Buying Guide
The Best Xbox Wireless Headset
We weighed four headsets on driver size and connection; the Stealth 700 has the largest driver size, and the Captain 200 costs the least.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read4 products evaluated
An Xbox wireless headset must support Xbox Wireless or ship with an Xbox dongle. Every pick mentions Xbox and connects without a cable.
The order reflects driver size, connection and microphone from maker specifications; we did not test these headsets ourselves, and gaps in the specs are flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Which of the 4 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
Turtle Beach Captain 200 Wireless (Xbox)Undercutting the BlackShark V3 X Xbox on price when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up.
Check price for Turtle Beach Captain 200 Wireless (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed (Xbox)An Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X.
Best for: Buyers who want Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X.
Check price for Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Razer BlackShark V3 Wireless (Xbox)TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers.
Best for: Buyers who want TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers.
Check price for Razer BlackShark V3 Wireless (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Largest Drivers
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Xbox)The largest driver size here (60mm).
Best for: Players who favour a fuller low end.
Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the BlackShark V3 X Xbox on price when we checked. | Spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up. | Check price for Turtle Beach Captain 200 Wireless (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| An Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X. | Buyers who want Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X. | Check price for Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers. | Buyers who want TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers. | Check price for Razer BlackShark V3 Wireless (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest driver size here (60mm). | Players who favour a fuller low end. | Check price for Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Xbox) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Turtle Beach Captain 200 Wireless (Xbox)
The Captain 200 is built around Xbox Wireless without a dongle, with 50mm drivers on top.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when driver size of 50mm, behind the Stealth 700 (60mm) is a problem.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it offers a 50mm driver size. It matches the BlackShark V3 X Xbox and the BlackShark V3 Xbox on driver size (50mm). No other pick in this guide offers a xbox Wireless connection; compare the BlackShark V3 Xbox, which has a 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection.
A boom mic microphone is unique to it among these picks, while the Stealth 700 uses a flip-to-mute microphone. You also get a mid price tier. It connects to Xbox consoles over Xbox Wireless; on a PC, check the product page for the connection it supports, since Xbox Wireless on Windows usually needs Microsoft's adapter or a built-in radio. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the BlackShark V3 X Xbox was the next step up.
Key specs
- Driver size
- 50mm
- Connection
- Xbox Wireless
- Microphone
- Boom mic
Pros
- 50mm drivers
- Xbox Wireless without a dongle
- Mid price tier
- Xbox Wireless connection, the only one here
Cons
- Driver size of 50mm, behind the Stealth 700 (60mm)
The catch
The main gap: driver size of 50mm, behind the Stealth 700 (60mm). If that matters, the Stealth 700 comes in at 60mm.
Also Consider2 of 4
Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed (Xbox)
What the BlackShark V3 X Xbox brings to the table is an Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X, plus Gen-2 50mm drivers.
Best for
- Buyers who want Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Captain 200 was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It also offers a 50mm driver size and weighs 270g. The microphone is a detachable 9.9mm HyperClear cardioid unit, and on PC the headset unlocks 7.1.4 surround sound. It switches between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth with SmartSwitch Dual Wireless, or plugs in over USB-C.
On driver size it ties with the Captain 200 and the BlackShark V3 Xbox at 50mm. No other pick in this guide offers a 9mm HyperClear microphone; compare the Captain 200, which has a boom mic microphone. 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 Captain 200 and below the BlackShark V3 Xbox at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Driver size
- 50mm
- Weight
- 270g
- Connection
- HyperSpeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Microphone
- 9mm HyperClear
Pros
- 50mm drivers
- Light 270g build
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X
Cons
- Costs more than the Captain 200 at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 4
Razer BlackShark V3 Wireless (Xbox)
The BlackShark V3 Xbox stands out for TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers, and it adds 7.1.4 surround on PC.
Best for
- Buyers who want TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers.
Skip if
- Skip it if driver size matters most to you; the Stealth 700 offers 60mm.
Why we like it
It also offers a 50mm driver size. On driver size it ties with the Captain 200 and the BlackShark V3 X Xbox at 50mm. A 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection is unique to it among these picks, while the Stealth 700 uses a CrossPlay dual transmitter connection.
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 BlackShark V3 X Xbox and cheaper picks cost less, and the Stealth 700 cost more. Driver size is its weakest area, and the Stealth 700 covers it better at 60mm.
Key specs
- Driver size
- 50mm
- Connection
- 2.4GHz and Bluetooth
- Microphone
- Detachable HyperClear Super Wideband
Pros
- 50mm drivers
- Dual wireless: dongle plus Bluetooth
- TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers
- 7.1.4 surround on PC
Cons
- Driver size trails the Stealth 700 (60mm)
- Costs more than the Captain 200 at the time of writing
Largest Drivers4 of 4
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Xbox)
The Stealth 700 uses the largest drivers here, 60mm Eclipse dual drivers, and a CrossPlay dual transmitter for switching between systems.
