Best 2022 Headphones & Earbuds for Design and Aesthetics

#2 Razer Barracuda X
4.5

Design was a major strength: reviewers repeatedly liked the subtle, understated, non-gamery look, with Chroma lighting adding style for RGB fans.

Pros: Sound quality, Microphone

Cons: Dongle, Equalizer customization

#3 Soundcore by Anker Space Q45
4.5

The matte finish, metal accents, and understated branding are frequently admired. Some would change the logo treatment, and the overall size limits how sleek the design feels.

Pros: Active noise cancellation, Sound quality

Cons: Headband padding quality, Workout heat and sweat buildup

#4 Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Earbuds
4.2

Design was consistently described as sleek, compact, premium-looking, or stylish for the price.

Pros: Value for money, Sound quality

Cons: Microphone quality for calls, Sensors

#5 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
4.2

Design is usually praised as sleek, minimalist, neutral, or attractive, though some reviewers find it plain or uninspired.

Pros: Value for money, Sound quality

Cons: Bass performance, Clamping force comfort

#6 Audeze Maxwell
4.1

Design and aesthetics are mostly praised as understated, premium, sleek, and non-gamer-looking, though one reviewer finds it clunky.

Pros: Sound quality, Battery

Cons: Headband adjustability, Weight comfort

#7 Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Canceling Headphones
4.0

Design reactions were mixed: reviewers liked the modern look but criticized the non-folding redesign and less premium feel.

Pros: Active noise cancellation, Comfort during long use

Cons: Portability/foldability

#8 HyperX Cloud Alpha
3.8

Design reactions are mixed: some like the black-and-red gamer style, while others call it dated or prefer subtler colors.

Pros: Sound quality, Comfort during long use

Cons: Ear cup swivel/rotation range, Connectivity versatility

#9 Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones
3.6

Design reactions were mixed: reviewers liked the functional, understated approach but also called it plain or less original than prior Momentum models.

Pros: Sound quality, Comfort during long use

Cons: Microphone quality for calls, Transparency mode quality

#10 HyperX Cloud Stinger 2
3.5

Design opinions were mixed: reviewers liked the cleaner modern look on some models, but others called it generic, cheap-looking, or visually uninspiring.

Pros: Value for money, Microphone

Cons: Build quality, Bass performance