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A side by side of a gamer playing competitively using a SteelSeries Arctis Pro wired headset next to a Razer BlackShark Pro v2 wireless headset on a table.
Wireless gaming headsets are convenient but wired models still have their pros for certain kinds of gamers.

Wireless gaming headsets have steadily blossomed into a huge product category with several models earning top spots in our guide to the best gaming headsets. But there are still more than a few reasons to invest in a wired headset, whether you want to save a bit of money, or maximize compatibility with multiple consoles and computers.