Turtle Beach - Stealth 700 Gen 3

I had recently bought these for Cyber Monday and got them for a good discount on Amazon, I loved all the features it had and the battery life was long. But immediately when I got the headset I started noticing issues. I updated the firmware through the app, I connected everything to the pc and Xbox and even my phone. In the beginning audio was amazing, I could do all the features at the same time and I loved the little detail of the mic piece can be hidden away. Everything was cool but soon after that’s when I started noticing issues on it. Now I’m not sure if it could be because it was a defective product or what but whenever I would play certain games like let’s say MLB the show, and any time there was a small little noise for example the click noise a bat makes when it hits the ball, it would not pick up. Certain things would be delayed and whenever I would use superhuman feature for better sound for games it would sound like I had my ears in cups. That’s not all multiple friends who heard me switch to the new headset immediately told me the mic quality was bad, it wasn’t because they couldn’t hear me but because the quality wasn’t great at all. They had described it like if I was talking through a cup or something. I tried playing with all the settings and the most it did was make it louder but not clearer. Then to top it all off if things was bad enough with the random lack of sound not picking up and the bad mic quality, the headset started to randomly disconnect from my pc, now I have no idea why it would do this. I tried everything I unplugged re plugged the usb, I turned on and off the headset. And while it temporarily fixed the issue, it would pop up again and happen again. The headset wouldn’t turn off when it disconnected but the only thing that did keep working after the headset disconnected from the pc was the Bluetooth. This is the part where I think I got a defective product. I’m honestly disappointed and was really looking forward to having these. I’m just hoping it was just an unlucky case of having a faulty product, maybe if I get another pair it won’t happen again. But the fact of the matter is that there were big issues with that headset to the point where I had to return it and go back to my old ASTRO Gaming A10 gen 1 headset that I have been using for years. And to compare the two, the Mic quality on the A10 were greater and better than the ones on the stealth 700. If anyone else has had these similar issues and or found any fixes to them I would like to hear because it really is a shame I had to return them and I haven’t found another headset that has all the same features and things that this headset has.

From what I’ve noticed, everyone has their own opinions on headphones. I would recommend finding a place with a good return policy (not GameStop) and purchase a few to test out. I did this with the Razer Kraken V3 Pro and the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3. I used them both for about an hour and found things I hated that I wouldn’t have known if I had just stuck with one. I kept the Turtle Beaches since I play Xbox and PC, which it comes with two transmitters so it can switch simultaneously. The Swarm II software (on PC) is very easy to use and the EQ is very customizable. Build quality feels solid, but coming from the Razer Kraken V2 Pro (my previous headset I used for years), it has a little more plastic than my liking. Other then my personal preference of wanting a heavier metal headset, the 700 Gen 3 have been wonderful for my setup.

I have the stealth 700 gen 3 PC version I love mine I had the stealth pros before these sound just as good with 80hr battery life

They sound just as good to me and the gen 3s are comfortable for my head the stealth pros made my ears hot the stealth pros are good also so you can't go wrong

The G3 mic monitor is extremely good I turn mine to 80 and when I speak I hear myself as if I don't have headphones on and it keeps me from hollering now the gen 3 game chat mix is not working yet on PC I've tried everything must be coming in a update but voices are just right on this headset so it's not been a problem

What's wrong with the dongle? Lol I have a stealth 700 gen 2 max with zero issues after almost 2 years & just got the 700 gen 3's as well

"it's crap" lol ok bud, thanks for the detailed explanation. Again, havent experienced a single issue in 2 years with the gen 2 & so far the gen 3 has been a nice upgrade. So can't say anything negative about it.

The problem with the Gen 3 is the mic. It is horrendous. Compared to the Gen 2 or stealth pros. Hoping there is an update to fix it. Also I have the Xbox gen 3 and on the USB dongle the mic sensitivity doesn't save. So after you power off and power back on it defaults to100% sensitivity which causes clipping and over modulation (I have a ticket with turtlebeach and I am working with them to fix this). Also look at other reviews on the headset and watch gadgetry tech he does a review and mic test so you can hear for yourself and his yt comment also can help

The last update fixed the mic (one one I assume you had to dl) it didn't fix the mic sensitivity defaulting to 100% but with the update it seems to have fixed the clipping when the mic sensitivity is at 100% so I've been leaving it there (it gets to be a pain to have to adjust it every time you shut off the headset) and all my friends on Xbox, PS5 and Discord say it sounds great. I've been maining it since the last update and I really like the headset (it doesn't sound as good as my Maxwell's) but the feature set on the 700 gen 3's i are way better for my use

I would say absolutely. I really like mine haven't had any issues with them after the update. I'll link to this review of headsets by Jez Corden on gaming headsets I have pretty much all of the wireless ones he talks about and I pretty much agree with everything he says in this review. A lot of them are cross platform headsets that I use on my PS5 and PC. https://www.windowscentral.com/xbox/best-xbox-headsets Hope this helps

Only issue Im having is with my PC, it will randomly cut the audio says its connected, can change the volume with the headset control, windows shows there should be sound on that volume display line. And i cant get it back unless i either unplug and plug back i nthe dongle, or swap Spatial audio on, then I can turn it back off. outside of that, they have worked well (did give me a little trouble getting the xbox dongle to update, but just took three tries)

The 700 is amazing. Besides the fact when you’re playing Fortnite, you can’t handle your call and use voice chat at the same time but it’s still an amazing headset.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I picked them up yesterday at BB for 120. I was not a fan at all, I found them heavy with a weak clamp (normal size head). The build feels cheap but the features and audio are nice. Obviously they're new so no one can speak much about durability. I'm returning them next week.

I just ordered from Amazon an open box like new for 140$. Im really hoping to love them as the stealth 700 gen 3 was not to my standards.

