Buying Guide
The Best Wireless PlayStation Headsets
Five wireless headsets for PlayStation, including two with active noise cancelling.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Wireless PlayStation headsets use a USB dongle, and many add Bluetooth for a phone. These five cover mid-range to flagship.
We compared battery, noise cancelling and mic from each listing.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.

Best Flagship
Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless ANC
ANC with the WH-1000XM6 driver unit.
Best for: High budgets.
Our take Check price for Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless ANC (opens in a new tab)

Best ANC Value
Sony INZONE H9 Wireless ANC
ANC with simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Best for: Noisy homes.
Our take Check price for Sony INZONE H9 Wireless ANC (opens in a new tab)

Longest Battery Life
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation)
The longest battery life here (80 hours).
Best for: Long sessions away from a charging cable.
Our take Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation) (opens in a new tab)

Best Quick Charge
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5P Wireless
6 hours from a 15-minute charge.
Best for: Forgetful chargers.
Our take Check price for SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5P Wireless (opens in a new tab)

Best Value
Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation)
2.4GHz and Bluetooth near $75.
Best for: Mid budgets.
Our take Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation) (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() | ANC with the WH-1000XM6 driver unit. | High budgets. | Check price for Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless ANC (opens in a new tab) |
![]() | ANC with simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. | Noisy homes. | Check price for Sony INZONE H9 Wireless ANC (opens in a new tab) |
![]() | The longest battery life here (80 hours). | Long sessions away from a charging cable. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation) (opens in a new tab) |
![]() | 6 hours from a 15-minute charge. | Forgetful chargers. | Check price for SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5P Wireless (opens in a new tab) |
![]() | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth near $75. | Mid budgets. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation) (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Best Flagship1 of 5
Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless ANC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Sony's INZONE H9 II borrows the driver unit from the WH-1000XM6 and adds a detachable cardioid mic.
Best for
- High budgets.
Skip if
- Its battery life is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.
Why we like it
It keeps active noise cancelling and a 3.5mm option. You get a detachable cardioid microphone here, which sets it apart from the Stealth 500 PS and its a flip-to-mute microphone. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency.
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 the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the INZONE H9 and the rest. The maker doesn't give its battery life; if that figure matters, the Stealth 700 PS runs for 80 hours.
Key dimensions & specs
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, 3.5mm
- Microphone: Detachable cardioid
Pros
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- The driver unit from the WH-1000XM6
- Detachable cardioid mic
- Active noise cancelling
Cons
- No published battery life
- Costs more than the Stealth 500 PS at the time of writing
Best ANC Value2 of 5
Sony INZONE H9 Wireless ANC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Sony's INZONE H9 adds active noise cancelling and simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Best for
- Noisy homes.
Skip if
- Skip it if you need to know its battery life before buying; the maker doesn't publish one.
Why we like it
It suits noisy homes more than any other PlayStation headset here. Sony's dual-sensor noise cancelling and 360 Spatial Sound target PS5 and PC. It connects wirelessly and has a boom mic.
It is the only pick here with a flip-to-mute boom microphone; the INZONE H9 II has a detachable cardioid microphone instead. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. When we checked, only the Stealth 700 PS and cheaper picks cost less, and the INZONE H9 II cost more. If you want a confirmed battery life, look to the Stealth 700 PS instead: it runs for 80 hours, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Connection: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth simultaneously
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute boom
Pros
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Active noise cancelling
- Simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth
- 360 Spatial Sound
Cons
- No published battery life
- Costs more than the Stealth 500 PS at the time of writing
Longest Battery Life3 of 5
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PlayStation Stealth 700 uses 60mm Eclipse drivers and offers up to 80 hours of battery life.
Best for
- Long sessions away from a charging cable.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Stealth 500 PS was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It runs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth at the same time. This PlayStation version runs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth at once and is rated for up to 80 hours per charge. Its flip-to-mute mic uses AI noise reduction.
A steel-reinforced headband and lay-flat ear cups add durability, and the wheel and mode button can be remapped. Nothing else here matches its 80 hours battery life; the Arctis Nova 5P comes closest at 60 hours. It shares a flip-to-mute microphone with the Stealth 500 PS; the Arctis Nova 5P goes with a retractable ClearCast 2.X microphone.
On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper Arctis Nova 5P and the pricier INZONE H9, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 80 hours
- Driver size: 60mm
- Connection: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5 simultaneously
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute
Pros
- Up to 80 hours of battery life
- 60mm drivers
