Best Prime Day gaming headset deals 2021

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So you want yourself some epic gamer-style Prime Day deals, huh? Concerned your setup isn't ready for the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S? Wondering if your best Xbox One headset can be easily upgraded this Prime Day? Well, you're in luck, because for Prime Day 2021, we are hunting down all the best gaming headsets that you should definitely look out for during Amazon's biggest sale of the year. And if that's not enough, we also rounded up the very best Prime Day Xbox deals on consoles, games, accessories, and more.

There are dozens upon dozens of great products available for Xbox right now, and anything that is compatible with Xbox One consoles is also going to be compatible with the next-gen Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles. We're rounding up our favorite headsets that are most likely to go on sale for Amazon Prime Day, as well as some major discounts that are already available in advance of the big day. Here are our top picks for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, S, and PC.

Best Prime Day Xbox headset deals

If you're interested in upgrading your best Xbox One headset or best PC gaming headset to something more potent for next-gen gaming, Amazon Prime Day is a great opportunity to find something fresh. These are some of our top picks to look out for when the deals all go live on the big day.

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HyperX CloudX (Wired, Xbox, PC) | $40 off at Amazon

If there's one headset I'd recommend on this list so far, it's probably the HyperX CloudX. This legendary headset punches far above its weight even at its RRP, and at $50 it's an absolute steal. For anyone and everyone, this is the first "serious" headset you should consider buying for wired 3.5mm Xbox or PC gaming.

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Razer BlackShark V2 (Wireless, PC) | $47 off at Amazon

For PC gamers this is without a doubt the champion deal on the list so far, although it's not the cheapest. The BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless is an incredible product, with next-level sound reproduction, design, and comfort, with tournament-grade features and a huge amount of configurability with Razer Synapse 3.

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Razer Kaira Pro (Wireless, Xbox, PC) | $30 off at Amazon

While I always felt this headset was a bit pricey at $150, the Prime Day $30 saving makes it feel far more valuable. The Kaira Pro is a wireless headset for both Xbox and PC, and boasts a decent soundscape and microphone experience. It won't blow you away, but it's a great entry-level wireless option for Razer fans.

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Astro A10 gaming headset (Xbox) | $20 off at Amazon

This headset is highly flexible, making it a solid option for younger gamers or, those who are a bit careless (like me). Luckily, it also has capable sound. You can save at Amazon for Prime Day right now.

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Astro A20 (Wireless, Xbox, PC) | $10 off at Amazon

The Astro A20 is a great headset for entry-level wireless gaming on Xbox and PC, with beefy audio, solid comfort, and great battery life. This fully featured product is enjoying a decent sale at Amazon right now, with a $10 saving. This headset pairs with both Xbox and PC using a bundled dongle.

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HyperX Cloud Stinger (Wired, Xbox, PC) | $16.75 off at Amazon

The HyperX Cloud Stinger is a great entry-level headset and one of the best-selling headsets of all time, and it's now $16.75 off at Amazon. Alternatively, you can pick up the 7.1 surround sound variant on sale for just $33 right now.

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Razer Kraken (Wired, Xbox, PC) | $8.47 off at Amazon

The solid entry-level wired headset from Razer is currently enjoying savings on Amazon. Down from $80, this wired headset solution works well on practically any platform that supports a 3.5mm jack, which includes Xbox.

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HyperX Cloud Flight S (Wireless, PC) | $46 off at Amazon

This is a tremendous wireless headset that is enjoying a $46 discount right now via Amazon. The Cloud Flight S is compatible with PC and PS4 wirelessly, and Xbox with a 3.5mm cable. It boasts impressive sound, a great microphone, and 30 hours of wireless convenience for long gaming sessions.

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HyperX CloudX Flight (Wireless, Xbox) | $30 off at Amazon

The Xbox variant of the Cloud Flight S is also enjoying a decent saving for Prime Day. Immersive sound, rock-solid wirelessness, and airy design make this a really great headset for those looking to go wireless for Prime Day. This headset boasts a crazy 30-hour battery life too, ensuring you won't run out of juice.

Choosing the best gaming headset for you

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There are dozens upon dozens of great Xbox headsets out there, so choosing the best Xbox One headset for you can be a daunting task at times. Ultimately, researching the sound profiles and features of each headset will yield the best results, but there are a few easy rules of thumb you can follow while looking for the best deals this Amazon Prime Day. Most of the best Xbox One headsets also work on Xbox Series X/S as well. You could take a look at our roundups of the best Xbox Series X, Series S headsets for other potential Prime Day deals.

First, choose between wired and wireless. Wired headsets don't need to be recharged obviously, and plug directly into your controller. That said, they will put extra drain on your controller battery, since that's what it will use for power. Wireless headsets sometimes offer better versatility, and free you from having extra cables all over the place. Some of the best Xbox One wireless headsets also come with a Bluetooth option, which lets you connect them up to a phone or a PC without a cable. Some even let you connect to Xbox and Bluetooth simultaneously for superior sound mixing.

The cheaper headsets will be lighter on your wallet, but you usually take a hit in build and sound quality. For a decent experience overall you'll probably want to start at around $80 RRP for a wired headset, such as the HyperX CloudX headset. Thanks to Prime Day, the CloudX is enjoying a big saving. If you want to grab something higher-end, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro for PC is probably the best deal on the list right now.

Jez Corden
Co-Managing Editor

Jez Corden a Managing Editor at Windows Central, focusing primarily on all things Xbox and gaming. Jez is known for breaking exclusive news and analysis as relates to the Microsoft ecosystem while being powered by caffeine. Follow on Twitter @JezCorden and listen to his Xbox Two podcast, all about, you guessed it, Xbox!