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Gaming headphones are specially designed to enhance your gaming experience with immersive sound, clear communication, and long-lasting comfort. They deliver powerful audio cues like footsteps and gunfire, giving players a competitive edge in fast-paced games.

Browse our collection of audiophile gaming headphones from premium brands like Dan Clark Audio, HIFIMAN, Noble Audio, Sivga, Sendy Audio, and VZR and find the perfect headphones for you. Buy yours online today.


Can audiophile headphones be used for gaming?

Audiophile headphones are an excellent choice for gaming. Their high-resolution sound, immersive soundstage, and precise sound positioning make them great for playing competitive FPS titles and action/adventure story games alike.

Comfort and durability are top-notch with audiophile headphones, especially with premium models. These headphones typically combine high-quality materials with a durable design, making them a reliable choice for everyday listening. Audiophile headphones are also designed for optimum comfort, making them great for long hours of continuous gaming.

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Closed-back Headphone for Gaming

Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire Headphone

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Price: $899.99


Smooth sound and unparalleled comfort for extended gaming sessions.

The Dan Clark Audio AEON 2 Noire is an incredible closed-back headphone that delivers precise, detailed sound, lightweight comfort, and elegant aesthetics - perfect for long gaming sessions at home or on the go.

Powering the Noire's impressive sound is Dan Clark Audio's advanced planar magnetic driver paired with their patented TrueFlow technology. Together, these innovations help the AEON 2 Noire deliver sound with remarkable precision and detail. The result is a controlled bass punch, lifelike vocals and instrumentals, and crisp yet smooth treble for a balanced and engaging listening experience. Its imaging capabilities are equally outstanding. Its spacious soundscape and accurate sound positioning make it easy to pinpoint where sounds are coming from - perfect for playing competitive FPS like VALORANT or CS2.

The AEON 2 Noire is designed to deliver extended listening sessions without fatigue. Its ultra-lightweight planar design, plush memory foam earpads, and ergonomic headband distribute weight evenly for exceptional long-term comfort. The closed-back design provides excellent isolation as well, making it perfect for gaming in just about any environment. Its folding headband design means you can take it anywhere you go.

The AEON 2 Noire is an incredible headphone that will elevate your gaming experience. Whether you're playing competitive first-person shooters or immersing yourself in the most stunning gaming worlds, the AEON 2 Noire will reveal details and emotions from your gaming sessions like never before.

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Pros
  • Lightweight design is easy and comfortable to wear.
  • Excellent passive noise isolation.
  • Impressive sound clarity and detail.
  • Wide soundstage for a closed-back headphone.
  • Smooth, non-fatiguing sound signature.
  • Portable folding design.
Cons
  • Stock cables are slightly microphonic.
  • Low sensitivity rating mean you'll need a decent amplifier to get the best sound.

Open-Back Headphone for Gaming

Dan Clark Audio Noire XO Headphone

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Price: $1,299.00


Enjoy all-around great sound for music, movies, and games.

The Dan Clark Audio NOIRE XO is DCA's newest and most advanced open-back headphones. With its exciting Harman-tuning, luxurious comfort, and striking black aesthetic, the NOIRE XO lets you immerse yourself in your favorite music and games non-stop.

Powering the NOIRE XO is Dan Clark Audio's advanced Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) paired with their NOIRE Audio planar magnetic drivers. These technologies combine to deliver accurate music playback and an immersive gaming experience.

The NOIRE XO boasts powerful, punchy bass that rivals closed-back headphones, rich and harmonious midrange, and smooth yet articulate treble for a perfectly balanced and engaging listening experience. The NOIRE XO's soundstage and imaging are impressive, delivering precise spatial positioning and a spacious soundstage that will make your favorite games come to life.

Comfort and build quality are top-notch with the NOIRE XO. It features a lightweight planar construction, premium Alcantara ear pads, and a self-adjusting headband for reduced heat and moisture buildup - perfect for long hours of non-stop gaming.

The NOIRE XO is an impressive headphone that will transform your music listening and gaming experience. Whether you're critically analyzing your favorite albums or exploring your favorite games, the NOIRE XO delivers sound that's truly immersive and life-like.

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Pros
  • Powerful and impactful bass for an open-back headphone.
  • Superb comfort and fit for extended listening sessions.
  • Pinpoint imaging is excellent for competitive gaming.
  • Harman-tuning delivers excellent detail and clarity for both music listening and gaming.
  • Excellent price-to-performance value.
Cons
  • Those looking for more detail won't find it with the NOIRE XO.
  • Might be slightly bass-light for bass-heads.

Budget Audiophile Gaming Headphones

Sivga Robin SV021 Headphone

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Price: $149.00


Pinpoint sound positioning and superb comfort that won't break the bank.

The Sivga Robin SV021 is one of the most compelling budget closed-back headphones you can buy right now. Its balanced, refined sound, premium wood construction, and elegant aesthetics make it a great choice for casual music listening and gaming sessions alike.