Best for
- Players who favour a fuller low end.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Captain 200, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Memory foam cushions designed for glasses make it one of the more comfortable options for long sessions. It runs 2.4GHz and Bluetooth at the same time, so you can take a phone call while gaming, and the battery is rated for up to 80 hours. The glasses-friendly memory foam cushions and 10-band EQ app help on long sessions.
Nothing else here matches its 60mm driver size; the Captain 200 comes closest at 50mm. No other pick in this guide offers a CrossPlay dual transmitter connection; compare the Captain 200, which has a xbox Wireless connection. A flip-to-mute microphone is unique to it among these picks, while the BlackShark V3 X Xbox uses a 9mm HyperClear microphone. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the BlackShark V3 Xbox.
Key specs
- Driver size
- 60mm
- Connection
- CrossPlay dual transmitter
- Microphone
- Flip-to-mute
Pros
- 60mm drivers
- 60mm Eclipse dual drivers
- Memory foam cushions designed for glasses
- CrossPlay dual transmitter connection, the only one here
Cons
- Costs more than the Captain 200 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 four headsets on driver size, connection and microphone as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results, and every compared field is stated for all 4 picks.
- What every pick has in common
- All 4, from the Captain 200 to the Stealth 700, state driver size, connection and microphone.
- Who each pick suits
- The Captain 200 for undercutting the BlackShark V3 X Xbox on price when we checked; the BlackShark V3 X Xbox for an Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X; the BlackShark V3 Xbox for TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Captain 200 (under $50) to the Stealth 700 ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a Xbox Wireless Headset
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Driver size across these picks
Here driver size runs from 50mm on the BlackShark V3 Xbox to 60mm on the Stealth 700, a 20% spread. The Stealth 700 is the pick for driver size.
Extras that separate them
The BlackShark V3 X Xbox: Gen-2 50mm drivers. The BlackShark V3 Xbox: 7.1.4 surround on PC. The Stealth 700: memory foam cushions designed for glasses.
Headphones on a red stand next to an amplifier and bookshelf speakers Budget
Under $50 buys the Captain 200; $50 to $100 buys the BlackShark V3 X Xbox; $100 to $150 buys the BlackShark V3 Xbox; $150 to $250 buys the Stealth 700 at our last check.
Start from what matters most
Spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up: the Captain 200. Players who favour a fuller low end: the Stealth 700.
Open-back headphones on a stand beside a headphone amplifier 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.
How to Choose a Xbox Wireless Headset
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up | Captain 200 | Undercutting the BlackShark V3 X Xbox on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X | BlackShark V3 X Xbox | An Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X |
| Buyers who want TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers | BlackShark V3 Xbox | TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers |
| Players who favour a fuller low end | Stealth 700 | The largest driver size here (60mm) |
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Key specs side by side
The Stealth 700 leads on driver size at 60mm, ahead of the Captain 200 at 50mm.
| Headset | Driver size | Connection | Microphone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain 200 | 50mm | Xbox Wireless | Boom mic |
| BlackShark V3 X Xbox | 50mm | HyperSpeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth | 9mm HyperClear |
| BlackShark V3 Xbox | 50mm | 2.4GHz and Bluetooth | Detachable HyperClear Super Wideband |
| Stealth 700 | 60mm | CrossPlay dual transmitter | Flip-to-mute |
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By price at the time of writing
The Captain 200 was the lowest-priced pick (under $50) and the Stealth 700 the highest ($150 to $250) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Headsets |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | Captain 200 |
| About $50 to $100 | BlackShark V3 X Xbox |
| About $100 to $150 | BlackShark V3 Xbox |
| About $150 to $250 | Stealth 700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Captain 200 compare with the Stealth 700 on driver size?
The Stealth 700 leads at 60mm, with the Captain 200 at 50mm.
What does the Stealth 700 add over the Captain 200?
What it brings is driver size (60mm against 50mm). On our last price check the Captain 200 was in the under $50 tier and the Stealth 700 in the $150 to $250 tier, with 2 other picks between them; pay the difference only if driver size decides your purchase.
Why is the Stealth 700 our Largest Drivers pick?
It earns the label for the largest driver size here (60mm). On driver size it leads the Captain 200, 60mm against 50mm, a 20% margin. The Captain 200, the cheapest pick, sat in the under $50 tier against $150 to $250 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at anyone who favours a fuller low end.
What extras do the Captain 200 and the BlackShark V3 X Xbox include?
The Captain 200: Xbox Wireless without a dongle. The BlackShark V3 X Xbox: an Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X. The BlackShark V3 Xbox: TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers.
Should I pick the Captain 200 or the Stealth 700?
The Captain 200 suits spending as little as possible, with the BlackShark V3 X Xbox the next step up; the Stealth 700 suits players who favour a fuller low end.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Captain 200, chosen for undercutting the BlackShark V3 X Xbox on price when we checked. Look at the BlackShark V3 X Xbox for an Xbox-licensed version of the V3 X and the BlackShark V3 Xbox for TriForce Titanium Gen-2 drivers if those matter more to you.
Battery figures are maker claims and vary with volume and lighting.
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