Excellent audio in gaming matters more than most people think. Picking a good gaming headset that offers amazing sound quality, durability, aesthetic and affordability is key. But when you’re on a limited budget, a couple of things need to be sacrificed.
It’s honestly the only reason we could think of to justify the existence of Creative’s $79 (£69, AU$199) Sound BlasterX H5 Tournament Edition. Not that it’s a terrible headset; it’s actually good for the price with its crisp sound, comfort and flexibility, and durability. It makes for a great option if you’re looking for something under 100 bucks.
But seeing as it’s essentially a lower grade version of the superb Sound BlasterX H7 Tournament Edition, which at $20 (£20, AU$30) more gives you a whole set of extra features – and thus, offers better value, the H5 seems a tad unnecessary. That is, again, unless you don’t have the money to spare, or you just want to eschew all the fluff and get a more minimalist piece.
Design
Design-wise, the H5 is built exactly like its higher-end brother minus the appealing red against black contrast and that pulsating X logo. We do appreciate its black matte aesthetic complemented with brushed metal …read more
Source:: techradar.com – PC and Mac
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