Top Gaming Headsets with Detachable Mics for Streamers (2025 Tested Picks)

June 17, 2025 Emma Lane 0 Comments 3 min read

If you stream, game, AND listen to music, one headset might not cut it. That’s why detachable mic headsets have become a favorite in 2025 — they offer performance when you need it and freedom when you don’t.

I tested 9 headsets over two weeks (wired + wireless) and narrowed it down to the top 5 that balance streaming quality, comfort, and hybrid usability.

🎮 1. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X — Best for Xbox & Cross-Platform

Detachable Mic: Yes, ClearCast Gen 2
Connection: Wireless USB-C + Bluetooth
Emma’s Take:
Excellent spatial audio, comfy for long streams, and the mic is crisp on Discord and Twitch. Bluetooth + USB-C lets you dual-connect — handy for mobile or tablet use.

Verdict: Great for console + PC gamers.

🎮 2. EPOS H3PRO Hybrid — Best Sound Quality

Detachable Mic: Magnetic boom mic
Connection: Wireless + USB + 3.5mm
Emma’s Take:
Audiophile-level detail with ANC. I was genuinely impressed by how natural my voice sounded when streaming. The magnetically detachable mic is a nice touch.

Verdict: Great if sound matters more than RGB flair.

🎮 3. Corsair HS80 MAX — Best Value for Streamers

Detachable Mic: Flip-to-mute removable
Connection: Slipstream Wireless + Bluetooth
Emma’s Take:
A great mix of performance and price. Lightweight, breathable earcups, and solid mic clarity. You can tweak EQ using Corsair’s iCUE software.

Verdict: Mid-range champ for streamers starting out.

🎮 4. Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2025) — Best Mic Performance

Detachable Mic: Razer HyperClear Supercardioid
Connection: Wireless + 3.5mm
Emma’s Take:
The clearest voice capture of the bunch. Seriously. It cuts out background noise even when I had a fan on. New 2025 refresh adds better comfort padding and battery life.

Verdict: Mic-first gamers and streamers, this one’s yours.

🎮 5. Logitech G Pro X 2 — Best for Travel & On-the-Go Use

Detachable Mic: Pro-grade boom
Connection: Wireless + USB + 3.5mm
Emma’s Take:
Lightweight, compact, and rugged. I took this headset during travel and used it both for gaming and calls. The mic detaches cleanly, and sound quality holds up even in noisy environments.

Verdict: Pro versatility meets real-world utility.

🧠 Emma’s Takeaway

Whether you’re looking for Twitch-quality voice, commuter-friendly audio, or a headset that pulls double duty, detachable mic headsets are finally good enough to do it all in 2025.

🎙️ My pick for streamers: Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2025)
🎧 My hybrid go-to: SteelSeries Nova 5X