The best gaming headsets may see a new contender, as JBL has just announced its new JBL Quantum gaming headsets at Gamescom 2025 — including a fresh redesign, upgraded drivers and multi-platform spatial sound.
As part of its new Quantum lineup, JBL has released three new gaming headsets: the JBL Quantum 950, Quantum 650 and Quantum 250. It's the 950 that stands out, with the 50mm carbon drivers providing incredibly detailed, Hi-Res certified audio. Apparently, this isn't just about booming explosions; it's about hearing the game-winning details others can't.
That's something I'll have to explore myself on the Gamescom 2025 showfloor, but considering the pinpoint audio precision JBL is known for, like the JBL Charge 6, I expect these headphones to deliver the gaming goods.
The JBL Quantum headset lineup is expected to arrive this fall, with prices starting at £49.99 / €59.99 (U.S. pricing is yet to be announced).
JBL Quantum Gaming Headsets revealed
JBL Quantum 950 |
JBL Quantum 650 |
JBL Quantum 250 |
|
Price |
£299.99 / €349.99 |
£129.99 / €149.99 |
£49.99 / €59.99 |
Connectivity |
Dual 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 |
Dual 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 |
Wired 3.5mm |
Wireless Base Station |
Yes, with controls for RGB lighting, EQ presets, and game- chat balance |
No |
No |
ANC |
Yes |
No |
No |
Mic |
6mm Boom Mic |
6mm Boom Mic |
6mm Boom Mic |
Battery life |
25 hours per battery, with 2 batteries |
45 hours per battery |
N/A |
Colors |
Black, White |
Black, White, Purple, Teal |
Black, White, Purple, Teal |
JBL aims to level up the playing field in multi-platform gaming headsets with the new Quantum 950 headset, delivering the kind of pinpoint audio precision that pro-level esports players expect — albeit at a premium price tag.
According to JBL, gamers will be able to track subtle footsteps, pinpoint the direction of a reload and react to positional shifts before their opponents even know they're there. Combined with JBL's Quantum Spatial Sound and 3D head-tracking, it's a gaming headset worth paying attention to.
The Quantum 950 aims to solve comfort woes with a hammock headband and breathable mesh suspension that makes the headset lightweight. Paired with cool memory foam ear cushions, it looks to be comfortable — like the recent SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless I adore.
Moreover, the upgraded 6mm boom mic wants to make sure your callouts are crisp and authoritative. However, the real game-changer is the integrated AI Noise Reduction. It intelligently filters out the click-clack of your mechanical keyboard and other background noise, so your team doesn't hear your setup.
It's all useless without a god battery life, so the Quantum 950 introduces a hot-swappable dual battery system. When one runs low, simply swap it for a fresh one from the wireless charging Base Station without ever dropping a match.
As JBL points out, whether you’re on PC, console or mobile (expected to be PC, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and other platforms), the Quantum headset lineup will adapt with low-latency 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.3 or a wired connection.
Otherwise, here's the key upgrades you can expect:
- Lightweight comfort: A unique hammock headband design distributes weight, stopping pressure points for those marathon sessions.
- Crystal-Clear comms: The enlarged 6mm mic with AI-powered noise reduction means your team hears your callouts.
- Long-living battery: A hot-swappable dual-battery system lets you change batteries mid-game.
- Versatility: Instantly switch between PC, console and mobile with lossless 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.3 and wired options.
How will these features compare to the best gaming headsets around? We'll keep you up to date once we get our hands on these cans.
“No competitor offers this level of acoustic technology,” says the president of consumer audio at Harman, Carsten Olesen.
Olesen continues: “Our expertise in audio innovation shines through in the new JBL Quantum headsets and the redesigned JBL QuantumENGINE software. We have developed professional-level gaming audio and made it accessible to everyone.”
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