Expand your Xbox experience with these great accessories
Best
Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S accessories
Windows Central
2021
In 2020, Microsoft kickstarted a new console cycle with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Both of these beefy consoles sport much more powerful internals, beating out their Xbox One X and Xbox One S cousins with improved SSD storage, better CPUs, and much more. However, no home console experience is complete without some sexy accessories to go with it. We’re rounding up our top picks for accessories that are confirmed to be compatible with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S to make sure you’re getting the best experience.
Best keyboard and mouse:
Razer Turret
It ain’t cheap, but it is quite possibly the best keyboard and mouse option for Xbox right now. Why would you want a keyboard and mouse for your console, though? Many games like Call of Duty: Warzone and Fortnite now support keyboard and mouse on Xbox, with more likely on the way.
Recharge:
Rapthor Xbox batteries
Enormous 2800mAh batteries, rapid recharging, and convenient docking cradle make the Rapthor rechargeable battery packs a winner. These AA-sized cells can be used with any Xbox controller, and make for a good hot-swap option for those who don’t want to fork out for the more expensive Elite Series 2 controller.
Best media remote:
PDP Talon
Xbox Cloud controller:
Razer Kishi
Another cloud option:
GameSir X2
While the Razer Kishi does have an edge in the ergonomics department, the GameSir X2 supports a far, far larger range of devices thanks to its unique USB-C pivot system. The clamp extends to phones and small tablets up to 6.8 inches, and you don’t need to worry about rubber inlays like the Razer Kishi.
Best phone clip:
PowerA MOGA 2.0
Best affordable wireless headset:
Xbox Wireless Headset
The best entry-level Xbox headset on the market right now comes from Microsoft themselves, although it’s quite hard to find in stock. This headset sports Bluetooth and Xbox Wireless, allowing you to switch and even mix audio devices at the flick of a button. It has decent audio and solid build quality, for a relatively affordable price.
Best Xbox headset:
LucidSound LS35X headset
This is the best dollar-for-dollar Xbox headset you can get, with meticulously balanced audio, a great mic experience, and premium materials for an all-around great experience. This headset will not disappoint.
Best affordable headset:
HyperX CloudX headset
The HyperX CloudX is the cheapest headset that retains a baseline level of quality. Anything cheaper than this, and the headsets will likely break anyway, forcing you to buy new ones. This headset is built to last and sounds tremendous for its price.
Best Xbox controller:
Xbox Elite Controller Series 2
It’s not cheap, but the high volume of configurable features makes this controller a winner for those who want a fully customizable experience. The charging dock and 40-hour wireless battery life is also the best in the business.
Best wired controller:
Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma
Best batteries:
Panasonic Eneloop AA
These are the handiest AA batteries you can get for a basic Xbox controller. The nifty charging station and Eneloop-patented design ensure that these cells will last far longer than regular AA batteries, even after multiple recharges.
Best next-gen storage:
Seagate 1TB expansion card
It isn’t cheap, but right now, this is the only storage solution that is compatible with Xbox Series X next-gen games. You can use USB storage too, but to get next-gen features and loading speeds, you’ll have to move them to an internal device or this memory card solution from Seagate.
Best deep storage option:
Seagate 1TB Game Drive SSD
Our top Xbox Series X/S accessory picks
One thing you can never be without is a good headset, and we’ve rounded up the best Xbox Series X, Series S headsets over here. But if I had to pick just one, my favorite is the LucidSound LS35X. This headset punches above its price point for sound quality and design, with robust materials that are built to last not months, but years. It also has a microphone that beats practically all of its competitors, even on headsets with far higher price points. I always opt for the HyperX CloudX for an entry-level alternative, but quite honestly, anything cheaper than the HyperX is not worth buying in my opinion.
As for other accessories, if you plan to use your Xbox as your main media hub, the PDP Talon media remote is a good shout. The previous-gen versions were robustly designed and worked well.
If you plan to use Xbox Series X or S console streaming, grabbing the Razer Kishi for your Android or iOS device is a great investment. Microsoft will push hard on bringing its flagship console games to mobile devices over the next year, so picking up a Kishi will ensure you’re ready to take your console experience on the road when the time comes.
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