The most popular headsets are calculated based on 87 professional Rainbow Six Siege players.
Introduction
Your gear is of crucial importance if you want to reach the top in any game or sport. Even something that can ‘only’ add 1% to your performance is worth adding to your setup. At the highest levels, these small advantages really make the difference and even if you’re not playing at the highest ranks, having good gear can really improve your consistency and thus overall value as a player.
A good audio setup can no doubt add more than 1% to your game, however. Knowing where your enemy is coming from by sound cues alone is something that’s incredibly powerful and you’re doing yourself a disservice if you’re a serious competitive gamer who’s playing with regular speakers or a subpar headset. Getting the auditory advantage doesn’t have to cost a fortune, either. In this list we’ve gathered the most used headsets in the professional Rainbow Six: Siege scene. We’ll give you a brief rundown of what every headset offers so that you can make an informed decision when the time comes to buy your next headset.
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Our Guide
The Pro Usage Top 5 gets updated continuously and instantly so that you can always get an accurate overview of what the pros are using at any given time. In the body of the article itself, we go over the five most popular pro products in no particular order and, when relevant, we also give you some extra options in the form of products that fall just outside of the top 5 or are otherwise relevant.
What makes a headset good for Rainbow Six Siege?
To clarify: you don’t absolutely need a headset to game. A pair of headphones and a separate mic works just as well, so if you’ve got a decent pair of headphones lying around you can definitely go for a modmic or something like a Blue Yeti.
What is clear is that you will want a mic. Communication is a critical aspect of team-based competitive games so you’d be letting your team down if you can’t speak up to make those all-important calls. Most competitive/professional players thus opt for a headset; the combination of headphones + mic is a lot more convenient, and if you’re going to LANs often you don’t want to drag an external mic around. Furthermore, most headset mics are designed to limit the amount of background noise that gets picked up, something that not all external mics are made for.
In any case: you need to make sure that you go for a high quality audio experience that isn’t too ‘cinematic’ (or at least allows you to choose between different equalizer settings) where the bass has been boosted so much that the mid range (footsteps, reload sounds, …) gets drowned out. The quality of the mic isn’t as important. It doesn’t really matter if you sound a bit tinny when making callouts, though you obviously don’t want to use a staticky low quality mic from the early 90’s either.
And then, perhaps most importantly, you will want comfort. You’re going to be having this thing on your dome for hours on end, so it’s important to get a headset that feels good to you.
HyperX Cloud II
If you follow the gaming scene even a little bit you’ll have seen this headset somewhere. It’s as close to an industry standard piece of kit that you can get, and for good reason.
The HyperX Cloud II isn’t the flashiest headset on the market, but it doesn’t need to be. It has a sturdy aluminum frame which gives it that durability that you want out of a gaming headset. It’s got two sets of ear cups (you can choose between velours and faux leather) and a padded headband for that comfy feeling. It has 7.1 virtual surround sound (on PC) and offers very decent sound quality and great positional audio for gaming. To round if all off it’s compatible with pretty much every platform and it has a very decent detachable mic.
Bundle all of these aspects into a package that’s relatively friendly on your wallet and you’ve got the HyperX Cloud II. It’s not the greatest looking headset in the world, nor is it the greatest sounding headset in the world, but it does perform at least decent to good at all areas and it does all of that without slapping a premium price tag on the box. This is definitely one to consider regardless of your budget, and its legendary status is more than deserved.
HyperX Cloud II
Used by 14 Rainbow Six Siege players ()The HyperX Cloud II has been the ‘industry standard’ headset for many, many years now. It has earned that reputation thanks to its reliable build quality, comfortable design, and friendly price.
Pros
- Sturdy design
- Two choices of earcup material
- Industry-proven
Cons
- Rather barebones when it comes to functionality
- Not the best mic
- Sound quality isn’t the best these days
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wired |
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| Cable Length | 300cm |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 320g |
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Logitech G Pro X Headset (Wireless)
The Pro line from Logitech was made for and in collaboration with professional esports players, and they really are doing good with this line. We see Logitech G products in pretty much every list that we make for this game, so they’re definitely doing a lot of things right.
