Headphones

Buying guide

The first question with headphones is how they connect. Wired ones have practically no latency and never need charging – which matters for gaming and calls. Among wireless models, a 2.4 GHz receiver gives lower latency than Bluetooth. The style decides comfort: over-ear models that enclose the ear are better for long sessions, while on-ear ones are lighter. Pay separate attention to the microphone – a detachable or flip-up one is more flexible. Active noise cancelling and simple sound isolation are different things, and product descriptions often mix them up.