Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset

Pros

• Weight comfort 4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.8
  Being significantly lighter than the original INZONE H9 and spreading weight evenly across the headband, the H9 II all but disappears on the head during extended use.
• Ear cup swivel/rotation range 4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.8
  The earcups rotate fully to lie flat in either direction, providing flexible adjustment for wearing and making the headset easier to rest around the neck or in a bag.
• Comfort during long use 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 reviews 4.7
  Thanks to its very low weight, breathable pads, and well distributed headband pressure, the H9 II remains comfortable for marathon gaming sessions with minimal fatigue.
• Audio-video sync accuracy 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.6
  LE Audio and the USB C dongle keep latency low for fast paced games, maintaining tight audio video sync so footsteps and effects track closely with on screen action across supported devices.
• Simultaneous wireless + Bluetooth audio 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.6
  Simultaneous audio from the 2.4 gigahertz dongle and Bluetooth LE lets you mix game sound with music or calls from a phone, making it easy to keep chat or notifications in your ears while playing.
• Android compatibility 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.6
  Android phones pair smoothly over Bluetooth, and the Sony Sound Connect app provides on-the-go EQ and ANC/ambient controls, confirmed in use with Samsung devices.
• Replaceable earpads 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.6
  Breathable mesh and pleather earpads are user replaceable, letting you refresh comfort and hygiene over time without replacing the entire headset.
• Volume output 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  The headset can reach high volumes with enough headroom for competitive play and cinematic games, without needing to max out the dial in normal use.
• Active noise cancellation effectiveness 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.5
  ANC performance stays broadly WH 1000XM6 class, cutting rumble and office chatter across low and high frequencies so effectively that nearby conversation becomes a faint murmur and HVAC noise all but disappears.
• Ear cup padding quality 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.5
  Large, deep earcups with breathable mesh and pleather padding keep ears from touching the inner walls and stay comfortable without overheating during long sessions.
• Detachable microphone convenience 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.5
  A fully removable, upgraded unidirectional boom mic connects via a standard jack for latency free chat, lightens the headset when detached, and adds an LED mute indicator so you can see at a glance when your mic is off.
• Dongle 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.4
  The USB-C 2.4GHz dongle provides low-latency wireless audio with a simple PC/Other switch for consoles, and it can run alongside Bluetooth for dual-audio setups, but it does not provide Xbox wireless support.
• Design and Aesthetics 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.4
  With the boom mic removed and color options in black or white, the INZONE H9 II looks more like a clean everyday over ear headphone than a flashy gaming headset, appealing to players who want a subtler design.
• Detachable cable convenience 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.4
  A 3.5mm analog jack and included cable make it easy to go wired for controllers, handhelds, or low-latency listening, and some bundles include a notably long cable for desktop setups.
• Multi-platform compatibility 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.3
  Between the USB C dongle, Bluetooth LE, and a 3.5 millimeter aux jack, the H9 II connects smoothly to PCs, PlayStations, docked Switch consoles, handheld systems, phones, and other non Bluetooth devices.
• Clamping force comfort 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.3
  A relatively light clamping force keeps the H9 II feeling relaxed on the head, improving comfort but offering a slightly looser, less locked-in fit for active movement.
• Maximum volume clarity 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.3
  At louder listening levels the H9 II generally avoids harshness and obvious distortion, though certain tunings can make the upper range sound a bit crunchy until EQ is adjusted.
• Sensors 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.3
  The H9 II uses Sony’s WH-1000X-derived ANC sensor approach, which underpins its strong attenuation of both low rumble and typical office chatter.
• Soundstage width 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.3
  The headset creates a fairly wide horizontal soundstage that makes it easy to track enemies and ambient cues around you, though vertical placement above or below the listener can be harder to distinguish.
• Bluetooth connectivity stability 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.2
  Bluetooth connectivity is generally described as reliable and stable (including when moving between rooms), and it can be used alongside the 2.4GHz dongle for flexible setups.
• USB-C 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.2
  USB-C is used both for charging the headset and for the included low-latency wireless dongle, making it easy to connect to modern PCs and consoles with USB-C ports.
• Sound quality 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 reviews 4.2
  Using the same driver platform as the WH 1000XM6, the H9 II delivers punchy, detailed competitive-game audio and strong positional cues, but its default tuning can sound very FPS-specific or dark for music until you apply EQ, and several reviewers feel the sound does not fully justify the $350 price.
• Included accessories 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.2
  In the box you typically get the USB-C 2.4GHz dongle, detachable boom mic, USB-C charging cable, a 3.5mm audio cable, and a soft pouch/carry bag with storage pockets.
• Microphone quality for calls 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.2
  The detachable Super Wide Band cardioid boom mic is frequently praised as clear and natural for chat, Discord, and work calls, though some tests note a slightly muffled tone or only serviceable performance in very noisy, music-filled environments.
• Game/Chat balance control 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.1
  Dedicated game and chat balance controls on the earcup let you quickly adjust the mix between teammate voices and in-game audio without leaving your match or opening software menus.
• Noise cancellation adjustability 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.1
  ANC, ambient, and normal listening modes can be toggled via the headset or app, offering simple control over how much outside sound you hear even though there is no adaptive or voice aware automation.
• Bass performance 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.0
  Bass generally hits with satisfying punch for explosions and gunfire without overwhelming footsteps, but sub-bass remains restrained and some games or presets can make the low end sound a bit muddy until you tweak EQ.
• Headband adjustability 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.0
  The headband’s slider lock and spring hinges give a secure fit once set, though small on head adjustments can feel fiddly as the tension tends to snap between positions.
• Microphone noise reduction 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.0
  Directional pickup and processing do a good job reducing common background noise like PC fans or office HVAC, but loud ambient music and dense crowd chatter can still leak into your mic in certain venues.
• Button control usability 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.0
  Controls are mostly tactile and easy to find by feel, with dedicated buttons plus a volume wheel and mic mute, but similar audio chimes can make mode changes confusing and a few reviewers found the volume wheel finicky on some setups.
• Equalizer customization 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 10 reviews 4.0
  You get meaningful EQ control through INZONE Hub and Sound Connect, including a 10-band EQ and the ability to save custom profiles to the headset, but the out-of-box presets lean heavily toward FPS and some reviewers wanted more flexible or clearer non-FPS options.
• App 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 4.0
  Sony’s Sound Connect mobile app and INZONE Hub on PC offer simple control over ANC, EQ presets, and spatial sound, with the mobile app saving profiles to the headset while the PC app can overwrite them when reconnected.
• Charging 3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.9
  USB-C charging supports quick top-ups (commonly cited as 5 minutes for roughly 1–3 hours depending on mode), but full recharge is not instant and there is no USB digital audio pass-through, so you generally cannot listen over USB while charging.
• Build quality 3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.9
  Despite the very lightweight build, the headset generally feels sturdy with a thin metal-reinforced headband system and flexible earcups, though a few reviewers noted the cups can feel hollow or less premium than heavier rivals.
• Spatial audio 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.8
  Spatial features include 360 Spatial Sound/virtual surround options and ear-photo personalization, and it can work well for widening the presentation, but vertical precision and overall immersiveness are only average and some platform setups can take extra steps.
• Software/setup simplicity 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.7
  INZONE Hub is straightforward and relatively lightweight, but some users report settings conflicts between mobile and desktop apps and certain console spatial-audio features requiring a longer setup process.
• Carry case quality 3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.6
  Included storage is a soft pouch or cloth/zip bag with compartments for the dongle, mic, and cables, which is convenient for packing but offers less crush protection than a hard case.