The Pro X headset is a subtle headset that’s focused on sound quality and comfort, and it really does deliver. The memory foam cushioning gives you a snug and comfy fit, the aluminum frame makes for a durable piece of kit, and the sound quality matches the very decent and reliable exterior. The Pro X comes with BLUE VO!CE tech, making this one of the better mics in the business, and the tunable sound that it delivers is perfect for gaming and relaxing. It’s also packing DTS HEADPHONE:X 2.0 surround sound if you’re into those kinds of things, though we wouldn’t recommend using surround sound for competitive gaming.
All in all this is a very interesting product if you’re interested in a no-nonsense kind of headset that focuses on competitive gamers and doesn’t have too many bells and whistles.
Logitech G Pro X Headset
Used by 5 Rainbow Six Siege players ()SHA77E
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The wired G Pro X is a great piece of equipment, delivering great audio, supreme comfort, and one of the best mics in the business, all packed into a stylish and attractive design.
Pros
- Great microphone
- Good audio quality
- Comfortable fit
- Blue VO!CE technology improves mic quality even further
- Good build quality
Cons
- Relies on software for most of its functionality and is therefore not as suited for console use
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wired |
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| Cable Length | 200cm |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 338g |
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Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
The Razer Blackshark V3 Pro is the successor to the V2 Pro. Much like the previous iteration, this is a no-nonsense, esports-grade headset for competitive gamers. The primary difference between this and the V2 Pro is that it features Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
Apart from that, this headset remains true to the BlackShark line, offering great audio quality for gaming. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense gaming headset made for competitive gamers, this could be the one for you.
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Used by 5 Rainbow Six Siege players ()Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro doesn’t mess with a winning formula. It refines it. With upgraded drivers, a fantastic mic, ANC support, and dual wireless connectivity, it’s clear Razer listened to what reviewers and users had to say. The result is a gaming headset that can proudly call itself one of the very best in the world right now.
Pros
- Great audio quality
- Great gaming performance
- Good ANC performance
- Great mic
Cons
- Very expensive
- Heavier than the predecessor, which might not feel comfy for everyone
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wireless |
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| Noise Cancelling | Yes |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Historically, the HyperX Cloud II has been one of the most popular headsets. The simple, straightforward plug-and-play design attracted a large number of players and continues to do so. The Cloud Alpha S is an improved version of the same headset, attempting to address its shortcomings.
The headset’s design is nearly identical. It is the same minimalist and comfortable design that everyone knows and loves. The headband is soft and comfortable, and the headset is built like a tank. Comfort aand build quality was one of the pros of the Cloud II and the same can be said for the Alpha S.
It has all of the basic features you would expect in a headset. A detachable microphone, volume mixer, headset audio controls, a detachable cable, and a bag to keep everything in.
The headset’s performance is adequate but not particularly noteworthy. It is suitable for RS6 and the majority of other games. You will not have any difficulty hearing footsteps or other information. It’s not audiophile grade, but it gets the job done quite well.
In short, the HyperX Cloud Alpha S is as simple as a headset can get. A high-performance, no-nonsense plug-and-play headset.
HyperX Cloud Alpha S Black
Used by 2 Rainbow Six Siege players ()Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
All in all, the Cloud Alpha S is an extremely capable gaming headset, and one you should take a look at if you’re shopping for an affordable, no-nonsense set of cans.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Portable
- Great build quality
- Great sound for gaming
Cons
- Sound profile is underwhelming for content consumption
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wired |
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| Cable Length | 150cm |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 321g |
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Logitech G Pro X 2
The Logitech G Pro X 2 is the successor to the G Pro X, which is widely considered to be a great gaming headset. The Pro X 2 builds on its predecessor with slight improvements, mainly to the drivers and the build quality, with better cushions and a stronger headband.
Overall, the G Pro X 2 offers everything you need from a gaming headset. It sounds great thanks to the 50mm drivers, the mic is great for gaming and usual Discord chitchats, the battery lasts ~50 hours, and it feels premium.
Logitech G Pro X 2 LIGHTSPEED Headset
Used by 7 Rainbow Six Siege players ()It’s a wireless headset with a battery life of 50 ingame hours with a great build quality and a high quality sound profile that performs great ingame due to the excellent directional audio. It’s not a super neutral headset, but it does have a very interesting sound profile if you ask me.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Very comfortable
- Choice of two earcup materials
- Flawless wireless connection
- Great build quality
- Good battery life
Cons
- Expensive
- Limited EQ
- Microphone doesn’t live up to the price tag
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wireless |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 331g |
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SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless
SteelSeries definitely know how to make a gaming peripheral and the Arctis Pro Wireless is a wonderful example of that knowledge.
