Best True 7.1 Gaming Headsets – Some of you might prefer punchy bass, whereas others might hate it, but when it comes to surround sound, positional audio is the top priority and all of these virtual surround sound headsets manage to do a great job at emulating it.
Well, if you want the best 7.1 surround sound experience while gaming, you cannot go wrong with any of these headsets that we’ve discussed. Keep in mind that sound quality of these headsets are highly subjective, as it varies from person to person.
OVERVIEW
Just remember what we talked about earlier – durability is very important, and don’t let retail outlets gouge you for these, for crying out loud, there is never an excuse for these to be so expensive.
ROUND UP
If you focus on comfort, convenience, and durability, and remember, the option to connect a cord is important, then you’ll find a nice, good-sounding pair of these headphones you’ll be happy with.
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Features
- Rich Gaming Audio with an exclusive airtight chamber design and 50 millimeter ASUS Essence drivers, and virtual 7.1 channel sound developed in partnership with Bongiovi Acoustics
- Built In ESS ES9018 DAC and SABRE9601K Amplifier deliver unprecedented dynamic rage, lossless playback, and ultra low distortion
- Cross platform compatibility with USB 2.0 + Bluetooth for PC, PS4, Nintendo switch and enabled mobile devices
- Dual source Audio (USB + Bluetooth) allows you to stay engaged with your game while taking a call or listening to your music from a mobile device
- Touch controls for adjusting volume and playback, along with RGB synchronization across multiple headsets. Sensitivity- 39 dB ± 3 dB
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2.Asustek
Features
- 90YH00S1-B3UA00
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3.ASUS Gaming
Features
- EXCEPTIONAL SOUND CLARITY - ROG Theta 7.1 surround sound headset includes eight ASUS Essence drivers and virtual subwoofers for incredibly immersive gaming audio and powerful bass
- POWER OF Ai - Noise-cancelling headset microphone delivers crytal-clear in-game voice communication so your team is always on point.
- POWERFUL SOUND - Four ESS 9601 headphone drivers and exclusively customized ROG home-theater-grade 7.1 DAC provide exceptionally crisp and loseless audio from your ROG headset
- USB-C CONNECTOR - ROG Theta headphones versatile to say the least, compatible headset for PC gaming, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and smart devices
- ULTIMATE COMFORT - Features headphone ear cushions with specialized fast-cooling fabric and eyewear-friendly design that provides uncompromized comfort for extended wear of the ROG Theta gaming headset
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4.Corsair HS60
Features
- Adjustable ear cups fitted with plush memory foam provide exceptional comfort for hours of gameplay
- High-quality custom-tuned 50mm neodymium Audio drivers deliver superb sound quality with the range to hear everything you need to on the battlefield
- Immerse yourself in 7.1 surround sound on PC creating a multi-channel audio experience that puts you in the middle of your game
- A fully detachable noise-cancelling unidirectional microphone reduces ambient noise for excellent voice clarity
- Multi-platform compatible with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox one, Nintendo switch and mobile devices via a gold-plated 3.5mm connector
- The HS60 PRO’s light weight and durable construction, with aluminum yokes and a braided audio cable, give it years of longevity
- On-ear volume and mute controls enable on-the-fly adjustments without distracting you from your game
- Corsair iCUE software enables custom audio equalizer settings, immersive 7.1 surround sound, sidetone control, and more
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5.Sennheiser
Features
- Immerse yourself in the game with Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound
- Sennheiser Transducer Technology lets you hear every detail in the game
- Shape the sound to your gaming needs using the customizable surround sound software
- Breathable plush velvet ear pads keep your head cool during long gaming sessions. Cable length: 1,7m + 1,2m
- Professional noise-cancelling microphone provides crystal clear in game chat
- Two-year warranty when purchased from an authorized Sennheiser dealer
- Customizable surround software let you shape the sound - Download the SENNHEISER SURROUND DONGLE SOFTWARE by visiting our official website.
