Xbox Wireless Headset

Works on Windows and Xbox, with a mute control and sidetone so you hear yourself.

HeadsetMicrosoft's own Xbox headset: it pairs straight to the console, with no dongle, and the earcup dials set volume and the game/chat balance

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Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

Xbox Wireless Headset: how it connects and what you can adjust

Paired to the console

Xbox Wireless Headset microphone
Paired straight to the console; Bluetooth or a USB-C cable on a PC
Mic input on your PC or console
Game chat

Connections: Xbox Wireless: pairs straight to the console · Bluetooth 5.3 · USB-C cable on Windows
Mute: Mute button, an LED shows when the mic is on, and auto-mute
Hear yourself: Mic monitoring, set in the Xbox Accessories app

Choose it if…

You want game sound and voice chat in one headset.
You want to hear your own voice through headphones while you play.
You want a wearable microphone rather than a separate desk stand or arm.

Before choosing this model

Microsoft lists Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11; not PlayStation or Switch.
On a Windows PC it connects over Bluetooth 4.2 or newer, or a USB-C cable that is sold separately.
On Xbox, some voice chat features may need a Game Pass Ultimate, Premium or Essential membership, Microsoft says.
It pairs with the console itself, with no dongle: check which platforms its maker lists on this page.
No stand or arm needed: the mic is on the headset.
Also needed: USB-C cable or Bluetooth 4.2+ for Windows (sold separately).

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Controls and specifications

Xbox Series X|S · Xbox One · Windows 10/11 · Mobile (Bluetooth). Software: Xbox Accessories app: EQ, bass boost, auto-mute, LED brightness, mic monitoring.

Connections, controls and fit
Connections	Xbox Wireless: pairs straight to the console · Bluetooth 5.3 · USB-C cable on Windows
Microphone mute	Mute button, an LED shows when the mic is on, and auto-mute
Monitoring	Mic monitoring, set in the Xbox Accessories app
Chat controls	bendable boom mic · mute · game/chat balance dial · volume dial · mic monitoring (app)
Mounts	Not listed by the maker
Dimensions	Not listed by the maker

In the box and parts
Included parts	Xbox Wireless Headset
Additional parts	USB-C cable or Bluetooth 4.2+ for Windows (sold separately)

Manufacturer specifications for Xbox Wireless Headset.
Compatibility the maker lists	Xbox Series X\|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 (Bluetooth 4.2+ or a USB-C cable, sold separately), mobile over Bluetooth
Microphone	Bendable boom with two mics, voice isolation and auto-mute; LED when the mic is on
Controls	Power/pair, mute, game/chat balance dial (left earcup), volume dial (right earcup)
Drivers	40 mm
Weight	320 g (11 oz)
In the box	Xbox Wireless Headset
Microphone over Bluetooth	Yes, Microsoft lists Bluetooth chat on a PC or phone; Windows needs Bluetooth 4.2 or newer

Questions about the Xbox Wireless Headset

Can I hear myself through the Xbox Wireless Headset?

Its maker lists: Mic monitoring, set in the Xbox Accessories app.

Does the Xbox Wireless Headset work on PS5?

Microsoft doesn't list the PS5 for this headset, so we don't mark it as working there.

Does the Xbox Wireless Headset work on Xbox Series / One?

Yes, Microsoft documents it. Pick it in the console's microphone settings and check the level before joining a party.

Set it up for game chat.

Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.
Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.
Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

References

Xbox Xbox Wireless Headset