Best 2025 Headphones & Earbuds for Dongle

#1 Skullcandy Crusher PLYR 720
5.0

The 2.4GHz dongle is easy to use, with reviewers describing instant plug-and-play behavior.

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Bass performance

Cons: Value for money, Microphone

#2 Cherry XTRFY H3 Wireless Gaming Headset
4.8

The dongle experience was positive, with reviewers praising easy setup, low latency, and rock-solid 2.4GHz performance.

Pros: Connectivity versatility, Sound quality

Cons: Equalizer customization, App

#3 Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed
4.7

The USB-C wireless dongle is a standout practical detail: compact, unobtrusive, and repeatedly described as simply working without blocking nearby ports.

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Software/setup simplicity, Clamping force comfort

#5 Meze 99 Classics 2nd Gen
4.6

The bundled USB-C DAC is repeatedly praised as transparent, capable, and genuinely useful, adding immediate phone and laptop compatibility.

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Bass performance

Cons: Replaceable earpads

#6 Meze Audio 105 Silva Headphones
4.5

The tiny included USB-C dongle is a welcome way to connect modern phones and laptops. Reviewers see it as a convenient starter or backup rather than an audiophile-grade source.

Pros: Design and Aesthetics, Overall recommendation

Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Connectivity options

#7 Sony Inzone E9
4.5

The USB-C audio box is widely seen as a valuable part of the package because it unlocks Hub features, spatial processing, EQ, and broader device connections. Some dislike needing it...

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Bass performance, Treble clarity

#8 Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
4.3

The BTD 700 dongle is often praised as valuable or game-changing, but setup, durability, and some call/functionality issues keep it from being flawless.

Pros: Sound quality, Active noise cancellation

Cons: Premium feel, Multipoint connectivity reliability

#9 Yamaha YH-L500A Headphones
4.3

The dock/dongle-style hardware was viewed positively in WL500 transcripts for sturdiness and flexible wireless connection.

Pros: Overall recommendation, Value for money

#10 JBL Tour One M3 Headphones
4.1

The Smart Tx dongle split opinion: many called it unique, practical, or game-changing for travel, while others found it niche, costly, easy to lose, or unnecessary.

Pros: Sound quality, Dongle

Cons: Premium feel, Build quality

#11 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Gaming Headset
3.7

Dongle feedback was mixed: reviewers liked the low-latency, slim, offset design, but some disliked port blocking or lack of onboard storage.

Pros: Value for money, Sound quality

Cons: Treble clarity, Noise isolation (passive)

#12 Logitech G Astro A20 X
3.6

The compact PLAYSYNC base is central to the headset’s convenience and is much smaller than many multi-system docks. Its light weight can make it slide around, and cable placement can...

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Fit/seal reliability, Multipoint connectivity reliability

#13 Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless Gaming Headset
3.5

The USB-C dongle provides dependable low-latency wireless and useful PC/console switching, but its physical implementation is not perfect. Some users disliked blocked adjacent ports, adapter needs, or the lack of...

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Value for money, Battery

#14 Corsair Void v2 MAX
3.4

The USB transmitter generally works well and can deliver excellent audio, but its USB-A design feels bulky or dated to some. Its larger size is easier to keep track of,...

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Reliability, App

#15 Razer BlackShark V3
2.9

The remote dongle design divides reviewers. Some like being able to position or switch it easily, while others dislike the long cable, laptop clutter, or report a failed dongle switch.

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Button control usability, Dongle

#16 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2
2.7

The dongle was the most repeated design complaint: reviewers disliked its width, port blocking, or merely adequate range, despite functional wireless use.

Pros: Sound quality, Value for money

Cons: Dongle, Noise isolation (passive)

#17 Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
2.6

Dongle feedback was the clearest hardware complaint: most reviewers disliked the wired/bulky dongle, though one praised its technology and range.

Pros: Microphone, Comfort during long use

Cons: Dongle, Software/setup simplicity

#18 EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus
2.5

There is no low-latency wireless dongle, which limits suitability for serious competitive gaming. Game Mode helps substantially, but Bluetooth remains the underlying connection.

Pros: Value for money, Sound quality

Cons: Lossless audio support, Microphone noise reduction

#19 Fractal Design Scape Headset
2.5

The removable 2.4GHz dongle integrates neatly into the charging dock and can be taken on the road. One reviewer had disconnects when it was plugged directly near other USB devices,...

Pros: Included stand quality, Overall satisfaction

Cons: Active noise cancellation, Volume output

#22 JLab JBuds Open
1.5

Direct PS5 and PS5 Portal use may require a separate Bluetooth dongle. That extra purchase undermines convenience for console buyers.

Pros: Overall satisfaction, Sound quality

Cons: Bass performance, Volume output