You get a great microphone, fantastic sound quality that can be customized, an included audio base station, and a comfortable, durable headset. The lightweight aluminum and steel construction add to the overall reliability of this product so that you can be sure that your investment doesn’t break on you after one too many rage moments.
The Arctis Pro Wireless is an older product at this point in time, so if you’re interested in a top tier SteelSeries wireless headset we’d nudge you towards the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless instead, but if you can snag this one up at a reduced price then it’s still a fantastic buy today.
SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless
Used by 1 Rainbow Six Siege player ()The SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless is a top wireless gaming headset with a lossless connection, great sound quality, and a great microphone.
Pros
- Swappable batteries are great, making the battery life virtually endless
- Great sound quality
- Great microphone
- Very comfy
Cons
- Very expensive
- On-board button controls are placed awkwardly
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wireless |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Non-Detachable |
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| Weight | 362g |
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Logitech G Pro Gaming Headset
The Logitech G Pro Gaming Headset was the first headset to release in the renewed line of gaming peripherals aimed at pro gamers. It is a no-nonsense gaming headset that focuses on performance over anything else, and it had decent success back when it first came out. It has since been succeeded by the G Pro X Gaming Headset, which we consider to be better in every way, so if you’re interested in a Logitech G gaming headset for competing, we would recommend looking towards the newer versions.
Logitech G Pro Headset
Used by 3 Rainbow Six Siege players ()Alem4o
The Logitech G Pro Gaming headset is a no-nonsense gaming headset aimed at competitive and professional gamers. It has been discontinued and succeeded by the G Pro X gaming headset.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Decent microphone
Cons
- Can feel a little cheaply built
- Sound quality isn’t the greatest
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wired |
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| Cable Length | 180cm |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 320g |
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Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT
The Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT is one of Corsair’s flagship headsets, and it comes packed with a number of interesting features that might make it your next headset. The sound quality is very good, it boasts a number of connection options (including the option to connect it to multiple audio sources at the same time) and the microphone sounds amazing.
Giving the price range that this headset is fighting in, it has some really tough competition, but if you’re looking for a wireless RGB headset from one of the big brands then this could be your next purchase.
Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT
Used by 2 Rainbow Six Siege players ()KingGeorge
The Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT headset is a top-quality addition to any gaming setup. It boasts excellent sound quality, one of the best headset mics out there, and incredibly robust and comfortable construction.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great mic
- Good build quality
Cons
- Battery life is on the shorter side
- Price is high
- Headband has a tendency to slip
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wireless |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 382g |
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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is a no-nonsense wireless gaming headset that’s made for competitive players. It’s a more premium offering than what some of the usual suspects in this market offer with it comfortable design, great choice of materials, and flawless wireless connectivity.
If you want a reliable wireless headset with a bunch of profiles that are meant for competitive gaming, along with a fantastic microphone (on the post-2023 versions) then this is a great one to consider.
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro
Used by 8 Rainbow Six Siege players ()Neonical
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Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is an impressive competitive gaming headset. It has just about the best (wireless) mic on the market right now, and it also gets top marks when it comes to battery life and range. Combine that with the very respectable sound quality (once you’ve tweaked the EQ a bit) and great positional audio and you’ve got a quality competitive gaming audio product.
Pros
- Longest range of any wireless headset I’ve tried so far
- Fantastic battery life
- Good sound quality, after tweaking the EQ
- Fantastic mic (on the 2023 model)
- Sturdy build quality
- Good (passive) noise isolation
- Comfy and surprisingly light
Cons
- Price tag is on the higher side
- Ear cushions could be more breathable
- Some bugs when pairing with Razer Synapse
Specs
| Type | Closed-Back |
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| Connection | Wireless |
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| Noise Cancelling | No |
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| Microphone | Detachable |
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| Weight | 320g |
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Best Headset for Rainbow Six Siege – Conclusion
Sometimes these pro lists can get pretty ‘samey’ which can make your purchasing decision easier, but it’s always interesting to see a lot of different options in these lists. This is certainly an interesting list.
We’ve got pretty much everything in here, ranging from a no-nonsense performance headset to full-featured, wireless flagship sets, so pretty much everyone should be able to find what they’re looking for in this article. As always, if you have any doubts or questions feel free to reach out to us on Twitter, Discord, or in the comments of one of our articles.
