Best Bluetooth Headphones and Earbuds for Steam Deck

The Steam Deck is one of the most exciting new pieces of gaming hardware we’ve seen in years. And judging by its gradual launch to those who have preordered, it looks like a lot of people will be getting their hands on a new Steam Deck this year. If you're one of those lucky few, you’ll probably want some accessories. And since you’ll likely play this machine on the go, you’ll probably want to know about the best Bluetooth headphones for the Steam Deck. We’re here to help.

Below, we’ve gathered all the best Bluetooth headphones on the market and looked at them based on their suitability for use with the Steam Deck. Without further ado, let's dive in.

For the most part, what you’ll want to look for in Bluetooth headphones to use with Steam Deck are the same things you’d want in any headphones: sound quality, plus a reasonable price for the hardware.

But with the Steam Deck being a portable gaming PC, you’ll also want to factor in portability. Sure, you can zip your Steam Deck into the case that came with it and toss it in a bag, but you’ll also want to make sure your headphones won't take up the rest of the space in your bag. That is, if you’re planning to play on the go. If you’ll mostly use your Steam Deck at home, you can feel free to ignore portability concerns when it comes to your Bluetooth headset.

For more about what to look for, read our roundup of the Best Bluetooth Headphones.

It's inevitable: the headphones vs. earbuds question is one you’ll need to answer when choosing a listening accessory for your Steam Deck. Generally, headphones offer better sound quality, at the price of being larger in size. Earbuds, on the other hand, are smaller and easier to fit into a bag, but they generally don't deliver quite the audio quality as a big pair of cans strapped to your head.

Steam Deck has plenty of other essential accessory options to choose from at the moment as well, including portable chargers, Bluetooth headphones, and SD cards.

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