Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Headsets for Nintendo Switch 2
Five headsets ranked on driver size and weight, where the PowerA Switch 2 wired has the largest driver size; the PDP Airlite is the cheapest route in.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Switch 2 has a 3.5mm jack and a USB-C port, and wireless headsets need a dongle that the console accepts. Every headset here lists Nintendo Switch 2 in its title or description.
The order reflects driver size, weight and connection from maker specifications; a missing weight is flagged, not filled in rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
PDP Airlite Wired Gaming Headset (Switch 2)
The lowest price of the group at our last check.
Best for: Getting Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title for the least money.
Our take Check price for PDP Airlite Wired Gaming Headset (Switch 2) (opens in a new tab)
Largest Drivers
PowerA Wired Stereo Headset for Nintendo Switch 2
The largest driver size here (50mm).
Best for: Players who favour a fuller low end.
Our take Check price for PowerA Wired Stereo Headset for Nintendo Switch 2 (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
RIG 600 PRO HS
Listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC.
Best for: Buyers who want listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC.
Our take Check price for RIG 600 PRO HS (opens in a new tab)
Lightest Build
Logitech G335 Wired Gaming Headset
The lightest weight here (240g).
Best for: Players who notice a heavy headset after an hour.
Our take Check price for Logitech G335 Wired Gaming Headset (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
Razer Barracuda X Wireless (Switch 2 listing)
The top of this price range, adding a title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS.
Best for: Spending more than the G335 costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Our take Check price for Razer Barracuda X Wireless (Switch 2 listing) (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price of the group at our last check. | Getting Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title for the least money. | Check price for PDP Airlite Wired Gaming Headset (Switch 2) (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest driver size here (50mm). | Players who favour a fuller low end. | Check price for PowerA Wired Stereo Headset for Nintendo Switch 2 (opens in a new tab) |
| Listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC. | Buyers who want listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC. | Check price for RIG 600 PRO HS (opens in a new tab) |
| The lightest weight here (240g). | Players who notice a heavy headset after an hour. | Check price for Logitech G335 Wired Gaming Headset (opens in a new tab) |
| The top of this price range, adding a title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS. | Spending more than the G335 costs for the fullest feature set in this group. | Check price for Razer Barracuda X Wireless (Switch 2 listing) (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
PDP Airlite Wired Gaming Headset (Switch 2) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PDP Airlite stands out for Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title, and it adds on-ear volume control.
Best for
- Getting Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title for the least money.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: driver size of 40mm, behind the PowerA Switch 2 wired (50mm).
Why we like it
It also offers a 40mm driver size. On driver size it ties with the RIG 600 PRO HS, the G335 and the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) at 40mm. You get a wired connection here, which sets it apart from the G335 and its a wired 3.5mm connection.
No other pick in this guide offers a flip-to-mute noise-canceling microphone; compare the G335, which has a flip-to-mute microphone. It also comes with noise-isolating ear cups with breathable foam cushions. It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the PowerA Switch 2 wired the next step up. There is no published weight figure, whereas the G335 weighs 240g.
Key dimensions & specs
- Driver size: 40mm
- Connection: Wired
- Design: Over-ear
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute noise-canceling
Pros
- No charging or pairing needed
- Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title
- On-ear volume control
- Noise-isolating ear cups with breathable foam cushions
Cons
- Driver size of 40mm, behind the PowerA Switch 2 wired (50mm)
Largest Drivers2 of 5
PowerA Wired Stereo Headset for Nintendo Switch 2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PowerA Switch 2 wired stands out for Nintendo licensing for Switch 2, Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, and it adds on-ear volume slider and mic mute button.
Best for
- Players who favour a fuller low end.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the PDP Airlite, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also offers a 50mm driver size. Nothing else here matches its 50mm driver size; the PDP Airlite comes closest at 40mm. Like the G335, it has a wired 3.5mm connection, while the PDP Airlite uses a wired connection.
A detachable boom microphone is unique to it among these picks, while the RIG 600 PRO HS uses a flip-to-mute boom microphone. It also offers an expandable fabric-wrapped headband and a 2-year limited warranty. A 3.5mm plug means it works with a controller or front-panel jack; on PC, a separate mic and headphone jack may need a splitter.
