Buying Guide
The Best PS5 Headset Wireless
From the Stealth 500 PS to the Stealth 700 PS: three headsets ranked on battery life and driver size, with who should skip each one.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read3 products evaluated
A wireless PS5 headset connects through a USB dongle or Bluetooth. Every pick mentions PS5 or PlayStation and connects without a cable.
Our comparison rests on published figures for battery life, driver size and connection; nothing here was tested in-house, and where a maker leaves a figure out, we say so.
Quick Picks
Which of the 3 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation)The lowest price among these headsets at the time of writing.
Best for: Getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money.
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Also Consider
Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Wireless (PlayStation)Up to 80 hours of listed battery life.
Best for: Buyers who want up to 80 hours of listed battery life.
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Largest Drivers
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation)The largest driver size here (60mm).
Best for: Listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
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| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price among these headsets at the time of writing. | Getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| Up to 80 hours of listed battery life. | Buyers who want up to 80 hours of listed battery life. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Wireless (PlayStation) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest driver size here (60mm). | Listeners who want the biggest drivers here. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 3
Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless (PlayStation)
The PlayStation Stealth 500 pairs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth with a flip-to-mute mic.
Best for
- Getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money.
Skip if
- Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the Stealth 600 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 600 runs for 80 hours.
Its 40mm driver size is the smallest in this group; the Stealth 700 PS leads at 60mm. 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 was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Stealth 600 was the next step up.
Key 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 600 (80 hours)
- Driver size trails the Stealth 700 PS (60mm)
Also Consider2 of 3
Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Wireless (PlayStation)
Turtle Beach's Stealth 600 offers up to 80 hours of battery life with 50mm drivers.
Best for
- Buyers who want up to 80 hours of listed battery life.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Stealth 500 PS, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It connects over 2.4GHz or Bluetooth and has a flip-to-mute mic. A mappable wheel and mode button can be assigned in the app, and the ear cups lay flat for travel. Memory foam cushions are glasses-friendly.
Its 50mm driver size ranks second of 3 here, behind the Stealth 700 PS (60mm) and ahead of the Stealth 500 PS (40mm). On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. You also get this: dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth. Its price falls between the Stealth 500 PS and the Stealth 700 PS, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Battery life
- 80 hours
- Driver size
- 50mm
- Connection
- 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5
- Microphone
- Flip-to-mute
Pros
- Up to 80 hours of battery life
- 50mm drivers
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Flip-to-mute mic
Cons
- Costs more than the Stealth 500 PS at the time of writing
Largest Drivers3 of 3
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Wireless (PlayStation)
The PlayStation Stealth 700 uses 60mm Eclipse drivers and offers up to 80 hours of battery life.
Best for
- Listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
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 60mm driver size; the Stealth 600 comes closest at 50mm. On a PC, use the 2.4GHz dongle for games and keep Bluetooth for a phone, since Bluetooth adds latency. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the Stealth 600.
Key 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
How We Chose
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- The figures behind the order
- We lined up three headsets on battery life, driver size, connection and microphone, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results, and every compared field is stated for all 3 picks.
- The shared baseline
- All 3, from the Stealth 500 PS to the Stealth 700 PS, state battery life, driver size and connection and share Flip-to-mute microphone.
- Who each pick suits
- The Stealth 500 PS for the lowest price among these headsets at the time of writing; the Stealth 600 for up to 80 hours of listed battery life; the Stealth 700 PS for the largest driver size here (60mm).
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Stealth 500 PS ($50 to $100) to the Stealth 700 PS ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a PS5 Headset Wireless
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Battery life across these picks
Across these 3 picks battery life spans 40 hours (the Stealth 500 PS) to 80 hours (the Stealth 600). Start with the Stealth 600 if battery life decides it.
Driver size
Here driver size runs from 40mm on the Stealth 500 PS to 60mm on the Stealth 700 PS, a 50% spread. The Stealth 600 comes second at 50mm, in the $100 to $150 tier against $150 to $250 for the Stealth 700 PS.
Open-back headphones on a stand beside a headphone amplifier Features beyond the spec table
The Stealth 500 PS: a flip-to-mute mic. The Stealth 700 PS: up to 80 hours of listed battery life.
Budget
$50 to $100 buys the Stealth 500 PS; $100 to $150 buys the Stealth 600; $150 to $250 buys the Stealth 700 PS at our last check.
A headset hanging on a PC case next to a monitor Match the pick to your priority
Getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money: the Stealth 500 PS. Listeners who want the biggest drivers here: the Stealth 700 PS.
How to Choose a PS5 Headset Wireless
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money | Stealth 500 PS | The lowest price among these headsets at the time of writing |
| Buyers who want up to 80 hours of listed battery life | Stealth 600 | Up to 80 hours of listed battery life |
| Listeners who want the biggest drivers here | Stealth 700 PS | The largest driver size here (60mm) |
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Key specs side by side
The Stealth 600 leads on battery life at 80 hours, ahead of the Stealth 700 PS at 80 hours.
| Headset | Battery life | Driver size | Connection | Microphone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stealth 500 PS | 40 hours | 40mm | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | Flip-to-mute |
| Stealth 600 | 80 hours | 50mm | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5 | Flip-to-mute |
| Stealth 700 PS | 80 hours | 60mm | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5 simultaneously | Flip-to-mute |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the Stealth 500 PS, sat in the $50 to $100 tier, 3 tiers in all up to the Stealth 700 PS at $150 to $250; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Headsets |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | Stealth 500 PS |
| About $100 to $150 | Stealth 600 |
| About $150 to $250 | Stealth 700 PS |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the largest driver size: the Stealth 700 PS or the Stealth 600?
Between the top two, it is 60mm on the Stealth 700 PS against 50mm on the Stealth 600, a 20% difference. The Stealth 500 PS closes the ranking at 40mm.
Is the Stealth 700 PS worth paying more than the Stealth 500 PS?
The spec sheets show battery life (80 hours against 40 hours) and driver size (60mm against 40mm) in its favour. The Stealth 500 PS sat in the $50 to $100 tier and the Stealth 700 PS in the $150 to $250 tier when we checked, with 1 other pick between them; pay the difference only if battery life and driver size decide your purchase.
What makes the Stealth 700 PS the Largest Drivers?
The label rests on the largest driver size here (60mm). The Stealth 600 is next on driver size at 50mm, so this pick's 60mm is 20% further out. The Stealth 500 PS, the cheapest pick, sat in the $50 to $100 tier against $150 to $250 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
Beyond the specs, what sets the Stealth 500 PS and the Stealth 600 apart?
The Stealth 500 PS: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. The Stealth 600: up to 80 hours of listed battery life. The Stealth 700 PS: 60mm Eclipse dual drivers.
Should I pick the Stealth 500 PS or the Stealth 700 PS?
The Stealth 500 PS suits getting 2.4GHz and Bluetooth for the least money; the Stealth 700 PS suits listeners who want the biggest drivers here.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Stealth 500 PS, chosen for the lowest price among these headsets at the time of writing. Look at the Stealth 600 for up to 80 hours of listed battery life if those matter more to you.
The PS5 does not support Bluetooth audio from most headsets; a USB dongle is the reliable route.
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