Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Gen 3) Headset Review

The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3 isn’t trying to be subtle. It’s a big, feature-forward gaming headset that clearly wants to be your “one headset for everything,” including taking phone calls mid-game. Turtle Beach has been iterating on this line for a while, and the Gen 3 feels like the moment where the whole concept fully lands. Here is my review.

Not so stealthy

Out of the box, it looks exactly like you’d expect from Turtle Beach: chunky, sturdy, and unapologetically gamer-focused. With that said, I do think it looks quite stylish, especially in the Cobalt Blue colorway. Of course, if you want the “safer” black or white, the Stealth 700 (Gen 3) is available in those, too.

The headline feature is the CrossPlay Dual Transmitter system. In plain terms: you can keep two USB wireless transmitters plugged into two different devices and swap between them directly from the headset. It might not seem like a big deal, but if you’re the kind of player who goes from PC to console regularly, being able to quickly switch offers a convenience boost. What’s more, it’s very handy for streamers who might want to quickly monitor what’s going on with their PC, before moving their focus back to the console.

Game and take calls

The Stealth 700 Gen 3 also supports simultaneous 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.2. That Bluetooth support allows for the connection to a mobile phone, meaning you can take calls while gaming. It’s implemented really well, with separate volume controls.

Audio is delivered through 60mm Eclipse dual drivers, which are a step above what has come before. These beefy drivers result in punchy bass without everything else turning into mud. In competitive games, positional cues come through clearly and in more cinematic single-player experiences, it does a good job of pulling you into the game world. It’s the kind of sound profile that feels “fun” without sacrificing the detail you actually need to play well.

The microphone is perfectly functional for game chat, though I wouldn’t lean on it for any content creation. You’ll be wanting something more “broadcast quality” if you’re aiming to deliver voice-over to an audience.

Comfort is another area where this headset performs better than its size suggests. Even though it’s not a small headset by any stretch, it doesn’t feel overly heavy during long sessions. The memory foam ear cushions are soft and forgiving.

Big battery life

Battery life is also a major win. Turtle Beach claims up to 80 hours, and while real-world usage will vary depending on volume and how you use Bluetooth alongside wireless, the key takeaway is simple: you won’t be thinking about charging this often. When you do recharge the headset, the quick charging speed is appreciated. 

The downsides

When it comes to downsides, I have to say that the Stealth 700 Gen 3 is a fairly large headset, and the design won’t suit everyone. It might have “Stealth” in its name, but this headset stands out pretty prominently.

There are also a lot of buttons and wheels on the ear cups. Though different textures are used to try to make each button feel different, it does take a bit of time to memorize which button is where. To begin with, you’re probably going to press the wrong thing, which can be a bit frustrating. Give it a week, though, and you should be used to the layout. 

I’m also not the biggest fan of the Swarm II software, an optional desktop and mobile app that can be used to adjust settings. The highlight of the software is the 10-band EQ, but I’m honestly more than impressed by this headset’s stock sound. Sure, give the app a go if you want, but this headset can stand on its own, which is great.

Disclosure: Review sample provided by Turtle Beach.