Its price falls between the PDP Airlite and the RIG 600 PRO HS, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed weight should compare it with the G335, which weighs 240g.
Key dimensions & specs
- Driver size: 50mm
- Connection: Wired 3.5mm
- Design: Over-ear
- Microphone: Detachable boom
Pros
- 50mm drivers
- No charging or pairing needed
- Nintendo licensing for Switch 2, Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite
- On-ear volume slider and mic mute button
Cons
- Costs more than the PDP Airlite at the time of writing
Also Consider3 of 5
RIG 600 PRO HS on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
What the RIG 600 PRO HS brings to the table is listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC, plus a custom equalizer in the companion software.
Best for
- Buyers who want listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the PDP Airlite cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also offers a 40mm driver size. On driver size it ties with the PDP Airlite, the G335 and the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) at 40mm. No other pick in this guide offers a flip-to-mute boom microphone; compare the G335, which has a flip-to-mute microphone.
It also comes with snap-on ear cushions wrapped in breathable fabric. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. It connects over USB, which also handles the audio processing on your PC.
It was priced above the PowerA Switch 2 wired and below the G335 at the time of writing. There is no published weight figure, whereas the G335 weighs 240g.
Key dimensions & specs
- Driver size: 40mm
- Connection: 2.4GHz USB-C or USB-A adapter, Bluetooth
- Design: Over-ear
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute boom
Pros
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC
- Custom equalizer in the companion software
- Snap-on ear cushions wrapped in breathable fabric
Cons
- Costs more than the PDP Airlite at the time of writing
Lightest Build4 of 5
Logitech G335 Wired Gaming Headset on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The G335 is almost as light as the G535 at 240g, with flip-to-mute and a 3.5mm plug that works on any system.
Best for
- Players who notice a heavy headset after an hour.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the PDP Airlite was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
On driver size it ties with the PDP Airlite, the RIG 600 PRO HS and the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) at 40mm. It shares a wired 3.5mm connection with the PowerA Switch 2 wired; the PDP Airlite goes with a wired connection. No other pick in this guide offers a flip-to-mute microphone; compare the RIG 600 PRO HS, which has a flip-to-mute boom microphone.
You also get memory foam ear pads. A 3.5mm plug means it works with a controller or front-panel jack; on PC, a separate mic and headphone jack may need a splitter. It was priced above the RIG 600 PRO HS and below the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Driver size: 40mm
- Weight: 240g
- Connection: Wired 3.5mm
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute
Pros
- Light 240g build
- No charging or pairing needed
- Memory foam ear pads
- Flip-to-mute microphone, the only one here
Cons
- Costs more than the PDP Airlite at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
Razer Barracuda X Wireless (Switch 2 listing) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) stands out for a title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS, and it adds SmartSwitch between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Best for
- Spending more than the G335 costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Skip if
- Skip it if driver size matters most to you; the PowerA Switch 2 wired offers 50mm.
Why we like it
It also runs for up to 50 hours and offers a 40mm driver size. On driver size it ties with the PDP Airlite, the RIG 600 PRO HS and the G335 at 40mm. It is the only pick here with a detachable cardioid microphone; the PDP Airlite has a flip-to-mute noise-canceling microphone instead.
It also comes with TriForce 40mm drivers and breathable memory foam cushions and swiveling earcups. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. At our last price check it topped the group, with the G335 the nearest cheaper option. Driver size is its weakest area, and the PowerA Switch 2 wired covers it better at 50mm.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 50 hours
- Driver size: 40mm
- Weight: 250g
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Design: Over-ear
- Microphone: Detachable cardioid
Pros
- Up to 50 hours of battery life
- Light 250g build
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS
Cons
- Driver size trails the PowerA Switch 2 wired (50mm)
- Costs more than the PDP Airlite at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Headsets for Nintendo Switch 2
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared five headsets on driver size, weight, connection and design from manufacturer specifications. Nothing was tested in-house; 3 of the 5 fields compared are stated for every pick, while weight and design have gaps.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the PDP Airlite to the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2), state driver size, connection and microphone.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The PDP Airlite, the PowerA Switch 2 wired and the RIG 600 PRO HS give no weight; the G335 gives no design.
