Gear up for gaming: OXS Storm G2 Wireless Headset review

A quality headset is a great addition to any setup, whether for gaming, calls with friends, or general use. That's why the OXS Storm G2 has caught our attention. As a wireless headset, it aims to enhance your gaming experience without taking up extra ports or cluttering your desk. You can swap between Bluetooth for a true wireless experience or opt for a USB receiver to ensure a very reliable connection.

Alongside its RGB aesthetics, the Storm G2 has the specs to further bolster your gaming enjoyment. With 50mm full-range drivers and a 20-20KHz frequency range, you get a detailed soundscape that picks up all you could want. You can also swap between a few preset equaliser (EQ) modes, including 7.1 virtual surround sound.

That all sounds great at a glance, but what's it like to actually use the OXS Storm G2? Is it as good for gaming as it appears to be? How does it handle other media? And is it worth your money? We're here to answer those questions.

We've had one of our resident tech experts, Kyle Purves, test the OXS Storm G2. Through using it for music, calls and gaming over the course of a few weeks, they've identified the key features that will determine whether it's the right piece of equipment for you.

What's good?

I really enjoyed using the Storm G2 as headphones for just about anything. I may be easily amused, but the RGB lights are a fun addition that completes a gaming setup, so it's an aesthetic winner. In general use, I appreciated the comfort of this headset. It's an over-ear design that puts minimal pressure on your head. I had no trouble wearing these for hours upon hours at a time without my ears getting irritated, so it's definitely a great choice for those who game or listen to music for long sessions.

The headset itself has a set of buttons, which allow you to change the EQ mode, mute and unmute the microphone, switch between Bluetooth and USB receiver, and adjust the volume. I particularly like that the mic is detachable, so if it isn't to your fancy, you can still make the most of the Storm G2 as headphones without the mic in the way.

The EQ mode feature is notable and I found myself using it more than expected. You can swap between surround sound, gaming, and music modes. As should be expected, things sound great when playing video games, and music is well suited for listening purposes. I got a lot of use out of the latter when multi-tasking. However, the 7.1 virtual surround sound was my personal favourite, and the one I spent the most time with. It works great with pretty much everything, and it was my go-to for listening to YouTube videos.

The Storm G2's dynamic drivers do an excellent job of creating rich, quality audio. They're full-range drivers, meaning this headset handles bass better than an average set of headphones. That's particularly handy for action games that may have booms or explosions, as the bass from them will sound all the better through the Storm G2. Being full-range also means that the sound is very clear and defined, so I found there was very little that didn't benefit from the improved audio balance.

What's okay?

Most of what I experienced with the Storm G2 fits into either the camp of being very good or somewhat disappointing, but there are a couple of aspects that I can see going either way, depending on the user.

After weeks of testing the Storm G2, I couldn't decide whether I liked the cups and the material used. They are made of memory foam, which I often feel can be either hit or miss. This is a great feature in that it better adjusts to your ears, putting minimal pressure on them. As someone who wears headphones far more than you really should, I definitely appreciate that these remain comfortable for longer.

On the other hand, the feel of the cups themselves feels a bit off, and they often creak moving or stretching. It's not a dealbreaker by any means, but it's not a pleasant thing to occur right by your ears.

The cups are also quite sizeable. This is great for those of us with large ears, but between that and the thickness of the memory foam, the entire headset does become rather chunky. Beyond any reservations about their appearance, this just means that you might want to consider a separate pair of headphones or even earphones for travel purposes.

Any negatives?

Unfortunately, despite the Storm G2's various great aspects, it does have a couple of faults, the most notable of which is the mic itself.

While I appreciate the fact that you can remove the mic at any point, it doesn't impress when in use. The mic quality is acceptable, but most of those who were on the other end of my calls preferred the sound of my laptop's built-in mic. Headsets should sit somewhere between built-in mics and external ones, but the Storm G2 doesn't quite reach that quality. It got a mixed reception from my peers, who described it as crisp yet unrefined. It's not bad, but I would have liked to hear something better, considering how much else is great with this headset. As it stands, I prefer to use the Storm G2 as headphones rather than a full headset.

I also have some gripes with the battery. Although a playtime of 40 hours sounds superb on paper, in my time with Storm G2, I found myself having to charge it more frequently than expected. I would put it at around 30 to 35 hours, which is still solid but less than promised. This is likely due to the regular testing of different EQ modes, so I imagine you would get a bit more time per charge than I did. Having the RGB lights turned on does eat up power, so although they are pretty, it does mean more charging. I would find this less annoying if the charging speed was faster than four hours, or if it even had a quick charge feature to bring it up to a certain capacity from low charge.

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Who tested it?

Kyle Purves is one of our tech writers. They're very familiar with testing and reviewing headphones, so they know what key strengths and weaknesses to look and listen for in a headset like this. As a lifelong fan of video games, especially multiplayer ones, they know how important a good mic can be for quick communication.

How was it tested?

To test the versatility of the OXS Storm G2, I made sure to experiment with a range of use cases over the course of a few weeks. I first tested its capabilities as a standard set of headphones, listening to YouTube videos and Spotify playlists. This gave me a good sense of how the different EQ modes handled dialogue and music. I then used its mic in calls with friends to see how it faired in typical conversations. Afterwards, I used it as a headset in frantic, fast-paced games such as Marvel Rivals so I could become familiar with it in its intended use case.

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Kyle Purves is a Tech Writer and Reviewer for What's The Best, with an avid interest in all things gaming and tech.

They're well-versed in reviewing a variety of tech products, with a soft spot for speakers and earphones. They're also no stranger to hunting down the best savings, always wanting to get the best deal possible. Outside of work, they can often be found playing through an RPG, listening to Japanese noise rock, or trying to catch up with their ever-expanding list of shows and anime to watch. If possible, they try to play Dungeons and Dragons a couple of times a week, but getting six adults to be free at the same time is easier said than done.

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