Under the Robin's hood is a powerful 50mm dynamic driver paired with natural rosewood acoustic chambers. Together, these technologies deliver a well-controlled bass response for those impactful explosions, a rich and detailed midrange for life-like environmental audio, and a smooth treble that reveals every nuance in your favorite game worlds. The Robin SV021's closed-back design provides excellent isolation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your favorite games without interruption.

The Robin SV021 delivers hours of comfort for extended listening. Its solid wood construction, plush memory foam ear pads, and comfortable headband design ensure lasting comfort during long listening sessions. Each pair features unique wood grain patterns that make your headphones truly one-of-a-kind, while the premium materials provide both durability and acoustic benefits.

The Robin SV021 is an exceptional headphone that delivers impressive sound quality at an accessible price point. Whether you're discovering new music, enjoying podcasts, or diving into your favorite game worlds, the SV021 delivers the sound you need to experience immersion like no other. 

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Pros
  • Thick and plush earpads offer exceptional on-ear comfort.
  • Excellent build quality.
  • V-shaped sound signature delivers impactful sound effects in games and an exciting sound for music.
  • Precise sound positioning.
  • Build quality and sound is great for the price.
Cons
  • Can sound a bit sharp in some scenarios.
  • Lack of headband swivel can lead to inadequate seal/fit.

Gaming Headphones under $500

HIFIMAN Edition XS Headphone

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Price: $269.00


Immerse yourself in your favorite music and games with the Edition XS

The HIFIMAN Edition XS delivers flagship performance at an accessible price. Its high-resolution sound, immersive soundstage, and impressive comfort make it an excellent open-back headphone for music listening and gaming sessions alike.

Under the hood, the Edition XS features HIFIMAN's advanced Stealth Magnet design and ultra-thin NEO supernano Diaphragm technology. These technologies give the Edition XS lightning-fast sonic response for unparalleled detail and clarity.

The bass on the Edition XS is exceptional for planar magnetic drivers. There's enough presence and depth to satisfy bass lovers and it boasts a controlled sub-bass extension that many open-back planar headphones lack. Explosions, drops, and slams will sound immersive and impactful on the Edition XS.

The midrange is accurate and smooth on the Edition XS. The vocals sound natural and engaging. Male voices are rendered with satisfying warmth, while female vocals come through with great clarity and detail. Instruments are reproduced with wonderful accuracy - strings and acoustic guitars sound lifelike and accurate. The treble is well-extended and smooth. Cymbals and high-frequency details sound crisp and airy, so you can enjoy an engaging, fatigue-free listening experience.

One of the best things about the Edition XS is its soundstage and imaging. Sounds are rendered accurately in a spacious, three-dimensional space. This makes the Edition XS great for locating enemy positions in competitive FPS shooters like VALORANT, Call of Duty, CS2, and more.

A good gaming headphone must deliver lasting comfort and fit for those extended gaming sessions. With the Edition XS's soft headband and plush ear pads, you can enjoy immersive sound for hours on end.

Audiophiles will love the Edition XS for its high-resolution, detailed yet smooth sound, while gamers will adore it for its immersive soundstage and pinpoint sound. At $269, the Edition XS delivers exceptional audio performance for both music listening and gaming sessions alike.

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Pros
  • Wide soundstage with pinpoint sound positioning.
  • Generous bass for an open-back planar headphone.
  • Accurate sound reproduction - great for music and games.
  • Deep ear pads and light clamp force offer a comfortable on-head feel.
  • Sound quality is hard to beat at its current price ($269).
Cons
  • Headband comfort is heavily dependent on head shape.
  • Ear cups might be too big for some.
  • Low sensitivity means you'll need a decent amplifier to get the best sound.

Gaming Headphones With Mic

VZR Audio Model One Headphone

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Price: $349.00


Enjoy immersive gaming sessions without third-party software

The VZR Model One is an innovative closed-back headphone designed to deliver precise gaming audio with audiophile-grade sound quality. Its robust build, impressive sound quality, and detachable boom mic allow you to jump between music listening and gaming sessions seamlessly.

Under the hood, the VZR Model one features a 40mm dynamic driver designed to deliver a powerful listening experience. Sound created by the large dynamic driver is precisely shaped through VZR's CrossWave acoustic lens. The result? An immersive 3D soundstage and pinpoint sound without the need for third-party software. The Model One also features a detachable boom mic, so your teammates can hear you clearly even in the most intense gaming situations.

Comfort is excellent with the VZR Model One. A combination of suspended, self-adjusting headband and soft memory foam earpads keeps the weight off your ears, so you can enjoy fatigue-free gaming sessions. Build quality is excellent as well. With robust steel, carbon fiber, and leather making up the headphone, the Model One boasts a premium feel and durability that will last you through the most grueling gaming sessions.

The VZR Model One is designed to be the last gaming headset you'll ever need. It is the best choice for gamers who want studio-like sound quality and gaming headset immersion without software gimmicks.

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Pros
  • Impressive spatial audio without software.
  • Versatile sound tuning - great for music, movies, and games.
  • Ergonomic ear pads offer great comfort for extended listening sessions.
  • Detachable boom mic
  • Competitive price.
Cons
  • Heavy at 2.69lbs.
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