Update 11/13/24: Headsets have become a big part of gaming, so it’s no surprise that we’re seeing many excellent deals rolling out as we get closer to Black Friday. That’s why we’ve gone ahead and added a couple of new deals we found in the $150-$200 price range, as well as updated all the already existing deals to reflect their latest pricing. Be sure to check back as we update this article regularly with the best deals we find!
Black Friday is just around the corner on November 29, but there are already a lot of excellent early Black Friday gaming headset deals you can take advantage of. While headphones are great, they don’t come with a microphone, and if you don’t want to really spend the money or space dealing with two peripherals, headsets can easily fix that issue. Luckily, there is a huge selection of early Black Friday deals out there from some of the best brands in the business, such as HyperX, SteelSeries, and Logitech. With so many options, it can be hard to pick something good, which is why we’ve gone out and collected some of our favorite early Black Friday headset deals for you below.
Also, if you’re thinking of upgrading the rest of your setup, check out these early Black Friday gaming laptop deals, Black Friday gaming PC deals, and Black Friday gaming chair deals.
HyperX Cloud III — $73 $100 27% off
HyperX has made a lot of excellent headphones and headsets, and this budget offering is great with it’s 27% discount. It has connectivity to pretty much all the major consoles, and the audio fidelity is excellent for this price point, although the microphone isn’t retractable, which might be annoying for some.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 — $89 $100 11% off
SteelSeries has made a name for itself in the mouse market, but its headsets are also really high quality, and while you only get an 11% discount with the Nova 3, it’s worth grabbing, especially for the retractable microphone. In terms of features, it comes with 7.1 surround, great audio fidelity, and a cool RGB ring on each earcup.
Logitech G733 LIGHTSPEED — $95 $150 37% off
Logitech is a juggernaut when it comes to gaming peripherals, and this G733 LIGHTSPEED headset is no different, and even without the 37% discount, it’s worth grabbing. It has a high level of comfort, surround sound, a detachable mic if you want to use it only as headphones, and you can even get an extra $4.75 off if you have My Best Buy Plus.
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 MAX — $130 $180 28% off
Turtle Beach makes some great mid-range gear with budget pricing, and this Stealth 700 Gen 2 MAX headset is no different. It has great audio quality, a retractable microphone, a 30-foot wireless range, and $50 discount that knocks the price down to $130.
Astro Gaming A50 Gen 4 — $170 $250 32% off
One cool thing about the Astro Gaming A50 is that it’s not only a great headset for gaming, it also comes with it’s own base station which charges it, so you don’t have to just lay it randomly wherever you can on your desk. While the original $250 is a bit pricey, the 32% discount brings it down to a much more reasonable $170.
CORSAIR VIRTUOSO XT — $200 $270 26% off
Even though this is technically the non-RGB version of the same Virtuoso XT headset our reviewer Niels Broekhuijsen had his hands on, it is still ” a stunning wireless gaming headset that tries to achieve it all.” It’s a great option for those who want both a great headset and headphones, all for just $200 instead of $270.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro — $194 $250 22% off
Taking it up yet another notch, this SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro even comes with its own built-in amplifier, so you can get high-quality and loud sounds at a twist of a knob. It’s discounted down to $220 from $250, and is perfect for somebody who really wants the best of the best.
How to Choose a Headset on Black Friday
Buying any good gaming headset can make a big difference in your gaming experience, but there are some things that are certainly worth considering before you take the plunge. For example, having a detachable or retractable microphone can be very convenient, especially if you plan to buy a stand-alone microphone in the future. Another thing to think about is whether you want to go with a wired or wireless option, given that the latter means you’ll have to keep up with charging the battery, which can get frustrating sometimes.
Of course, the most important thing to consider is always going to be the audio quality, not just for the headphones but for the microphone as well. After all, if the folks you are playing with can’t hear you properly or you sound garbled, then it doesn’t make much sense to spend a big sum of money. Also, while not as big a deal, having headphones with better and more complex surround sound can be super helpful if you play the types of games that really focus on audio, such as FPS or competitive games.
How We Chose These Headset Black Friday Deals
While there are a huge amount of headsets out there, you’ll also find many generic options that aren’t necessarily that good. That’s why we fall back on our years of experience as reviewers and deal hunters to not only pick the best deal but also headsets that come from quality brands and are worth your investment. At the end of the day, we want to make sure you get the best bang for your buck, so we aim to find you the cheapest headset deals before putting them on this list so that you’re always buying with confidence.
