Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Headphones Wireless
From the NUBWO G06 to the Cloud Alpha 2: five headsets ranked on battery life and driver size, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Wireless gaming headphones cut the cable to the desk; battery life and connection type decide how well they fit your setup. These are ordered by listed battery life.
We sorted these picks by battery life, driver size and connection, working from the makers' own data; nothing here was tested in-house, and if a maker skips driver size, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Longest Battery Life
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless
The longest battery life here (300 hours).
Best for: Long sessions away from a charging cable.
Our take Check price for HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless (opens in a new tab)
Largest Drivers
HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless
The largest driver size here (53mm).
Best for: Listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
Our take Check price for HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
NUBWO G06 Wireless Gaming Headset
A lower price than the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
Our take Check price for NUBWO G06 Wireless Gaming Headset (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
TriForce Titanium drivers.
Best for: Buyers who want TriForce Titanium drivers.
Our take Check price for Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Corsair Void v2 Wireless
Dolby Atmos support.
Best for: Buyers who want Dolby Atmos support.
Our take Check price for Corsair Void v2 Wireless (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The longest battery life here (300 hours). | Long sessions away from a charging cable. | Check price for HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest driver size here (53mm). | Listeners who want the biggest drivers here. | Check price for HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless (opens in a new tab) |
| A lower price than the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and the rest when we checked. | Keeping the budget tight. | Check price for NUBWO G06 Wireless Gaming Headset (opens in a new tab) |
| TriForce Titanium drivers. | Buyers who want TriForce Titanium drivers. | Check price for Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed (opens in a new tab) |
| Dolby Atmos support. | Buyers who want Dolby Atmos support. | Check price for Corsair Void v2 Wireless (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Longest Battery Life1 of 5
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Cloud Alpha Wireless stands apart on battery: HyperX offers up to 300 hours, several times any other claim here.
Best for
- Long sessions away from a charging cable.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the NUBWO G06 was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It pairs that with DTS Headphone:X spatial audio and dual-chamber drivers in an aluminum frame. On battery life it leads this guide at 300 hours, ahead of the Cloud Alpha 2 (250 hours). You get a 2.4GHz wireless connection here, which sets it apart from the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and its a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz wireless connection.
Like the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed, it has an included microphone, while the Void v2 uses an omnidirectional boom microphone. It connects through a USB wireless dongle, so keep a free USB port near your desk for the best range. It was priced above the Void v2 and below the Cloud Alpha 2 at the time of writing. There is no published driver size figure, whereas the Cloud Alpha 2 comes in at 53mm.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 300 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz wireless
- Microphone: Included
Pros
- Up to 300 hours of battery life
- DTS Headphone:X spatial audio
- Dual-chamber drivers in a durable aluminum frame
- 2.4GHz wireless connection, the only one here
Cons
- Costs more than the NUBWO G06 at the time of writing
Largest Drivers2 of 5
HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
HyperX's Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless offers up to 250 hours of battery life with 53mm drivers.
Best for
- Listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the NUBWO G06, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It runs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth at the same time. You get a detachable microphone here, which sets it apart from the Void v2 and its an omnidirectional boom microphone. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency.
It makes the most sense for listeners who want the biggest drivers here, since it offers the largest driver size here (53mm). It was the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the Cloud Alpha Wireless and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 250 hours
- Driver size: 53mm
- Connection: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth simultaneously
- Microphone: Detachable
Pros
- Up to 250 hours of battery life
- 53mm drivers
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth
Cons
- Costs more than the NUBWO G06 at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 5
NUBWO G06 Wireless Gaming Headset on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
NUBWO's G06 offers up to 100 hours of battery life across 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Best for
- Keeping the budget tight.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: battery life of 100 hours, behind the Cloud Alpha Wireless (300 hours).
Why we like it
That is the longest figure among the budget wireless headsets here. A 2.4GHz dongle keeps latency low, and the 1,200mAh battery is rated for up to 100 hours. It suits long sessions without charging.
Its 100 hours battery life ranks third of 5 here, behind the Cloud Alpha Wireless (300 hours) and ahead of the Void v2 (70 hours). No other pick in this guide offers a boom mic microphone; compare the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed, which has an included microphone. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency.
It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed the next step up. There is no published driver size figure, whereas the Cloud Alpha 2 comes in at 53mm.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 100 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Microphone: Boom mic
Pros
- Up to 100 hours of battery life
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- 2.4GHz and Bluetooth modes
- Budget wireless price tier
Cons
- Battery life of 100 hours, behind the Cloud Alpha Wireless (300 hours)
Also Consider4 of 5
Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed brings Razer's TriForce Titanium 50mm drivers and a 70-hour battery to a mid-range price.
Best for
- Buyers who want TriForce Titanium drivers.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the NUBWO G06 was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
At 280g it is one of the two lightest headsets here. It matches the Void v2 on battery life (70 hours). A HyperSpeed 2.4GHz wireless connection is unique to it among these picks, while the Cloud Alpha Wireless uses a 2.4GHz wireless connection.
Like the Cloud Alpha Wireless, it has an included microphone, while the Cloud Alpha 2 uses a detachable microphone. You also get an ultra-light 280g frame. It connects through a USB wireless dongle, so keep a free USB port near your desk for the best range. When we checked, only the NUBWO G06 cost less, and the Void v2 cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 70 hours
- Driver size: 50mm
- Weight: 280g
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz wireless
- Microphone: Included
Pros
- Up to 70 hours of battery life
- 50mm drivers
- Light 280g build
- TriForce Titanium drivers
Cons
- Costs more than the NUBWO G06 at the time of writing
Strong Alternative5 of 5
Corsair Void v2 Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Corsair's Void v2 offers up to 70 hours of battery life, Dolby Atmos support and NVIDIA Broadcast mic support.
