\n
Game-ready wireless earbuds with ANC, customizable EQ settings, and a 2.4 GHz dongle for a low latency connection to a range of devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
USB-C 2.4GHz Wireless, Bluetooth 5.3<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 10 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 30 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nClear, balanced sound across all frequencies<\/p>\n
<\/span>Impressive 10-hour battery life<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>Occasional in-ear detection playback issues<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
It may be hard to break up with your gaming headset<\/u>, but the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds offer a comparable experience in a much smaller form factor that\u2019s ideal for gaming on the go. We’ve reviewed the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds<\/u> and found that \u201cfew earbuds are able to cover every base as competently.\u201d So, beyond gaming, these subtle little secure and comfortable ear pieces make for an excellent everyday earbud option. <\/p>\n
Sound quality is most important, and the Arctis GameBuds don\u2019t disappoint, providing a full and spacious audio experience with clear, balanced sound across all frequencies. ANC is baked in and does an excellent job blocking out lower ambient noise, but be prepared for some higher frequencies to still get through. As for in-game audio, everything from explosions to footsteps comes across boldly. It\u2019s possible to pick up some directional cues, giving away enemy locations, even if it\u2019s not as pronounced as a regular gaming headset. If you\u2019re looking to make any changes to the sound, SteelSeries offers a robust app to tweak any EQ or ANC settings. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n\n
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds – Photos<\/h3>\n<\/span><\/output><\/p>\n
Connectivity is a major way the SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds differentiate themselves from more traditional wireless earbuds. Rather than only relying on Bluetooth, these buds offer a 2.4GHz wireless USB-C dongle for a reliable, low-latency link to gaming devices. While the L-shaped dongle design may occasionally block ports in certain devices, it easily slots into just about anything, from the Switch to a gaming PC. The linked model is made specifically for PlayStation, but the Xbox version of the Arctis GameBuds are just as great. <\/p>\n
Given that these earbuds are exclusively wireless, battery life is always a concern. Luckily, a single quick charge can get you up to 10 hours of playback, and an additional 30 hours from the Qi wireless charging case should last most gaming marathons. ANC and mic usage can kill some of that battery life, but it still blows most earbuds out of the water. Really, the only things we could fault the Arctis GameBuds for are occasional in-ear detection playback issues and a few Bluetooth connectivity problems. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
2. Gaming Earbuds With the Best Battery Life<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nSony Inzone Buds<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Sony Inzone Buds<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 3<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
2.4GHz \/ Bluetooth LE<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 12 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
24 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nSmooth, directional sound<\/p>\n
<\/span>Long battery life for extended sessions<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>Lack of regular Bluetooth limits their versatility<\/p>\n
<\/span>Customization software is PC only<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
Sony’s Inzone Buds will last 12 hours without needing a recharge in their case, enough to get you through a marathon session, and they’re comfy enough that your ears won’t need a break. They sound good, too, rich and full as I noted in my review, and spatial audio means you always know which direction footsteps are coming from. The 2.4GHz connection to their USB-C dongle won’t net you any noticable delays between your screen and your ears.<\/p>\n
On PC, they work with Sony’s detailed Inzone Hub, where you can easily switch EQs, toggle noise canceling, or use “transparency mode,” letting you hear what’s going on in the room around you without needing to take the buds off.<\/p>\n
They are not, unfortunately, the most versatile earbuds. The Inzone Hub is PC only, limiting their customization on other consoles. And they don’t have a regular Bluetooth connection, only Bluetooth LE (low energy). A lot of devices don’t support that, so you’ll need to use the dongle to connect them to your Steam Deck, Switch 2, or your phone (some recent Android phones support Bluetooth LE). They also don’t work with Xbox consoles.<\/p>\n
But they’re still excellent low-latency gaming buds \u2013 and lasting 12 hours is seriously impressive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
3. Best-Sounding Earbuds That Also Work for GamingMomentum True Wireless 4 Earbuds<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Earbuds<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 1<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
Bluetooth 5.4 compliant, Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth LE<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Audio codec<\/p>\n
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive\/Lossless, LC3<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 7.5 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
30 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nGorgeous sound<\/p>\n
<\/span>Tons of customization options<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>Expensive<\/p>\n
<\/span>Higher-latency gaming<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds are some of the best that money \u2013 lots of money \u2013 can buy, but they’re not gaming earbuds. So why are they on this list?<\/p>\n
Their Bluetooth won’t stand up to a wired gaming headset or to dedicated low-latency gaming earbuds that connect via a USB dongle, but <\/em>they do have a specific “low latency” audio mode designed for gaming, and it worked better than other non-gaming earbuds we’ve tried.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 – Photos<\/h3>\n<\/span><\/output><\/p>\n
It’s a little fiddly to set up: You have to connect these buds simultaneously to your phone and to whatever you’re playing on. But once you’ve done that, they’ll work just fine. We tested them in both Fortnite and Arc Raiders on PC and we could feel a delay \u2013 but it was very slight. If you play more casual games, say on a handheld console, or if you care about rich sound and immersion more than pure speed, these could be for you.<\/p>\n
