

This gives you a range of different EQs and presets to make sure you sound as clear as possible, we explain in our Logitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless RGB headset review. The nice thing about a dedicated gaming headset is that good mic audio is a given and Logitech G’s recent acquisition of Blue microphones means the addition of what it called Blue Voice technology. The Logitech G733 happily delivers on multiple fronts and even comes in five different colours to escape the black obsession of the tech world. If you spend as long gaming at your desk as you do working, then you’ll probably want a headset that can do it all. This means getting the intuitive squeeze controls, excellent active noise cancelling and various smart features for what feels like a bit of a steal. Ow a couple of years old, retailers have discounted them far below their launch price. It’s important to note that the AirPods Pro really are best for those with Apple devices (though they do work as regular Bluetooth headphones for any device) but there’s never been a better time to invest, as our full AirPods Pro review explains. The adaptive audio too means that whatever you’re listening to will always sound optimal. The golf club style of Apple’s original earbuds has been toned down somewhat for the active noise cancelling versions but the microphone quality is still good enough that you’ll always be loud and clear on calls.

The Apple AirPods Pro are a brilliant set of earbuds for both listening to music and taking calls. There’s a reason you can’t go a single news report without seeing someone with a set of tell-tale white earbuds. The proper boom mic is excellent quality, the drivers offer impressive audio clarity, the ultra-comfy earpads mean you can wear them for long periods without pain, and the flexible USB-C connection makes them easy to hook up.

Our pick for the best headset for calls is the Creative Chat USB, which is custom made for chatting, as the name implies.

If you decide a mic isn't such a strong priority, don't forget we've got separate guides to the best wireless headphones, best wireless earbuds, best noise-cancelling headphones and best cheap headphones. Of course, as is always the case with headphones, the sky's the limit when it comes to budgets but you don’t need to spend the earth to get a great set of headphones with a mic. Whether you’re looking for a set of headphones that you can use on your commute and days of virtual meetings in the office, or a pair of in-ear headphones that can take the odd call, we’ve got you covered. Thankfully, when it comes to finding the best headphones with a mic, there’s plenty of choice.