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- 60mm Eclipse dual drivers
Cons
- Costs more than the Stealth 500 PS at the time of writing
Best Quick Charge4 of 5
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5P Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
SteelSeries's Arctis Nova 5P offers 60 hours of battery life and a fully retractable mic.
Best for
- Forgetful chargers.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Stealth 500 PS cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
A 15-minute charge gives about 6 hours, according to the maker. Over 100 game audio presets are available in the companion app, and custom neodymium drivers handle the sound. Its 60 hours battery life ranks second of 3 here, behind the Stealth 700 PS (80 hours) and ahead of the Stealth 500 PS (40 hours).
No other pick in this guide offers a retractable ClearCast 2.X microphone; compare the Stealth 700 PS, which has a flip-to-mute microphone. It also offers quick-switch between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency.
It was priced above the Stealth 500 PS and below the Stealth 700 PS at the time of writing. There is no published driver size figure, whereas the Stealth 700 PS comes in at 60mm.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 60 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5
- Microphone: Retractable ClearCast 2.X
Pros
- Up to 60 hours of battery life
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Fully retractable mic
- 6 hours of use from a 15-minute charge
Cons
- Costs more than the Stealth 500 PS at the time of writing
Best Value5 of 5
Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PlayStation Stealth 500 pairs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth with a flip-to-mute mic.
Best for
- Mid budgets.
Skip if
- Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the Stealth 700 PS offers 80 hours.
Why we like it
It has 40 hours of battery life. Four EQ presets and Turtle Beach's Superhuman Hearing mode help pick out footsteps in shooters. On battery life it trails the group at 40 hours, while the Stealth 700 PS runs for 80 hours.
It shares a flip-to-mute microphone with the Stealth 700 PS; the INZONE H9 goes with a flip-to-mute boom microphone. It also offers a mid price tier. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. It undercut the Arctis Nova 5P and every other pick on price at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery life: 40 hours
- Driver size: 40mm
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Microphone: Flip-to-mute
Pros
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- 2.4GHz and Bluetooth
- Flip-to-mute mic
- Mid price tier
Cons
- Battery life trails the Stealth 700 PS (80 hours)
How We Chose These Wireless PlayStation Headsets
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- Microphone
- We checked whether a microphone is included, detachable or noise-rejecting.
- Connection options
- We recorded each headset's connections, since they decide which systems it works with and how much latency to expect.
- Battery and weight
- We compared rated battery life and weight where makers state them, noting where lighting affects the battery claim.
- Platform support
- We checked which consoles and PCs each maker names, and flagged Xbox-specific connections.
What to Look for in a Wireless PlayStation Headset
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Virtual surround is software
7.1 and spatial audio labels usually describe software processing, not extra drivers. They can help locate sounds in some games and hurt music in others.
Make sure you can switch it off in the headset's software.
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.
How to Choose a Wireless PlayStation Headset
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| High budgets | INZONE H9 II | ANC with the WH-1000XM6 driver unit |
| Noisy homes | INZONE H9 | ANC with simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth |
| Long sessions away from a charging cable | Stealth 700 PS | The longest battery life here (80 hours) |
| Forgetful chargers | Arctis Nova 5P | 6 hours from a 15-minute charge |
| Mid budgets | Stealth 500 PS | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth near $75 |
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Key specs side by side
Figures as each maker states them.
| Headset | Battery life | Driver size | Connection | Microphone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INZONE H9 II | Not listed | Not listed | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, 3.5mm | Detachable cardioid |
| INZONE H9 | Not listed | Not listed | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth simultaneously | Flip-to-mute boom |
| Stealth 700 PS | 80 hours | 60mm | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5 simultaneously | Flip-to-mute |
| Arctis Nova 5P | 60 hours | Not listed | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5 | Retractable ClearCast 2.X |
| Stealth 500 PS | 40 hours | 40mm | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | Flip-to-mute |
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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 |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | Stealth 500 PS |
| About $100 to $150 | Arctis Nova 5P |
| About $150 to $250 | Stealth 700 PS |
| About $250 to $500 | INZONE H9, INZONE H9 II |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bluetooth good enough for gaming?
For casual games it is fine, but 2.4GHz dongles have noticeably lower latency. Use the dongle for competitive play.
Should I turn on virtual surround?
Try it in each game. It can help with positioning in some titles and make others sound hollow.
Are open-back headphones good for gaming?
They give a wide, natural soundstage but leak sound and block little noise. They suit quiet rooms, not shared spaces.
Do wired headsets sound better than wireless ones?
Not necessarily. Driver quality and tuning matter more, but wired models avoid compression, latency and charging.
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.
Are gaming headsets comfortable with glasses?
Softer memory foam pads and lighter clamp help. Look for listings that mention glasses support if it matters to you.
Bottom Line
Sony's INZONE H9 II is the flagship pick. The original H9 keeps noise cancelling for less, and the Stealth 500 is the value choice.