As everyday earbuds they’re some of the best we’ve ever reviewed<\/u>, and their customization app is packed with features you won’t find on other earbuds, such as a podcast mode for studio sound, battery protection mode to extend their lifespan, and a fit test to help you decide which of the many ear tips to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
4. Best Budget Wireless Gaming Earbuds<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nAsus ROG Cetra<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Asus ROG Cetra<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 4<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
Bluetooth 5.0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Audio codec<\/p>\n
SBC & AAC Audio<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
5.5 hours (ANC Off)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
21.5 hours (ANC Off)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nHybrid active noise cancellation<\/p>\n
<\/span>Quick charging feature<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>No 2.4GHz dongle<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
The under-$100 ROG Cetra earbuds feature low-latency wireless through Armoury Crate, which is Asus\u2019 specialized app for various personalization features. The Asus earbuds also feature active noise cancellation if you really want to immerse yourself in the game. As an added touch, the Cetra features fast and wireless charging.<\/p>\n
If want something with a slightly amped up performance, Bluetooth multipoint, and few other extras, check out the Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova, recommended further down on this guide. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n\n
Logitech G333 Review<\/h3>\n<\/span><\/output><\/div>\n
5. Best Budget Wired Gaming Earbuds<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nLogitech G333<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Logitech G333<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 4<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nMedia controls<\/p>\n
<\/span>Come in different colors<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>Aggressively fine<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
Logitech fans who want a wired solution can try out the G333 wired earbuds. Featuring dual dedicated drivers, they\u2019re available in three colors, including purple\/yellow, black\/blue and white\/purple, have an integrated mic, and media controls. All of this comes at a super affordable price point.<\/p>\n
An IGN expert reviewed the Logitech G333 wired earbuds, noting they were, “surprisingly impressive gaming earbuds.” <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
6. Most Comfortable Gaming Earbuds <\/h2>\n<\/p>\nAsus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 0<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
2.4GHz transmitter \/ Bluetooth<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 11.5 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 46 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nGreat gaming and music audio<\/p>\n
<\/span>Excellent connection quality<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>No directional audio<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
If you\u2019re after a comfortable, lightweight pair of earbuds that work great for gaming, listening to music, or taking calls, the Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNovas are great all-rounders. These earbuds deliver the familiar stem-and-bud shape with a commendable build quality and three different ear tip sizes to find the best fit, and they come with a USB-C dongle for a low-latency connection in addition to Bluetooth. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n\n
Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova<\/h3>\n<\/span><\/output><\/p>\n
In our review, we found the SpeedNovas to be robustly featured, so you\u2019ll enjoy a solid battery life, HD audio support, RGB lighting, a \u200b\u200bbone-condensing AI microphone that comes across clear to teammates, and active noise cancelation with a transparency mode for focus. The EQ straight out of the box is well-balanced and warm, but you can always adjust the settings using the Armoury Crate. However, these earbuds lack the directional audio that is ultra-handy for shooters and other games. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
7. Best Open-Ear Gaming Earbuds<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nROG Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 0<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
Connectivity<\/p>\n
USB-C 2.4GHz Wireless, Bluetooth 6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Earbud battery life<\/p>\n
Up to 16 hours Bluetooth, 8-10 hours on 2.4Ghz wireless<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Case battery life<\/p>\n
Three full charges, up to an additional 48 hours total on Bluetooth<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\nNovel design lets in ambient sound <\/p>\n
<\/span>Reliable low-latency connection<\/p>\n
<\/span>Solid sound directionality for competitive play<\/p>\n
<\/span>Better battery life than most gaming buds<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span>Noise canceling virtually non-existent<\/p>\n
<\/span>Chunky, clunky case<\/p>\n
<\/span>Expensive<\/p>\n
<\/span>Companion app is confusing<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
These are the best open-ear gaming earbuds by virtue of being pretty much the only <\/em>open-ear gaming earbuds. Their comfortable design sits outside your ear canal, letting in ambient noise from your surroundings far better than any “transparency mode” on more typical earbuds. That’s ideal if, like me, you need to play a game while simultaneously keeping an ear out for a crying baby or a delivery at the front door.<\/p>\nStill, they’re excellent gaming earbuds in their own right, as I found in my review. The 2.4Ghz low-latency connection is fast and reliable, and you can accurately tell the direction of in-game footsteps or gunshots. They’ll last up to 10 hours in that low-latency mode \u2013 among the best battery life on this list. And if you crave RGB, they’re one of the few gaming earbuds to offer it, with plenty of customization options.<\/p>\n
Their clunky case is too busy to carry every day, which limits their use away from gaming. The companion app can be fiddly and doesn’t explain what some settings actually do, and at $230 they’ll take a big bite out of your bank account. But for some people, having properly good open earbuds for gaming will be worth it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
8. Best Gaming Earbuds for PS5<\/h2>\n<\/p>\nPlayStation Pulse Explore<\/h3>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n
\n
<\/div>\n
PlayStation Pulse Explore<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n 4<\/p>\n
<\/button><\/p>\n
\n
![\"Arctis](\"https:\/\/assets-prd.ignimgs.com\/2026\/04\/24\/img-4914-1730334444770-1777065646784.jpg?width=220&format=jpg&auto=webp&quality=80)
<\/div>\n