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6.EKSA E900
Features
- ✅【Removable Dual Interfaces Design】USB and 3.5mm audio interfaces are used. Two removable deigns, while compatible with PC devices, also support multiple mobile deviecs. Plug and play, providing more choices and making the scenes of sound more diversified. Note: 7.1 surround sound is only available on PC with USB cable.
- ✅【Immersive 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound】Create an immersive gaming experience with stereo surround sound in the game. Accurate sound positioning, easy identification of enemy positions, to avoid surprise attack, defear the enemy to win. Perfect for shooting games like Call of Duty, Destiny 2, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon or Fortnite etc.
- ✅【Multi-platform Compitable】EKSA 7.1 surround sound gaming headsets works on PS4/ PS4 Pro/ Xbox One S/ Xboe One/ PC/ Mac/ Nintendo Switch/ PSP/ Laptop/ Smartphones and other devices with standard 3.5mm audio jack and USB interfaces. An extra adapter is required for old-version Xbox controller; Nintendo Switch doesn’t support microphone feature on gaming headset.
- ✅【Great Humanized Design】Designed for all-day comfort. With soft memory protein earmuffs on both side, you won't feel any discomfort while wearing this 7.1 gaming headphones even for long time gaming. The headband was designed for balanced weight distribution and reduced clamping force to maximize comfort during lengthy gaming sessions.
- ✅【2 Years Warranty】2-Years Manufacturer's Warranty and Unconditional 30 days Money-back Guarantee. Any request or suggestion of our products, please feel free to advise us. EKSA always focus on designing and making the best products and providing the best customer service.
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7.Xbox Headset
Features
- 【MULTI-PLATFORM COMPATIBLE】This gaming headset Support PS4, PS5,New Xbox One, PC, Laptop, PSP, Tablet, iPad, Computer, Mobile Phone and other devices with 3.5mm jack.Stereo Surround gaming headset are equipped with a 3.5mm audio adapter and are compatible with multiple devices. Please note you need an extra Microsoft Adapter (Not Included) when connect with an old version Xbox One controller.You can use it on multiple devices with just one price devices with just one price
- 【SURROUNDING STEREO HEADSET】Clear sound operating strong brass, splendid ambient noise isolation and high precision 50mm magnetic neodymium driver, acoustic positioning precision enhance the sensitivity of the speaker unit, bringing you vivid sound field, sound clarity, shock feeling sound. Whether you're immersed in God of War or want to hear enemies motion in PUBG or CS:GO, a professional gaming headset does matter. Perfect for various games.
- 【NOISE ISOLATING MICROPHONE】Headset integrated onmi-directional microphone can transmits high quality communication with its premium noise-concellng feature, can pick up sounds with great sensitivity and remove the noise, which enables you clearly deliver or receive messages while you are in a game.120 degree rotatable silicone tube mic design very convenient to adjust angle of the microphone
- 【Ultra Comfort Gaming Headset】This gaming headset can reduce hearing impairment and heat sweat. Comfortable soft leather ear pads and memory foam fit your ears with ease and ensure the best comfort even after several hours, headphones can be adjusted.It is suitable for all gaming players of all ages and is suitable ideal for families and friends.Glaring LED RGB lights desigend on the earcups to highlight game atmosphere.
- 【 VOLUME CONTROL】High tensile strength, anti-winding braided USB cable with rotary volume controller and key microphone mute effectively prevents the 49-inches long cable from twining and allows you to control the volume easily and mute the mic as effortless volume control one key mute.
