Buyer's Guide: The Best PC Headset for Gaming, Office, and More

Computer headsets differ from standard headphones by featuring an integrated microphone. This makes the PC headset the ideal companion for video chats via Teams, Skype, and Zoom – perfect for office or home office use.

Gaming headsets are a specialized subcategory that combines the audio advantages of HiFi headphones with high-quality voice recording. This gives you premium sound for video, music, or gaming while allowing you to communicate clearly with your teammates.

What Should You Look for When Buying a Computer Headset?

Several factors should be considered when choosing the best PC headset for your needs. Whether you prefer a wireless model, a wired version, or a specific design – at bestware, we provide the answers!

What Types of Headsets Are Available?

In-Ear Headsets: Small, lightweight, and often known as Ear Buds (Bluetooth). Ideal for mobile use and smartphones.
Monaural Headsets: Single-earpiece models (Mono), typically wireless and very practical for office telephony, as they keep you aware of your surroundings.
On-Ear Headsets: Stereo sound with pads that rest directly on the ear. Very comfortable for all-day use in the office without pressure points.
Over-Ear Headsets: Completely surround the ear. They offer the best isolation from ambient noise and provide maximum HiFi sound quality.

Advantages of Closed, Semi-Open, or Open Headsets

Closed Headsets: Feature fully sealed earcups. They offer powerful bass and are excellent for loud environments.
Open Headsets: Perforated earcups allow for a more transparent, less bass-heavy sound. You hear more of your surroundings, and some sound leaks out.
Semi-Open Headsets: A middle ground between both designs, mostly found in on-ear models.

How Do I Connect a Headset to a PC or Smartphone?

Connection is made either via a 3.5mm jack or wirelessly via Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz wireless (USB receiver). Wireless models offer maximum freedom but require regular charging. For desktop PCs, ensure a cable length of at least 1.5m. If your laptop lacks a combo jack, an audio splitter may be required.

What Are the Benefits of a Headset with a USB Sound Card?

These models feature their own integrated sound chip. This is particularly useful if your PC's internal sound card is defective or if you want to use manufacturer-specific sound profiles and virtual surround features.

Headsets for Home Office, Multimedia, and Gaming

For home office work, voice clarity and comfort are paramount. Gaming headsets, however, focus on immersion with rich stereo or surround sound to help you locate opponents. Many gaming models also feature synchronizable RGB lighting.

What is a Noise-Cancelling (ANC) Headset?

Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) headsets use anti-noise technology to block out ambient sounds on trains or in open-plan offices. Similarly, a noise-cancelling microphone ensures your voice is transmitted clearly, even if there is significant background noise around you.

Buy a Wide Range of PC Headsets at bestware

In the accessories section of bestware, you will find a vast selection from top brands such as Logitech, Corsair, HyperX, SteelSeries, beyerdynamic, Creative, Asus, and Hörluchs.