The headphones I’ve selected for this list are designed specifically for professional musicians and gamers and are some of my personal favorites as well.
Gaming headphones are perfect for people who love to play video games. They provide great sound quality and can be used for a variety of activities, such as watching movies or listening to music.
Sol Republic Master Tracks X3
The Beats by Dre Solo2 is an excellent option for someone who is on a budget. The sound quality is comparable to the Sol’s. It has very deep bass and clear highs.
Cons: The headband is a bit on the expensive side, but it’s definitely worth it. ..
The wires that come with the headphones feel a bit cheap, and I had to replace mine after a few months of casual use. The speakers rest over my ears comfortably when I don’t have my glasses on. With glasses on, after a few hours of use, it starts to hurt the sides of my head. Pros: The headphones are very comfortable and fit well even if I have large ears. The sound quality is good for a budget-friendly product. ..
Audio-Technica ATH-ADG1X Open Air High-Fidelity Gaming Headset
The headphones are popular for gaming because they are light and durable. They have comfortable ear pads, which makes them a good choice for the frequent gamer.
The headphones are not noise cancelling, so the people around you can hear sound from the headphones and you can hear them. This might not be the best option for late night gaming. ..
Cons: The earpads are not very comfortable for longterm use. The microphone works perfectly, but is not very comfortable to wear.
The headphones are not noise cancelling and the microphone is not detachable.
HyperX HX-HSCF-BK/AM Cloud Flight Wireless Gaming Headset
The Audio-Technica Open Airs are a good choice for people who want a wireless headset that is comfortable and has a long battery life. However, the Wireless Shroud is much better because it has an LED mode that makes it easier to see in dark environments.
Cons: The headphones are not very comfortable. The microphone is not very good. The cables are a bit too short.
The good: The microphone quality is good, and the battery life is respectable. There’s also a built-in speaker, so you don’t need to use an external one. The only downside is that there’s no surround sound. ..
Logitech G433 7.1 Wired Gaming Headset
This wired headset is a lighter weight version of the HyperX’s. It has a few advantages over the original HyperX model: the microphone quality is significantly better, it comes with a replacement set of pads (which are more comfortable than the originals), and it works on any computer (Mac or PC) and any console.
Cons: Ear pads can be uncomfortable after a while. Microphone is not the best quality. ..
The cons of the 7.1 surround sound only working on computers are that it is not possible to use it on mobile phones, and the bass sound gets drowned out on devices with smaller screens.
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Studio Headphones
Our headset is the best one we have. It feels high quality and the frequency response is unbeatable. Although this pair requires an amplifier to drive the high-quality sound, it is a small price to pay for the best sound quality.
Cons: Some people find the ear cups too large.
The headphones are great for music, but if you want to listen to any other type of audio it requires an extra amplifier. The headphones also come with a non-detachable cable, so if the cable breaks it’s useless.
Conclusion
Here are our top five picks for the best over-the-ear headphones:
- Sony PlayStation 4 Headphones
- Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 On-Ear Headphones
- Sennheiser HD 598 Pro Over-Ear Headphones
- Bose QuietComfort 25 In-Ear Headphones
- Apple AirPods
We looked at a variety of gaming and music options to find the best one for you. Hopefully, this list will help you find what you need.
