Epos H3 Hybrid Review
The Epos H3 Hybrid gaming headset tries to do a bit of everything. It features Bluetooth connectivity for phones and the Nintendo Switch, a USB wired connection for the PC, and 3.5mm connectivity for the PlayStation and Xbox. Overall audio quality is pretty strong, at least for stereo content, proving that Epos has kept the momentum on that front in its post-Sennheiser collaboration days. However, its microphone is less than stellar, and the app-driven, 7.1-channel surround sound on PC is underwhelming. That makes the Epos H3 Hybrid's $179.99 price feel a bit high, especially when our Editors' Choice picks, the wireless Razer Barracuda X and wired Razer BlackShark V2, ring up well below that. Slightly Chunky The H3 Hybrid has an understated design that's more like an overbuilt enterprise headset than a gaming headset. It’s all black, with a plastic exterior over a metal headband support. The over-ear earpads are generously padded with memory foam, with faux leather on the sides an...
The Epos H3 Hybrid works well as both a wired and Bluetooth gaming headset for nearly every platform, but it's pricey and lacks compelling spatial audio processing.
USB, 3.5mm, and Bluetooth connectivity options; Strong, generally well-balanced sound
Unimpressive 7.1-channel audio processing on PC; Slightly weak bass; Mic could be cleaner