Best for
- Buyers who want Dolby Atmos support.
Skip if
- Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the Cloud Alpha Wireless offers 300 hours.
Why we like it
It connects over 2.4GHz or Bluetooth. It runs 2.4GHz for gaming and Bluetooth for phones, with up to 70 hours per charge and 6 hours from a 15-minute top-up. An omnidirectional boom microphone is unique to it among these picks, while the Cloud Alpha 2 uses a detachable microphone.
On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. Its price falls between the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and the Cloud Alpha Wireless, based on our last check. If battery life is your priority, the Cloud Alpha Wireless (300 hours) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 70 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Microphone: Omnidirectional boom
Pros
- Up to 70 hours of battery life
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Dolby Atmos support
- NVIDIA Broadcast mic support
Cons
- Battery life trails the Cloud Alpha Wireless (300 hours)
- Costs more than the NUBWO G06 at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- Platform support
- We checked which consoles and PCs each maker names, and flagged Xbox-specific connections.
- Microphone
- We checked whether a microphone is included, detachable or noise-rejecting.
- Drivers and design
- We noted driver size and whether the design is open or closed, which shapes sound and isolation.
- Battery and weight
- We compared rated battery life and weight where makers state them, noting where lighting affects the battery claim.
What to Look for in a Gaming Headphones Wireless
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Pick the connection first
A 2.4GHz dongle gives the lowest latency for games; Bluetooth is convenient for phones but lags for shooters. Wired headsets have no latency or battery concerns.
If you play on a console as well as a PC, check which connections each platform supports before buying.
Open-back or closed-back
Open-back headphones sound more spacious and feel cooler, but they leak sound and block little outside noise. Closed-back models isolate better in shared rooms.
Choose open-back only if you play in a quiet room on your own.
Weight and clamp matter after an hour
Lighter headsets reduce pressure on the top of the head, and memory foam or fabric pads stay cooler. A difference of 50g is noticeable over long sessions.
If you wear glasses, look for soft pads that do not press the arms into your head.
Check the microphone type
Detachable microphones let the headset double as everyday headphones. Some audiophile headphones have no microphone at all, so you would need a separate one.
If you stream or join calls, a cardioid or noise-rejecting mic is worth prioritising.
Battery life claims vary with lighting
Makers quote battery life under their own conditions, often with RGB lighting off. A 50-hour claim can drop noticeably with lighting on.
Compare figures at similar settings, and look for fast charging if you forget to plug in.
Console versions are not always interchangeable
Some wireless headsets come in PC, PlayStation and Xbox versions with different dongles. An Xbox-specific model may not connect wirelessly to a PlayStation.
Buy the version that matches every system you plan to use.
How to Choose a Gaming Headphones Wireless
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Long sessions away from a charging cable | Cloud Alpha Wireless | The longest battery life here (300 hours) |
| Listeners who want the biggest drivers here | Cloud Alpha 2 | The largest driver size here (53mm) |
| Keeping the budget tight | NUBWO G06 | A lower price than the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want TriForce Titanium drivers | BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed | TriForce Titanium drivers |
| Buyers who want Dolby Atmos support | Void v2 | Dolby Atmos support |
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Key specs side by side
Figures as each maker states them.
| Headset | Battery life | Driver size | Connection | Microphone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud Alpha Wireless | 300 hours | Not listed | 2.4GHz wireless | Included |
| Cloud Alpha 2 | 250 hours | 53mm | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth simultaneously | Detachable |
| NUBWO G06 | 100 hours | Not listed | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | Boom mic |
| BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed | 70 hours | 50mm | HyperSpeed 2.4GHz wireless | Included |
| Void v2 | 70 hours | Not listed | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | Omnidirectional boom |
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By price at the time of writing
Prices change often; these tiers reflect Amazon prices when this guide was updated.
| Price tier | Headsets |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | NUBWO G06 |
| About $50 to $100 | BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed, Void v2 |
| About $100 to $150 | Cloud Alpha Wireless |
| About $150 to $250 | Cloud Alpha 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which pick leads on battery life?
The Cloud Alpha Wireless leads at 300 hours, ahead of the Cloud Alpha 2 at 250 hours; the Void v2 sits at the other end with 70 hours.
Which pick costs the least here?
The NUBWO G06. It undercut the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed when we checked, while the Cloud Alpha 2 cost the most of the group.
Can I use one headset on PC and console?
Many can, but check the connection for each system. Xbox-specific wireless headsets often need a matching adapter or Bluetooth on PC.
Do I need a separate microphone?
Only if your headphones do not include one or you stream. Most gaming headsets include a usable microphone.
Should I turn on virtual surround?
Try it in each game. It can help with positioning in some titles and make others sound hollow.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Cloud Alpha Wireless. Look at the NUBWO G06 for a lower price than the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and the rest when we checked, the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed for TriForce Titanium drivers and the Void v2 for Dolby Atmos support if those matter more to you.
Dual-mode headsets can stay on a 2.4GHz dongle for games and switch to Bluetooth for phones.