Common materials include memory foam, leatherette, standard foam, and textile or athletic‑weave covers. Several listings also mention cooling‑gel‑infused or thicker memory‑foam cushions designed for extended comfort and reduced pressure during long sessions.
Many headsets use Bluetooth for phone/music and a separate low‑latency wireless link for game audio. The low‑latency connection is commonly implemented as a 2.4 GHz link using a USB dongle/transmitter, while Bluetooth provides mobile connectivity.
Common mic features include flip‑to‑mute or flip‑to‑mute‑style microphones, noise‑reduction or noise‑cancelling technology, and internal/concealed mics for calls. Some higher‑end models also offer removable boom microphones.
Listings commonly show multiplatform support, including PlayStation (PS4/PS5), Xbox (One/Series), Windows PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch (including Switch Lite), Steam Deck, and mobile devices. Specific compatibility varies by model.