Cyber Week gaming headset deals 2023: giving the gift of great audio this deals season

Razer BlackShark V2 X  | 50mm drivers | 12-28,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $59.99 $39.99 at Amazon (save $20)
The Razer Blackshark V2 X  features a detachable cardioid mic, 7.1 surround sound and a 50mm set of well-balanced titanium drivers. It's a solid and dependable bit of gear, and while this isn't a gigantic discount we still think this price represents great value for money for such a high-performing headset.

EPOS Sennheiser GSP 600 | 50mm drivers | 10-30,000kHz | Closed-back | Wired | $149.00 $70.80 at Amazon (save $78.20)
When we reviewed the Sennheiser GSP600 we found them firm but comfy, with excellent build quality and a fantastic soundstage. These pump audio at quite a considerable level, with excellent sub bass and crisp treble that might not be for everyone but certainly makes them a lively listening experience, and that gigantic mic definitely delivers. They may be a bit skull-crushing for some in both comfort and overall sound, but they make a compelling case for themselves nonetheless.

Price check: $149.99 Best Buy

HyperX Cloud III| 53mm drivers | 15-25,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $99.99 $59.99 at Amazon (save $40)
While this might not be the hugest saving in the world, this HyperX Cloud III wired headset with over $20 off retail pricing is a good deal. When we reviewed this set of cans the only fault we could really find was with the price, so for this sort of money it's definitely worthy of some serious consideration.

SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC | 40mm drivers | 10-40,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $249.99 $162 at Amazon (save $87.99)
SteelSeries have a reputation for making fantastic gaming headsets, and this Arctis Pro + model is certainly no exception. It's got a crystal clear bidirectional mic, a super comfortable "ski goggle" fabric headband and some great sounding drivers, but the real thing to pay attention to here is its dedicated DAC+ amplifier with OLED screen. This headset sounds absolutely brilliant as a result, and should jump straight to the top of your list at this price.

Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX Headphones | 40mm drivers |  10-41,000Hz | Open-back | Wired | $219 $179 at Drop (save $40)
A hot collab between Drop and Sennheiser, the HD 6XX headphones are essentially a variant of Sennheiser's ever-popular HD 650s in misty midnight blue. They have the same sound profile as the HD 650s—a nice, crisp and clear response on the mids and highs—meaning you're set for some seriously nice audio for a seriously decent price.

Drop x Epos PC38X Yellow Gaming Headset| 42mm drivers |  10-30,000Hz | Open-back | Wired | $169 $119 at Drop (save $50)
In smouldering but understated yellow, the PX38Xs are another team-up between Drop and a renowned headset maker. This time the partner in question is Epos, and the resulting cans sound absolutely gorgeous. These headphones are a little costly at their usual price, but they're going for a very reasonable amount this Black Friday.

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED | 40mm drivers | 20-20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $79.99 $49.88 at Amazon (save $30.11)
This Logitech headset is a great entry point for those on a budget looking for a wireless solution, and come with a surprising set of features for the money. There's Dolby Atmos support, 18 hours of battery life and a lightweight design, meaning these cans will stay comfortable for longer play sessions. The built-in microphones are not the best-sounding things we've ever heard but are perfectly functional, and at this price we think this set makes a solid budget option.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal | 40mm drivers | 20-22,000kHz | Closed-back | Wireless | $499 $209.21 at Amazon (save $289.79)
Ordinarily this Bang & Olufsen headset is very pricey indeed, but at this heavy discount you get legendary audio quality and premium build quality for a lot less than usual. When we reviewed these cans we found them to have a brilliant sound profile for both gaming and music, with the only drawbacks being the price and the slightly disappointing microphone. 19 hour battery life with wireless ANC enabled is decent, jumping to a full 42 hours if you were using them with Bluetooth on your way to work. Stylish, well-built and super comfy to boot.

Price check: $529.99 Newegg

Logitech G335 | 40mm drivers | 20-20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | £64.99 £44.99 at Amazon (save £20)
This Logitech headset is a lightweight marvel with memory foam earphone pads and a refined yet colourful aesthetic. The 40mm neodymium drivers are well-rounded and it comes with a handy in-line volume control on its extra-long wire. The microphone is nothing to write home about, but for this price these make an excellent entry-level set of cans.

Corsair HS55 Surround | 50mm Drivers | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | Wired | £69.99 £41.18 at Amazon (save £28.81)
Considering its budget-friendly price tag, Corsair's HS55 delivers an impressive package of quality audio and a good build quality. Not often will you find such a well-rounded headset going for so little. The microphone sounds great, and can be flipped up out of the way when you don't need it.

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED | 40mm drivers | 20-20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | £74.99 £29.90 at Amazon (save £45.09)
This Logitech headset is a great entry point for those on a budget looking for a wireless solution, and come with a surprising set of features for the money. There's Dolby Atmos support, 18 hours of battery life and a lightweight design, meaning these cans will stay comfortable for longer play sessions. The built-in microphones are not the best-sounding things we've ever heard but are perfectly functional, and at this price we think this set makes a solid budget option.

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core | 40mm drivers | 20-22,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | £79.99 £63.73 at Amazon (save £16.26)
HyperX make some of our most recommended headsets, and this Core edition of the Cloud Stinger has a load of great features at a very reasonable price. Virtual 7.1 surround, a swivel-to-mute-microphone, onboard audio controls and durable steel sliders make this a sleek and svelte package for a budget price tag.

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless | 50mm drivers | 15-21,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | £189.99 £129 at Amazon (save £60.99)
The HyperX Cloud Alpha is one of our all-time favourite gaming headsets for many reasons, but there's a big headline feature to talk about here: 300 hour battery life. No, we didn't make a typo. 300 hours of gaming goodness on a single charge, excellent DTS:X Spatial Audio and premium comfort features make this headset an absolute stunner of a buy at this price. In fact, when we reviewed it the only major negative we could find was a slightly uninspiring microphone. Absolutely worth a serious look this one, at any level of discount.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro | 40mm Drivers | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | Wireless | £329.99 £268.99 at Amazon (save £61)
SteelSeries have a reputation for making fantastic gaming headsets, and this Arctis Nova Pro model is certainly no exception. It's got a crystal clear mic, immersive audio, and can be connected to different devices simultaneously, thanks to the dual 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth connectivity.