If you're in need of a new set of cups, you'll want to check out this year's Black Friday gaming headset deals. We're expecting big things from the fall sale, officially kicking off on November 29, especially considering so many of our favorites have already hit record-low prices this year.
We usually see everything from budget-wired devices to some of the best gaming headsets on the market taking part in these discounts. Reputable brands like PDP have already brought out new low prices for their lower-end cups like the Sonic Go Fast PDP REALMz wired headset before Black Friday has even begun. While not a pricey pair of cups regardless, it's a good sign that you'll find excellent value no matter your budget this November.
Another brand to keep an eye on is JBL. The JBL Quantum 610 headset is currently 50% off at Amazon, making it even more of a great mid-range pick. The rest of the Quantum back catalog, which includes the Quantum 810, Quantum 910, and Quantum 400 are also half-price in the lead-up to the deal extravaganza.
We've been tracking Black Friday gaming headset deals for years now, so we've picked up a few tips and tricks along the way. We're rounding up everything we expect to see from this year's sale right here, and sharing all our experience so that you can find the right cups for the right price when the time comes.
Of course, once those discounts do start rolling in we'll be bringing you all the biggest offers on the shelves. Until then, you'll find everything you need to know about this year's Black Friday gaming headset deals right here.
Today's best gaming headset deals ahead of Black Friday
- Amazon: Razer from $42.99
- Best Buy: Up to $30 off SteelSeries
- Newegg: MSI from $24.99
- Walmart: Logitech from $38.49
UK
- Amazon: Turtle Beach from £19.40
- Argos: 2 for £25 on Stealth
- Currys: up to £29 off SteelSeries
- Very: up to £75 off Astro
What to expect from Black Friday gaming headset deals in 2024
Dual wireless connectivity, hot-swappable batteries, graphene drivers; gaming headsets are upping their game. What's more, many of these releases made their way to the shelves at the start of last year, so we're hoping for some particularly valuable savings on some of the best cups in 2024.
In general, this year's Black Friday gaming headset deals will offer discounts on a far wider range of products and many more devices specifically built with new-generation consoles in mind. That's because many of the cups that were released alongside the PS5 and Xbox Series X, and those from last year, have had loads of time on the shelves.
We're hoping to see premium models like the $349 / £329 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless seeing some significant discounts this year. The Nova Pro is our favorite wireless gaming headset overall right now - and has been since its launch. It took a massive $100 discount in October 2022, but hasn't been able to reach those same $249.99 sales prices since then, despite increased savings in 2024 so far. Right now it's hit back to the $270 range, but we're hoping Black Friday will see it take even more of a price dip.
The Xbox version (the most widely compatible model) saw its MSRP dip from $349.99 / £329.99 to $279.99 / £240 far more regularly this year - already beating last year's Black Friday price. Things aren't slowing down, with a new white model on the shelves as well.
If you're looking to spend a little less, we're also keeping a close eye on the Corsair HS35 V2. This is a cheap gaming headset, but it still packs a considerable punch for the cash, and with an MSRP already sitting below $50 / £50 it's easy on the wallet as well. This is a 2024 release, but the previous generation managed to drop as low as $27.99 / £28.49 in the past, though things haven't been that cheap on the new model so far this year. Should Black Friday come through, though, there's going to be some serious value in this budget winner.
If you're after a mid-range headset with a particularly vivid audio and microphone sparkle, 2024 also gave us the Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed. This headset uses the exact same drivers and mic as the more expensive BlackShark V2 Pro but does so at a fraction of the price. This is one we'll be keeping a close eye on, as its $129.99 / £129.99 MSRP has only dropped to $109.99 / £99.99 so far this year. Considering that's already fantastic value for money, this is already a winner.
Console enthusiasts will want to keep watch over the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5x. It's a mid-range option newly released this year (and the latest in the brand's new Nova line), but it's specifically geared towards PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch players. How? It's got a massive library full of sound engineer-designed presets for a huge range of games - finally EQ optimization is coming to console. That $129.99 / £129 launch price is incredibly reasonable by itself, but it's started to shift ever so slightly in the last few months. September saw it dip to a record low $92 in the US, though those numbers haven't been as forthcoming in the UK.
Then we have the beast. The Astro A50 X launched at the start of the year, targeted towards multi-platform enthusiasts with an all-in-one setup. The KVM switching hub means you can easily swap video and audio between PS5, Xbox, and PC at the touch of a button, even if the reliance on this charging dock does impede Bluetooth versatility. It's a fantastic headset, but commands a premium price tag that hasn't moved too far since launch. $379.99 / £359.99 is a hefty cost, but a $38 price cut did give us some hop in August. We're holding out for a $319.99 sales price come November.
Overall, we're expecting around 30 - 50% off older devices and 20 - 30% off newer 2024 releases in this year's Black Friday gaming headset deals, with some wiggle room for cups launched just prior to the sale kicking off.
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FAQ
When will Black Friday gaming headset deals begin?
Black Friday gaming headset deals will officially kick off on November 29 this year, though we often see retailers launching their biggest discounts from the start of Thanksgiving week. What's more, last year we witnessed Black Friday level savings from as early as October.
Where will the best Black Friday gaming headset deals be?
You know it'll be the usual suspects playing Black Friday gaming headset deals game again this year, and to get you straight to the right place to see current deals or to get your bookmarks in order now, we've compiled the below list of key retailers.
US
Amazon: the mega-retailer will have almost any headset you need
Best Buy: an excellent place to check out other big-brand options
Walmart: the big retailer will have plenty of headsets online and in its stores
Newegg: always worth a look and especially for PC-focused headsets
Razer: go direct to one of the best and peruse some premium sets
UK
Amazon: your first stop for gaming headset deals this year
Very: a valuable retailer to check out in the hunt for deals
Overclockers: worth a look as an outside et for good headset deals
ebuyer: PC gaming specialist that's bound to have the goods
Currys: a UK favourite retailer of tech and gaming gear
Razer: going straight to one of the best in the business is a good move
How much should I pay for a gaming headset?
The amount you pay for your gaming headset will be determined by just how far up the quality scale you go, but also by the features you need in your device. For example, super high quality quality audio can be achieved for as little as $99 / £99 if you forego certain wireless connectivity features like Bluetooth and 2.4GHz, drop your expectations for microphone quality, and don't put too much emphasis on battery life.
The most expensive gaming headsets max out at around $349 / £349 - these are your SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pros and Audeze Maxwells, gaming headsets packing every feature under the sun while also offering powerful audio quality to boot. Underneath this you'll be picking and choosing your features - a wireless gaming headset worth its salt but with a few sacrifices will likely sit at between $70 and $150 / £70 and £150 on Black Friday, and the $30 - $70 / £30 - £100 price range is best left to wired models focusing on sound.
Last year's best Black Friday gaming headset deals
Last year's best Black Friday gaming headset deals in the UK
Of course, we're also keeping you abreast of everything you can expect from wider Black Friday PS5 deals and Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals. Or, if you're sorting your whole setup, check out the best Black Friday gaming PC deals we expect to see.
