{"id":133259,"date":"2023-04-21T16:31:46","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T16:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/?post_type=guide&amp;p=56654"},"modified":"2023-04-21T16:31:46","modified_gmt":"2023-04-21T16:31:46","slug":"best-nintendo-switch-headsets-in-2023-top-headphones-and-earphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2023\/04\/21\/best-nintendo-switch-headsets-in-2023-top-headphones-and-earphones\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Nintendo Switch headsets in 2023 \u2013 top headphones and earphones"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"intro_text\">Having the <strong>best Nintendo Switch headset&nbsp;<\/strong>will help you to feel more deeply immersed in the worlds of your favorite video games. Nintendo games have always featured great soundtracks, from the \u2018DK Rap\u2019, to the absolutely amazing remixes in Cadence of Hyrule. A&nbsp;gaming headset&nbsp;means you can&nbsp;listen to them in high-quality audio, as well as&nbsp;when gaming on the go. In this guide, we\u2019ll help you find the best Nintendo Switch headset for your needs and budget \u2013 whether&nbsp;that\u2019s a subtle pair of wireless earbuds for traveling or a premium Switch headset that lasts all day. <\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve picked out this selection of the best Nintendo Switch headsets, headphones, and earphones so that you can enjoy all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/best-switch-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best Switch games<\/a> even more. Not all gaming headsets are fully compatible with <a title=\"Best Nintendo Switch console in 2023: Original, Lite, OLED?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/best-nintendo-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nintendo Switch console<\/a>s (because the Switch can\u2019t be used with microphones) but you still might want one with a microphone for playing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/switch-multiplayer-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Switch multiplayer<\/a>&nbsp;games with&nbsp;your headset connected to a phone. <\/p>\n<p>Many of the headsets in this list also work with the <a title=\"The best portable gaming consoles 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/best-portable-gaming-consoles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best portable gaming consoles<\/a>. Calling on our hours of real-life gameplay experience, we\u2019ve&nbsp;chosen a mixture of the best <a title=\"Nintendo Switch review: It\u2019s still good 6 years on\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/nintendo-switch-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nintendo Switch<\/a> headsets, headphones, and earphones to help you choose the best headset. <\/p>\n<p><strong>These are the best Nintendo Switch headsets available now:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp; <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-razer-barracuda.jpg\" class=\"gallery\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56669 size-legion-featured-2022 lazyload\" title=\"best-nintendo-switch-headset-razer-barracuda\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/themes\/legion\/dist\/images\/lazyload_placeholder.svg\" alt=\"Best Nintendo Switch headset: Razer Barracuda.\" width=\"550\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-razer-barracuda-550x309.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a> <\/p>\n<h2>1. Razer Barracuda<\/h2>\n<h3>The best gaming headset for Switch is the Razer Barracuda.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Razer Barracuda specs:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"table-rail\">\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Details<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wired or Wireless?<\/td>\n<td>Wireless (Bluetooth)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery life<\/td>\n<td>40 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Drivers<\/td>\n<td>50mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>over-the-ear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>40-hour battery life<\/li>\n<li>Fantastic sound quality<\/li>\n<li>Soft memory foam ear cushions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ear cups may be too narrow for some<\/li>\n<li>Wired vs Bluetooth limitations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you see a headset that was made by Razer, you know it\u2019s going to be a good one. The Razer Barracuda is one of the best Nintendo Switch headsets for most people, and a great wireless gaming headset overall. Its Razer TriForce 40mm Drivers provide fantastic sound quality, while plush memory foam ear cushions will keep your ears as comfortable as possible while you game for longer periods. <\/p>\n<p>Using a Bluetooth connection and something called a SmartSwitch, the Razer Barracuda actually lets you easily switch between audio sources with the press of a button. Finished on the Switch and now you want to settle down with one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/best-mobile-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best mobile games<\/a> instead? Press the button, and you\u2019ll be getting audio from your&nbsp;<a title=\"Best gaming phone 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/best-gaming-phone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gaming phone<\/a> instead (although it does sometimes struggle to work as smoothly as it should). <\/p>\n<p>The Razer Barracuda isn\u2019t the cheapest headset for Nintendo Switch, but it\u2019s reasonably priced for the performance and comfort you get. If you want&nbsp;a headset that you\u2019ll use not just for your Switch, but for every other device in your home, then this&nbsp;is a&nbsp;strong option. It even has a microphone that you might like to use for communication with your friends in online play via the Nintendo Switch Online mobile app. If you can afford it, you won\u2019t find many headsets as good as this one. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-hyperx-cloud-ii.jpg\" class=\"gallery\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56658 size-legion-featured-2022 lazyload\" title=\"best-nintendo-switch-headset-hyperx-cloud-ii\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/themes\/legion\/dist\/images\/lazyload_placeholder.svg\" alt=\"Best Nintendo Switch headset: HyperX Cloud II.\" width=\"550\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-hyperx-cloud-ii-550x309.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a> <\/p>\n<h2>2. HyperX Cloud II<\/h2>\n<h3>The best Switch headphones are the HyperX Cloud II.