USB Headset Compatibility

Toeheadskater · Apr 9, 2014

I'm not sure why this is so difficult

Xbox is Windows 8 based

Almost all PC (Windows) headsets use USB as the primary chat in/out while using optic for audio

Why is Microsoft so incapable?

Instead of trying to constantly update that craptastic "stereo adapter" that ruins all audio/chat experience, do it the right way and make USB chat possible

Oh, and fix the volume issue when in a party; that is getting INCREDIBLY annoying.

Piece of advise: Nobody, EVER, in the history of ANYTHING could have possibly thought that having the audio run out of the controller could POSSIBLY be a good idea. Are your engineers just plain fool?

:)

Andy :) · Apr 9, 2014

Using headset in windows

Hi,

Currently the headset options are not supported so you will need to use a USB or headset directly connected to your PC. This link explains it if you need to check.

support.xbox.com/.../controller-pc-compatibility

DigitalAssassin · Apr 9, 2014

about chat headset

Hey, the Xbox One controller is only compatible with the PC if you download the drivers and have the micro USB cable:

support.xbox.com/.../controller-pc-compatibility

I can't find any information on the headset, but I would assume if the controller functions, the headset would also. If you have the required cable, why not give it a shot and report back to us?

x24hrs2livex · Apr 9, 2014

Your feedback is appreciated, however this is the support forums. You can leave feedback in any of these forums

forums.xbox.com/.../default.aspx

Tezzarrific

a lot of usb headsets state they are compatible but in fact not, only pc and ps4 support usb headsets.

MishManners

Nope. Unfortunately there is no support for USB headset/microphone with Xbox. Some headsets do have a USB port, but these are Xbox compatible headsets. You will need to ensure you obtain a headset that is compatible with Xbox one. As you can see from the
Razer site, the Razer Kraken is compatible with Xbox: https://support.razer.com/gaming-headsets-and-audio/razer-kraken-xbox-one/ but it
appears the Kraken Ultimate is not compatible.

SammieChaos

Usb headsets are supported as long as they have the proper compatibility. I use a RIG 800LX its usb and wireless. If the headset isnt a gaming headset it may not work correctly.

ngocphi

You need drivers and proper protocols

You can find compatible usb headsets with dongles its easy look at the box

It will tell you which systems are compatible with

Most usb headsets wont work with consoles either

M3tal Daz3

Usb headsets are not compatible with the xbox one. It uses 3.5 jack.

USB Headset Compatibility