Save $20 on Our Favorite Gaming Headset
While there is A ton of gaming headsets to choose from, with their own strengths and weaknesses, one of them stood out among the leading pack. My favorite gaming headset for most people, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3, is currently listed for just $90 on Amazon, which is $20 off the full price.
Steel Series
Arctis Nova 3P wireless
My favorite thing about the Arctis Nova 3 is its fit: it’s the most comfortable of all the gaming headsets I’ve tested. They’re super lightweight, making them perfect for long gaming sessions and larger heads like mine, and the earcups are a lightweight, cushy mesh that’s breathable without sacrificing too much noise isolation. Despite their ultra-lightweight build, the battery life doesn’t disappoint, with these cans lasting around 30 hours on a single charge.
They sound excellent for both gaming and multimedia use, thanks in large part to the SteelSeries app, which has a huge library of gaming-specific EQ presets ready to use in any situation. This more than makes up for the lack of Dolby Atmos, and the spatial audio implementation is excellent even without Dolby’s official stamp of approval. On the input side, the microphone does a surprisingly good job of filtering out unwanted noises, like a surprise sneeze or my dog barking at the mailman. I wouldn’t use it for professional recording sessions, but it sounds clearer than most other gaming headsets at this price.
Although the Arctis Nova 3 offers excellent compatibility with all your major modern gaming consoles, including PC and Switch 2, there are two versions, so you need to make sure you choose the one that’s right for you. The Nova 3X supports all systems, including Xbox and PlayStation consoles, while the 3P does not support Xbox. Unless you’ve committed to never buying Sony for some reason, I recommend going with the 3X, which is currently marked down to $90 in white. If you’re a dedicated PlayStation gamer or want a pop of color, the Aqua Nova 3Ps are also available for a slightly higher price of $97 in Aqua or $100 in Lavender.
