Asus ROG Delta S

Great audio Fun mini-LED AniMe Dot Matrix effects AniMe Matrix effects remain when connected to any device Light and comfortable

Cord is short for gaming consoles Few AniMe Matrix effect options Too expensive

“The ROG Delta S Animate’s fun lights are its main draw, but you won’t see them while gaming.”

Comfortable, lightweight design ; Cool, animated display on both ear cups ; Great audio quality, separation, and positioning ; Customisable through Armoury Crate software

Cables are kind of short, especially for console players ; Animated displays are cool, but you can’t see them while wearing the headset ; Pricey

A USB-C, wired gaming headset with D-Shaped ear cups, AniMe Matrix display, and a built-in Hi-Fi ESS 9281 Quad DAC

+ Great audio quality ; + Customizable LEDs ; + Audio Interface Software

- Expensive

This headset isn’t for newbies; it is for audiophiles. That’s not to say it can’t fulfil the needs of a new content creator.

Durable build quality ; Immensely comfortable ; Crisp audio

Simpler software ; Average mic

The Asus ROG Delta S Wireless is a great wireless gaming headset that is wonderfully comfortable, sounds fantastic and offers vast compatibility. Connectivity is literal plug and play, while the 25 hours of battery life provides plenty of endurance....

Great audio quality ; Multi-platform support ; Soft ear padding ; RBG lighting system

Expensive ; Not wireless ; Feels quite heavy

Very comfortable and fairly lightweight ; Decently balanced sound ; Spacious audio for a wider soundstage ; USB-C wireless transmitter with a garage

Mids a little recessed ; No volume wheel ; Mic just ok

I probably wouldn’t pick up the Asus ROG Delta S Wireless from just looking at it, as it isn’t the most attractive headset. However, its comfortable, lightweight design, along with its solid sound, might change your mind. I’m just not sure you’re...

Superb audio quality throughout ; Compatible with lots of devices ; Can be set up within minutes

The design and build is all plastic ; No RGB lighting options available ; No wired option for your audio

To our ears the Asus ROG Delta S Wireless headset sounds pretty fantastic, and you get all the freedom of listening without wires. It'll work with multiple different devices and platforms, though you do miss out on some features offered by more...

Superb overall sound quality ; Plenty of customisation options ; Works with lots of devices

Design won't suit everyone ; No wireless option ; More expensive than some

The Asus ROG Delta S Animate certainly impresses in terms of its audio performance, but if you're going to buy – and it is more expensive than many of its competitors – it's likely going to be because of the customisable dot matrix lighting effects on...