Logitech G535

The Logitech G535 sounds fantastic and has a great mic for the price. It's light, comfortable, and lasts 33 hours. Just don't expect premium build quality or Bluetooth.

Sound quality is the star here, landing in the 97th percentile of our database. The 40mm neodymium drivers push crisp, clear stereo with solid depth, and the 7.1 virtual surround helps with directional cues in games. The mic is also a standout at the 88th percentile, and it's Discord Certified, so your squad won't complain about your voice. Battery life is solid at 33 hours, though that's at 50% volume, so crank it and expect less. Connectivity is middle of the pack, and the build quality is a weak spot, which makes sense at this weight and price.

Against the Sony WH-1000XM6 or Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus, the G535 loses on build, ANC, and connectivity. Those are more premium all-rounders. But they also cost more and aren't gaming-focused. The Soundcore Life Q20 and TOZO HT3 are cheaper, but their mics and gaming latency can't touch the G535. The JBL Tune 670NC has better ANC but weaker gaming chops. If you want a dedicated wireless gaming headset with a great mic, the G535 holds its own.

At USD 110 in the US, this is a fair deal for what you get. The Canadian pricing is all over the place though, ranging from CAD 133 to CAD 690 across four listings. That's a wild spread. If you're in Canada, shop around. The CAD 133 listing at Staples.ca is the obvious pick, while the higher prices are just bad deals. For the sound and mic quality, the low end of that range is a steal.

The Logitech G535 is a wireless gaming headset that nails the basics and skips the fluff. It's light, sounds great for the price, and the mic is surprisingly decent. You get LIGHTSPEED wireless, 33 hours of battery, and a flip-to-mute boom mic in a 236 gram package.

It's not trying to be a premium audiophile headset or a travel companion. This is a plug-and-play gaming tool for PC and PlayStation. And for that job, it does very well.

Skip this if you need Bluetooth for your phone or travel. The USB dongle only works with PC and PlayStation, so it's useless for mobile gaming or commuting. Also skip it if you want active noise cancellation or a premium metal build. This is a plastic gaming headset, not a lifestyle headphone.

Buy this if you want a lightweight wireless gaming headset with excellent sound and a clear mic for PC or PlayStation. It's comfortable enough for long sessions and the battery lasts. Skip it if you need Bluetooth, strong ANC, or a premium build. For pure gaming value, it's a solid pick.