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8.Turtle Beach
Features
- Crystal clear chat: Removable high sensitivity mic picks up your voice loud and clear or use the built-in inline mic when on the go
- Lightweight & comfortable: Play for hours in complete comfort with three sizes of interchangeable ear tips and stabilizers for the best fit
- Multifunction inline controller: Inline controller puts master volume control, mic mute and a multifunction button (on supported devices) at your fingertips
- High quality 10 millimeter speakers: 10 millimeter speakers produce crisp highs and thundering lows
- Universal Compatibility: Designed for Nintendo Switch and mobile gaming on the go; Also works great with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PS4 Pro, PS4, and PC
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9.Pacrate PS4
Features
- 【Multi-platform Compatibility】The Pacrate Gaming Headset supports PS4, PS4 Pro / Slim, Xbox One, Xbox One X controller, PSP, PC, laptop, tablet, mobile phone and most other devices with 3.5 mm audio jack. NOTE: Xbox One s needs an additional adapter(NOT INCLUDED) to support. USB interface is used for LED lights ONLY. For mic setting tips, please contact our Customer Support Team and we will offer help within 24 hours.
- 【True Surround Sound Experience】The Pacrate PS4 Headset offers excellent 40 mm audio drivers in combination with advanced audio technology. It delivers high quality simulated surround sound to make the gaming experience even more intense. With the responsive audio drivers, you can better see the direction the sound is coming from, such as the fire, your opponent's steps, and scenario indicators.
- 【Noise-cancelling and Sensitive Microphone for Real-time Clear Chat】The Pacrate Xbox one Headset has a sensitive, adjustable microphone with noise-canceling techniques. It filters out most of the ambient noise in your area and enables real-time conversations without delay. Anti-static technology in gaming headphones prevents static noise from occurring.
- 【Ergonomic Fit】The trendy Pacrate Headset with Microphone for Laptop has an ergonomically optimized fit. The padded headband, the soft and resistant ear pads and the individually adjustable microphone ensure maximum comfort. Even after intensive use for hours, the faux leather padding and headband sit comfortably firmly without hurting.
- 【12-Month Customer Service】Each of our Pacrate Headsets has gone through a strict quality test before shipping. If there are any problems with our headset within 12 months, please do not hesitate to contact us seller and we are always here to offer you a satisfying solution.
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10.Stereo
Features
- 【Decent Sound Quality&Surrounding Stereo】Splendid ambient noise isolation, high precision 40mm magnetic neodymiumdriver and acoustic positioning precision tech enhance thesensitivity of the speaker unit, bringing you vivid sound field, strong bass and shock feeling sound. Sound coming through drivers is nice and clear, you can better see the fire, your opponent's steps, and scenario indicators. Perfect for various games like Halo 5 Guardians, Metal Gear Solid, Call of Duty, Overwatch, etc.
- 【Noise-Canceling Microphone】This gaming headset is equipped with a sensitive Omni-directional microphone and its voice is very clear on the receiving end. Our gaming headset has great noise Isolation and its microphone has noise isolation, which can effeectively cut off the noise and provide you a clean & clear chat with your friends. Easily to switch ON/OFF. The flexible 360° microphone design very convenient to adjust angle of the microphone, wherever you feels it is most comfortable.
- 【Ergonomic Design&Premium Material】Premium comfortable and good air permeability protein over-ear pads, adjustable headband, acord with human body engineering specification can reduce hearing impairment and heat sweat. Skin friendly leather material presents the ultra-comfortable wearing experience. The wiring of this headset is durable. The headset features a cool LED lighting design. In order to get the headphones to light up, you have to connect to charging port.
- 【Wide Compatibility】Our Gaming headphone supports PS4, New Xbox One, PC, Nintendo 3DS, Laptop, PSP, Tablet, iPad, Computer, Mobile Phone. This gaming headset with a 3.5mm audio jack is compatible with PC, PS4 controller, Xbox One controller(Please note: newer models have a headphone jack, older ones require an adapter.), Nintendo Switch (audio), Nintendo New 3DS LL/3DS (audio), Nintendo 3DS LL/3DS (audio).
- 【Quality Guarantee&Package】Our every gaming headset will go trough a strict quality test process before sending out. We promise 24-Month Warranty and offer quick customer service, for any questions while using, please contact us at any time via email. PACKAGE LIST: 1 x Gaming Headset; 1 x Operating Instruction; 1 x 3.5mm Audio Jack.