I’m currently not enjoying the ambient sound difference going from gen 2 to gen 3. Gen 2 I could hear myself talk pretty well, gen 3 I can barely hear myself with the settings adjusted right (as far as I’m aware)

I hope it’s more of a firmware thing. After a few hours of use now I’m kinda getting used to it. My friends all say the mic sounds crisp and clear so that’s a plus. I’m very pleased with the sounds as well. And the AI they advertise actually works. With my gen 2s people could hear my dogs bark in the other room and now they can’t.

I dont know because the mic I got was for Xbox. It works fine on PC it just doesn't have the features as a PC mic would (I would think). But I can easily adjust volume, mic monitoring, i can hear perfectly, and speak perfectly. Maybe the microphone may sound a bit off compared to PC mike since they are made for it but never had anyone say you sound weird or whatever.

Seems like the only mug here is the one I am sipping on, bc everything works perfectly.

Reviews tend to be biased, and most reviews are ones who tend to complain while those who like the product dont really add reviews. I am an example who is happy with the headset but havent put in a review.

The fact they feel cheap was what would concern me. I’ve often had this issue with turtle beach. Good to know though thank you

So this guy has the g3 model, all your issues are seemingly from the g2. Maybe they've updated it since? Idk man, I'm just trying to cope with my purchase...

Any updates on this? I just bought a set and so far so good. But I had a huge update when I first booted them up.

My girlfriend said my Astros sounded better for the mic then bada bing bada boom I changed some settings and it sounds better

Hey I'm so sorry but I have to ask. What headsets would anyone recommend with huge heads. I got the arctis Nova and stealth gen 3 700 and both hurt my head bigtime. Use Sony XM5s currently.

They’re fine to me. Sure the build quality is not God-tier but I’ve had them a month and no discomfort in any aspect nor really anything concerning. I also saw them on sale recently for $150 on amazon for Black Friday. Really not a bad deal. Also the sound quality is wonderful on these

As annoying as it may be, buy from bestbuy and try them. If you don’t like - easy return. It’s also $150 at bestbuy

I just got the gen 3 700 stealth. Super good imo

I've never dropped this headset and have only ever used a 10W charger. Unfortunately, my Stealth Gen 3 stopped working after just one month of use. It won’t charge or power on at all. The last thing I did was charge it fully, then I left it on my headset rack while I was away for two days. When I came back, it simply wouldn’t turn on. The sad part is, I purchased this in the US, but I'm currently not in the US—and there's no Turtle Beach service center available where I am.

Honestly, I'm coming off the first gen that I bought during lockdown. I have the 700 gen 3 now, and the sound is kinda dull and stuffy as my first impression. It feels like a downgrade, which sounds crazy, but I feel like I could hear...further? With the first gens? I feel like the new ones aren't as immersive somehow. Sounds around me are fine, but playing overwatch, I feel like I used to hear distant players coming further away with the gen 1. Part of me wonders if it has something to do with that optical bit that you plugged into the back of the PS4

The most noticeable change in the Stealth 700 Gen 3 compared to the Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max is the slightly improved audio quality, along with the addition of dual audio transmitters. The Gen 2 had (And still has) a major flaw with durability during normal everyday use. The Gen 3 has problems of it's own. The headset's weak clamp force and less comfortable ear foam are significant drawbacks. The foam doesn’t really prevent sound leakage around the ear cups, unlike the Gen 2. It seems Turtle Beach aimed for enhanced comfort with the Gen 3 by reducing the clamp strength, but this decision backfired. Many people, including myself, find the headset doesn’t fit snugly against the ears and head. Additionally, the foam lacks the plushness and thickness needed to keep the audio from escaping from the drivers. These issues compromise both comfort and sound isolation, which are critical for an immersive experience. If not for these issues, I would have kept the Gen 3 I purchased recently. However, these changes are too significant in my opinion and ultimately more disappointing than satisfying.

Yes, I noticed that to when I had it. It wasn't that big of a deal to me but still noticeable in terms of the mic monitoring. Maybe it was a firmware bug and hopefully it gets fixed if it hasn't already. Maybe it is intended, or maybe the design of the headset (the foam and clamp strength) is just that bad.

I’m mainly worried about the build quality. I just lost my 3rd pair of stealth 700s from the adjustment slider area of the headband. They advertise that these new Gen 3s are made of metal, but it’s only the earcup. The headband is still plastic. I probably won’t buy until I hear more about them breaking

Yes, in terms of specs on paper it is. I have them, and I love them. Better than Nova Pros, that's for damn sure. Even my 600 gen 1 sounded better than the Nova Pro Wireless

i also have never had a problem with my 700s, ever. got the gen 1 like 7-8 years ago or something like that, then got my current gen 2’s back in 2020 and now i’m looking at the 3’s. neither of my headsets have ever busted on me or let me down in ANY way and that’s even after owning them for about ~3-4 years each. quite looking forward to upgrading!

i have one working button on my stealth 700s. the power button. theyre barely holding on at just over a year of use.

I love my Turtlebeach stealth 700 series. insane audio.even tho it can be a little messy with connecting

I've had the 600s and now the 700s, I love them both, honestly if there's a good return policy you could try them out and return the one you don't like lol

I second this. Otherwise I’d use my turtle beach’s 700.. but I dropped them and they broke

The 700s quality is dramatically improved from the 600. I won't get a 600 ever again, thing snapped on me putting on my head.

Interesting, in my 3 or 4 years of using Turtle Beach, I haven't encountered a single one of these problems you mention...

Turtle Beach Stealth 600/700 are pretty good all round - sound, mic, comfort, battery life. They have a few quirks though. HyperX cloud another ok budget headset, but the looks suck.