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>HyperX Cloud II headphone specs:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"table-rail\">\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Detailed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wired or Wireless?<\/td>\n<td>Wired<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Drivers<\/td>\n<td>53mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>over-the-ear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Noise-canceling headphones give full immersion<\/li>\n<li>Durable aluminium frame<\/li>\n<li>7.1 virtual surround sound<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May not be so good for docked play<\/li>\n<li>Pricier than others<\/li>\n<li>A bit on the large sound<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>HyperX are well known as a manufacturer of top-quality headphones, so you know you\u2019re getting something good when you go for one of their models. The HyperX Cloud II was specifically designed with gaming in mind and comes with memory foam leatherette ear cushions in order to keep your ears as comfortable as possible during those extra-long gaming sessions (perhaps spent trying to hunt down that last Korok). <\/p>\n<p>Though as comfortable as the ear cushions may be, it has to be said that the HyperX Cloud II is a little bit on the chunky (Kong) side. It\u2019s a sturdy piece of work, with an aluminium frame that\u2019s been built to last, but it has to be said that you\u2019ll start to feel it on your head after you\u2019ve been wearing it for a few hours. Plus, if you play your Switch docked a lot, as wired headphones, you might have some trouble, depending on how far from your TV your sofa is. <\/p>\n<p>All in all though, if you want to curl up in your armchair and play your Switch in handheld mode, you\u2019ll struggle to find a pair of headphones that will do the job as well as the HyperX Cloud II. These are noise-canceling headphones with 7.1 virtual surround sound, and when you\u2019re in the zone, they\u2019ll help you feel like you\u2019re really out there in the worlds of your favorite games. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-hp-gaming-headset.jpg\" class=\"gallery\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56659 size-legion-featured-2022 lazyload\" title=\"best-nintendo-switch-headset-hp-gaming-headset\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/themes\/legion\/dist\/images\/lazyload_placeholder.svg\" alt=\"Best Nintendo Switch headset: HP Gaming Headset.\" width=\"550\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-hp-gaming-headset-550x309.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a> <\/p>\n<h2>3. HP Gaming Headset<\/h2>\n<h3>The cheapest headphones for Switch are the HP Gaming Headset.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>HP Gaming Headset&nbsp;specs:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"table-rail\">\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Detailed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wired or Wireless?<\/td>\n<td>Wired<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Drivers<\/td>\n<td>50mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>over-the-ear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Affordable pricing<\/li>\n<li>LED lighting options<\/li>\n<li>Microphone for additional use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not so good at surround sound<\/li>\n<li>Another big one<\/li>\n<li>Awkward for docked play<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Like HyperX, HP is another big name in the headphone world, or indeed, in the electronics world at large. Unlike HyperX, however, you can grab one of its headsets for a much more affordable price. Another set designed specifically for gamers, this will be a great choice for anybody who doesn\u2019t want to fork out the huge amounts that some headphones will set you back. <\/p>\n<p>The model comes along with a built-in microphone and LED lighting options (that\u2019ll make it look pretty darn swish as you use it). Annoyingly, you can\u2019t use the microphone on Nintendo Switch, and the lighting is mainly for PC use, so you might be unable to take advantage of these features. Still, it\u2019s a cheaper option, and it\u2019ll let you hear your Switch games just fine, so don\u2019t be put off by things you may not use. <\/p>\n<p>Just like the HyperX model above, these are wired headphones. On the one hand, this means that you don\u2019t run the risk of having a tense, atmospheric gaming session interrupted by your headphones telling you that they\u2019re about to run out of power, but on the other hand, it may make them awkward to use for docked play. If you preferred handheld play and don\u2019t want to have to spend a huge amount of cash, these are the ones to go for. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-olt-pikachu-earphones.jpg\" class=\"gallery\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56660 size-legion-featured-2022 lazyload\" title=\"best-nintendo-switch-headset-olt-pikachu-earphones\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/themes\/legion\/dist\/images\/lazyload_placeholder.svg\" alt=\"Best Nintendo Switch headsets: Pikachu OLT earphones.\" width=\"550\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-olt-pikachu-earphones-550x309.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a> <\/p>\n<h2>4. OTL Pikachu Earphones<\/h2>\n<h3>The best Pok\u00e9mon earphones are the OTL Pikachu earphones.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>OTL Pikachu earphones&nbsp;specs:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"table-rail\">\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Detailed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wired or Wireless?<\/td>\n<td>Wireless (Bluetooth)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery life<\/td>\n<td>6 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>in-ear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vibrant Pok\u00e9mon design<\/li>\n<li>Bluetooth connection with auto pairing<\/li>\n<li>Cute charging case<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sound quality may be lesser than headphones<\/li>\n<li>Charging equipment not included<\/li>\n<li>Bluetooth can drop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019ve got a Nintendo Switch, there\u2019s a fairly reasonable chance that you\u2019re a fan of Pok\u00e9mon (and if not, you can get these exact same earphones with a Super Mario and Legend of Zelda aesthetic too). Earphones needn\u2019t be a bland bit of hardware, they can be a colorful expression of your passions, and these OTL Pikachu earphones do that nicely. <\/p>\n<p>Their charging case is just as cool as the earbuds themselves, featuring a picture of Pikachu on a yellow background along with the words \u201cPika! Gotta catch \u2018em all\u201d. It\u2019s a&nbsp;delightful bit of gear that will not only help to enhance your gaming experience but might be a treasured part of your Nintendo collection at large as well. <\/p>\n<p>As these connect via Bluetooth, you can easily have them on when you\u2019re playing on the television without any trouble (unlike wired headphones). Annoyingly though, as they are wireless, you\u2019ll have to keep them charged up, which is fine if you\u2019ve got a spare USB charger laying around somewhere, but if not, that is going to add to your expenses somewhat. