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Turtle Beach Elite 800x

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User ratings:
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41 user ratings
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3 stars
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Consumer ratings:
3.8 / 5
Editorial reviews:
6
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6 editorial reviews
I'm a fan of Turtle Beach, but they've made it hard to recommend their latest wireless headset.Read more
The Turtle Beach Elite 800X gives Xbox One gamers impressive 7.1 surround sound and fully wireless chat, while doubling as an excellent Bluetooth headset.Read more
The Elite 800X gaming headset arrived on my doorstep at the worst possible time: I was neck deep in PC game reviews and about to leave for E3. Now that I've had a few weeks to play with it, I'm sad I'd had to wait so long. If you're an Xbox One gamer – a Halo player, a Forza fanatic, or getting ready for the return of Gears of War, I don't think you can do much better. If you're a...Read more
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Pros

  • It allows soft sounds to be heard easily
  • perfect
  • Easy fix and it started working perfectly

Cons

  • There are no cables or adapters involved - just wireless capabilities
  • headset is way too small and causes extreme pain on the ears
  • the adapter problems are horrific

Key specs

  • 7.1
  • 32 Ω
  • 20, 20000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Surround
  • Over-Ear
  • Wireless

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Turtle Beach Elite 800x - Pros & Cons

Turtle Beach Elite 800x

Pros

  • It allows soft sounds to be heard easily
  • perfect
  • Easy fix and it started working perfectly
  • versatility offered by the addition of Bluetooth is great
  • great audio
  • comfortable
  • and chat is perfect
  • Fairly lightweight
  • very stylish
  • durable and reliable
  • The microphone signal is strong as well

Cons

  • There are no cables or adapters involved - just wireless capabilities
  • headset is way too small and causes extreme pain on the ears
  • the adapter problems are horrific
  • requires buying a new controller
  • The control rockers are a tad sensitive
  • headsets being tethered to my Controller
  • lackluster build quality and a lack of features
  • cheap plastic to lower costs
  • Elite 800 are hard to use and the feedback is bad
  • The pads are a little bit stiff
  • They are not designed for sports

Turtle Beach Elite 800x - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
50 mm
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Hauppauge XFones
Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
32 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
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370 g
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Turtle Beach Elite 800x - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputSurround
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWireless
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight13.05 oz
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Microphone
Microphone typeBuilt-in microphone
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes
Playback controlsyes
Buttons
  • Keyguard
  • Volume
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Green
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
Body material
  • Memory foam
  • Synthetic leather
CategoryGaming
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Sound
Channels7.1
Impedance32.0 Ω
Frequency range20 - 20000
Diaphragm diameter1.9 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.97 in
Audio formatDTS:X
Simulated surround soundno
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Connectivity
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • Bluetooth
  • USB
Cable length1.2
Wireless connection
Radio
Type of connector3.5mm
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
Detachable cableyes
Other connectors
Digital optical input
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Battery technology
Lithium Polymer
Battery life10.0 h
Talk time10.0 h

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Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach - Editorial Reviews (6)

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Turtle Beach Elite 800x Review: The Turtle Beach Elite 800X is an almost (very almost) perfect Xbox One headset
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Windows Central
Published: 25.06.2015
Review: The Turtle Beach Elite 800X is an almost (very almost) perfect Xbox One headset

I'm a fan of Turtle Beach, but they've made it hard to recommend their latest wireless headset.

Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach Elite 800X Review - Wireless Bliss
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Tom's Guide
Published: 22.05.2015
Turtle Beach Elite 800X Review - Wireless Bliss
4.0

The Turtle Beach Elite 800X gives Xbox One gamers impressive 7.1 surround sound and fully wireless chat, while doubling as an excellent Bluetooth headset.

Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach Elite 800X review: Great hardware for an Xbox only gamer
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TechnoBuffalo
Published: 20.07.2015
Turtle Beach Elite 800X review: Great hardware for an Xbox only gamer

The Elite 800X gaming headset arrived on my doorstep at the worst possible time: I was neck deep in PC game reviews and about to leave for E3. Now that I've had a few weeks to play with it, I'm sad I'd had to wait so long. If you're an Xbox One gamer – a Halo player, a Forza fanatic, or getting ready for the return of Gears of War, I don't think you can do much better. If you're a...

Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach Ear Force Elite 800X Wireless Gaming Headset Review
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nerdtechy.com
Published: 19.04.2015
Turtle Beach Ear Force Elite 800X Wireless Gaming Headset Review

If you’re a serious gamer, then chances are you’ve already heard or possibly even own the Turtle Beach Stealth 500x headset. However, you may not have heard of the Turtle Beach Ear Force Elite 800X just yet. During the most recent International Consumer Electronic Show, Turtle Beach has announced the release of yet another high-end wireless gaming headset that they’re calling The Elite 800X. Note: At no extra cost to you, we may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more. Introduction There’s just no stopping Turtle Beach when it comes to headsets compatible with Xbox One. The

Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach Elite 800X Headset Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 16.06.2015
Turtle Beach Elite 800X Headset Review | eTeknix

Introduction Turtle Beach is one of the most instantly recognisable brands in the gaming market. They've continued to produce award-winning high-end products year after year, even landing some of the best budget friendly models in the PC and console gaming sectors. Today though, we're looking higher up the range, right at the very top in fact, with their new flagship Xbox One gaming headset, the Elite 800X. 'Welcome to the future of gaming audio with Turtle Beach Elite. Powerful sound, abundant comfort and dynamic function combine to exceed your wildest expectations with the Turtle Beach Elite 800X. Uncompromising, the Elite

Turtle Beach Elite 800x Turtle Beach Elite 800 Wireless Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 12.12.2017
Turtle Beach Elite 800 Wireless Review
3.7

The Turtle Beach Elite 800 gaming headset are comfortable and have a lot of features. Unfortunately, they don't have a great sound quality and they don't block a...

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