Turtle Beach
Stealth 500
The Stealth 500 lands as a entry-level gaming headset, built around 40 hours.
53/100
40 hours5.2
£59.95best price at Amazon
In stock at 1 retailer
We may earn a commission on purchases via this link. It never affects our scores or rankings.
Independent score · no sponsored placement
Price checked across retailers daily
Why we rate it
- Wireless
- 2.4 GHz wireless
- No surround sound
- No active noise cancelling
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the Stealth 500 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight230 g
WirelessYes
Battery and power
Battery life40 hours
Connectivity
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
Bluetooth5.2
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowStealth 500 vs Turtle Beach Turtle Beach Atlas Air
Stealth 500Turtle Beach Atlas Air
| Turtle BeachStealth 500This page | Turtle BeachTurtle Beach Atlas Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53 /100 | 53 /100 |
| Battery hours | 40 hours | 50 hoursBetter |
| Weight | 230 gBetter | 297 g |
| Wireless 2 4ghz | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Who it's for
Is the Stealth 500 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need surround sound, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Stealth 500 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 53/100 against other gaming headsets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the Stealth 500?
Its wireless stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the A40?
The A40 scores 54/100 versus this one at 53/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
You might also consider