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Best True 7.1 Gaming Headsets – BUYER’S GUIDE
back to menu ↑Wired vs. Wireless:
First of all, while there’s nothing wrong with wireless headphones, don’t balk at something using a cord. Really, the only time wireless headphones are that advantageous is if you’re listening to something you can’t carry around or are afraid to carry your phone in your pocket for some reason. With corded headphones, you’re not feeding it batteries or recharging it all the time.
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Second, while a microphone won’t hurt anything, you’re probably not going to need it with surround headphones unless you’re a content creator of some sort. In that case, though, you’re probably going to have a better, dedicated microphone instead. If it’s a mouthpiece, it would get in your way often as well.
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This is something you absolutely want most of the time. There are cases where not hearing external noises could be dangerous – such as when out for a walk or riding a bike. Otherwise, this comes in handy, because you can drown out your noisy kids, barking dogs, or the din of multiple public conversations.
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This is a big one. I for one don’t like the kinds of headphones that wrap around the outer ear or sit inside the ear canal (earbuds). They’re uncomfortable. Bulkier, padded headphones can cause you to sweat or your outer ear becomes irritated – that is, unless you’ve got nice headphones designed for comfort. Be sure to aim for ones that you don’t mind wearing for protracted periods of time.
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If you’re not doing Bluetooth, then you want 3.5mm. That’s the standard headphone jack you’ve lived your whole life seeing and using. Contrary to what the likes of Apple may think, this jack form factor isn’t going anywhere any time soon.
If you have this form factor, aside from some badly-designed iPhones, you’re going to be able to plug your headphones into any sound device made after the 1980s. If you go with USB, you’re stuck with rare devices that work with USB for sound. Most smartphones don’t. Most stereos don’t even do USB.
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Of course, you can always consider an adapter that makes it possible to plug your headphones into questionably-engineered iPhones. This, unfortunately, occupies the charging port.
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If you’re trying to virtualize your surround, and dynamically cancel noise, then you need high sensitivity, which creates better, shaped sound, and can adjust for random noises of varied decibels. Lower-sensitivity means poorer sound quality.
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Remember, the heavier these are, the more uncomfortable or tiring they can be to use. But, the tradeoff of higher weight is higher durability. So, you have to work out a balance that suits you, on comfort versus durability with this.
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Honestly, you may want an EQ (equalizer) to adjust your surround for your own sense of hearing, but this is usually handled by drivers on the other device, or adjusts pretty smartly on its own. As for impedance, this really doesn’t matter in modern designs, due to a whole new way electrical circuitry works now.
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Q. Are 7.1 Headsets Good for Gaming?
7.1 headsets are generally recommended by gamers because of its positional audio. If you are seriously into gaming, I would strongly suggest you to get one.
Q. Are 7.1 Headphones Worth It?
Many gamers find 7.1 or 5.1 surround sound system a gimmick. However, in the last couple of years, the multi-sound system has been enhanced by complex algorithms which work pretty well and allows you to find the direction of your enemy with near-perfect accuracy. So, I would say, yes, 7.1 headphones are worth it.
Q. What is The Best Gaming Headset 2020?
If I don’t have a budget constraint then I would easily pick the Sennheiser PC 373D. However, for budget users, the Mpow Iron is a great gaming headset in 2020.
Q. How Do I Get My Headphones to 7.1 Surround Sound?
It depends on the type of headset and the manufacturer of the sound equipment. If you have support for stereo sound then you can enable 7.1 surround sound system usually from the Spatial Settings page. You can find the audio utility from the manufacturer’s website.
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Gaming headsets, especially the ones with surround sound functionality, were once considered a marketing gimmick. However, in recent years, virtual surround sound headsets, which make use of dedicated software to emulate a surround sound experience, are becoming the real deal by helping a lot in fast-paced competitive multiplayer games. They are also becoming more affordable and more mainstream by the day. With that in mind, we have rounded up the 12 best 7.1 channel surround sound gaming headsets you can buy right now.
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