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-skullcandy-dime.jpg\" class=\"gallery\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56668 size-legion-featured-2022 lazyload\" title=\"best-nintendo-switch-headset-skullcandy-dime\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/themes\/legion\/dist\/images\/lazyload_placeholder.svg\" alt=\"Best Nintendo Switch headsets: Skullcandy Dime Earbuds.\" width=\"550\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/wp-content\/sites\/pockettactics\/2023\/04\/best-nintendo-switch-headset-skullcandy-dime-550x309.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a> <\/p>\n<h2>5. Skullcandy Dime Earbuds<\/h2>\n<h3>The best Nintendo Switch earphones are Skullcandy Dime Earbuds.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Skullcandy Dime Earbuds&nbsp;specs:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"table-rail\">\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Detailed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wired or Wireless?<\/td>\n<td>Wireless (Bluetooth)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery life<\/td>\n<td>8.5 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>in-ear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reasonably priced<\/li>\n<li>Available in different colors<\/li>\n<li>Multiple earbuds included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Charging equipment not included<\/li>\n<li>Outperformed by fancy headphones<\/li>\n<li>Bluetooth can drop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Maybe you want some Bluetooth earbuds to use with your Switch, but you don\u2019t fancy going for a pair with colorful Nintendo characters on them. Maybe you\u2019re tired of your boss saying \u201cAzariah, take those Pok\u00e9mon earbuds out, you\u2019re an undertaker, it isn\u2019t appropriate!\u201d Whatever the reason, we understand that some people will just want subtle, sleek earbuds, like Skullcandy Dimes. <\/p>\n<p>As much as they don\u2019t feature Nintendo characters, they do still come in a variety of different colors, giving you an opportunity to find some earbuds that will most appropriately pair with your personal aesthetic. They\u2019re pretty affordable too, so don\u2019t worry, you\u2019ll still have a bit of cash left over to put toward <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/new-switch-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">new Switch games<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>As another pair of Bluetooth earbuds, it has all the strengths and weaknesses inherent to its kind. While they won\u2019t give you quite the same sound quality as a top-notch headset, they will be much easier to use while your Switch is docked, and you don\u2019t need to worry about wires getting tangled, or worn down over time. <\/p>\n<h2>How we chose the best Nintendo Switch Headset<\/h2>\n<p>When choosing the right headset, headphones, or earphones for your Nintendo Switch, there are several things that you should keep in mind. These were the criteria we used when narrowing down the options for this list: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reliability:<\/strong> it has to be said, there are a lot of scummy headphone businesses out there selling cheap bits of rubbish that offer poor sound quality and will break within a few months (no disrespect to the owners of scummy headphone businesses), so we kept it to the well-respected brands<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> if you go for a really fancy headset, you\u2019ll probably end up paying more for it than you did for the Switch itself. Though we included a couple of somewhat premium options, we generally only really considered those that were reasonably priced<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wired vs Wireless:<\/strong> both have their benefits and when you\u2019re using them with a Nintendo Switch in docked mode, you\u2019re probably going to want one with a Bluetooth connection so that you can easily use it even when it\u2019s on television \u2013 but if you\u2019re an exclusively handheld player, wired might be the way to go, so we wanted to include options for both<\/li>\n<li><strong>Design:<\/strong> for something that you wear on your head and in your ears, you\u2019ll want to be sure that it has been designed to provide comfort and support. We didn\u2019t want to recommend anything that\u2019ll make your neck or ears ache<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aesthetics:<\/strong> we know that for a lot of gamers, it\u2019s important to find headphones that match their aesthetic or will look good in their gaming space. That\u2019s why we picked out a selection of pretty options, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read our guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pockettactics.com\/switch-controllers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best Nintendo Switch controllers<\/a> for more guidance on buying new Switch accessories. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having the best Nintendo Switch headset&nbsp;will help you to feel more deeply immersed in the worlds of your favorite video games. Nintendo games have always featured great soundtracks, from the \u2018DK Rap\u2019, to the absolutely amazing remixes in Cadence of Hyrule. A&nbsp;gaming headset&nbsp;means you can&nbsp;listen to them in high-quality audio, as well as&nbsp;when gaming on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[70],"tags":[853,203,1447],"class_list":["post-133259","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-mobile-game-releases","tag-android","tag-ios","tag-mobile-tech-hardware"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/133259","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=133259"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/133259\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=133259"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=133259"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=133259"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}