
“The Arctis Nova 1 establishes what the baseline for budget headsets should be,” wrote Marshall Honorof, a senior editor at Tom's Guide, in his review of the headset. The headset delivers stellar audio performance with punchy bass and a good amount of treble that makes it great for listening to music when you’re not gaming. The Arctis Nova 1 packs the same 40-millimeter drivers as its pricier siblings - the $100 Arctis Nova 3 and the $180 Arctis Nova 7, but it’s priced at a much easier-to-swallow price of just $60.

Now that you know what to look for in a budget-friendly gaming headset, find the best for your lifestyle and design taste among these thoroughly vetted picks! Fortunately, software-enabled sound customization tools, HiRes audio, and surround sound are still available at price points below $100.

Compatibility:Arguably, the most important aspect of shopping for a gaming headset is to ensure that it's compatible with your gaming computer or video game console.

Each has unique advantages and shortcomings you need to know about. Choose between wired or wireless, on- or over-ear, as well as open- or closed-back options. Start your search for the best headphones under $100 by determining how you want to listen to music.