- Price range
- From the PDP Airlite to the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2), all sat in the under $50 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch 2
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much driver size you need
The PowerA Switch 2 wired tops driver size at 50mm and the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) sits lowest at 40mm. The PowerA Switch 2 wired is the pick for driver size.
Weight
Here weight runs from 250g on the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) to 240g on the G335, a 4% spread. Start with the G335 if weight decides it. The PDP Airlite, the PowerA Switch 2 wired and the RIG 600 PRO HS give no weight figure, so 2 of 5 picks are compared here.
Extras that separate them
The RIG 600 PRO HS: a custom equalizer in the companion software. The G335: memory foam ear pads. The Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2): SmartSwitch between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Budget
All 5 sat in the under $50 tier when we checked, from the PDP Airlite at the low end to the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) at the top, so decide on features first.
Start from what matters most
Getting Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title for the least money: the PDP Airlite. Players who favour a fuller low end: the PowerA Switch 2 wired. Players who notice a heavy headset after an hour: the G335.
How to Choose a Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch 2
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Getting Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title for the least money | PDP Airlite | The lowest price of the group at our last check |
| Players who favour a fuller low end | PowerA Switch 2 wired | The largest driver size here (50mm) |
| Buyers who want listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC | RIG 600 PRO HS | Listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC |
| Players who notice a heavy headset after an hour | G335 | The lightest weight here (240g) |
| Spending more than the G335 costs for the fullest feature set in this group | Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) | The top of this price range, adding a title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS |
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Key specs side by side
The PowerA Switch 2 wired leads on driver size at 50mm, ahead of the PDP Airlite at 40mm. "Not listed" marks weight where the PDP Airlite, the PowerA Switch 2 wired and the RIG 600 PRO HS leave the figure out.
| Headset | Driver size | Weight | Connection | Design |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PDP Airlite | 40mm | Not listed | Wired | Over-ear |
| PowerA Switch 2 wired | 50mm | Not listed | Wired 3.5mm | Over-ear |
| RIG 600 PRO HS | 40mm | Not listed | 2.4GHz USB-C or USB-A adapter, Bluetooth | Over-ear |
| G335 | 40mm | 240g | Wired 3.5mm | Not listed |
| Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) | 40mm | 250g | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | Over-ear |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the PDP Airlite compare with the PowerA Switch 2 wired on driver size?
The PowerA Switch 2 wired leads at 50mm, with the PDP Airlite at 40mm.
Which has the lightest weight: the G335 or the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2)?
Between the top two, it is 240g on the G335 against 250g on the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2), a 4% difference. The PDP Airlite, the PowerA Switch 2 wired and the RIG 600 PRO HS are left out of this ranking because their weight isn't stated; 2 of 5 picks are ranked.
Why is the G335 our Lightest Build pick?
It earns the label for the lightest weight here (240g). On weight it leads the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2), 240g against 250g, a 4% margin. It is aimed at anyone who notices a heavy headset after an hour.
Do the PDP Airlite and the PowerA Switch 2 wired differ on microphone?
The PDP Airlite uses flip-to-mute noise-canceling; the PowerA Switch 2 wired uses detachable boom; the RIG 600 PRO HS uses flip-to-mute boom; the G335 uses flip-to-mute; the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) uses Detachable cardioid.
What extras do the PDP Airlite and the PowerA Switch 2 wired include?
The PDP Airlite: Nintendo licensing for Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, with Switch 2 in the title. The PowerA Switch 2 wired: Nintendo licensing for Switch 2, Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite. The RIG 600 PRO HS: listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the PDP Airlite, chosen for the lowest price of the group at our last check. Look at the RIG 600 PRO HS for listed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Steam Deck, PlayStation and PC and the Razer Barracuda X (Switch 2) for the top of this price range, adding a title that lists PC, PlayStation, Switch 2, Android and iOS if those matter more to you.
Check whether the headset is wired or needs its own USB-C dongle, and whether the mic works in the Switch 2 voice chat you use.