 gamers (especially those who game on other platforms) will get a lot of bang for their buck.
Read our full Cherry XTRFY H3 review.
How we test the best PS5 headsets
As with testing any gaming headset, we test the best PS5 headsets by playing games normally. This gives us the most authentic representation of how each device performs, including how good the microphone is. We’ll ask trusted friends and teammates to let us know how we sound over the mic.
Since a lot of people will also want to use their PS5 headset as a pair of headphones, especially wireless models, we’ll also listen to music to see how they cope here, too. With both games and music, we’ll try to listen to a wide variety of genres. An explosion-heavy action game will naturally sound different to a racing game or strategy game.
We’ll also wear each headset for extended periods of time, as what might initially seem like a comfy design could become uncomfortable as the hours tick by.
How to choose the best PS5 headset
The most important thing to consider is whether the headset you want is actually compatible with the PS5. Some models might be designed for the Xbox family and won’t be able to connect to Sony’s console. All the headsets on this list, however, should work with the PS5 out of the box.
The appeal of high sound quality is largely universal, though you should consider how important the microphone is to you. You might be a keen competitive player who’s constantly trying to communicate, or you could prefer single-player games where there’s no need for a mic. In the latter case, you might want to consider a headset with a retractable or removable mic.
Think about whether you want a wired or wireless headset, too. Wired headsets are often cheaper and don’t need to be recharged, but wireless headsets mean you don’t need to run a fiddly cable into your PS5 controller. And many have long enough battery lives that you could play for a couple of hours every day and still have charge left over.
