Hecate by Edifier GX05 Ultra-Low Latency TWS Gaming Earbuds

£149.99

When gaming wirelessly, you really start to notice the delay in sound compared to the frame rate. This delay is something that the Hecate by Edifier GX05 Ultra-Low Latency TWS Gaming Earbuds are designed to combat to help you take your gaming experience to the next level.

When I first opened the GX05 Gaming Earbuds I was thoroughly impressed with their design; the earbuds come in a sturdy case that looks like something from a sci-fi film used to hold some precious intergalactic cargo. Upon opening the case, the triangular device sits, made from zinc alloy, with a spinnable top piece, which once turned reveals the earbuds and an adapter. When turned the sides of the earbud holder light up in a rainbow of colours giving a cyberpunk feel to the device.

Aside from the impressive aesthetics of the GX05 Gaming Earbuds, they also pack a punch in terms of audio experience. The earbuds are designed to utilise both Bluetooth and the 2.4G adapter connection to provide superior audio quality with latency as low as 15 milliseconds between your device and earbuds. This is all thanks to the impressive 10mm dynamic drivers and decoding performance of up to 96Hz/24bit. These allow you to hear every footstep, enemy approach, and movement from other players in the game mode with crystal clear quality.

I tested out the earbuds using my switch, and whilst I wasn’t playing any tactical games, the sound quality and reduced latency were superb. These would definitely be a game changer for those who play more intense games when listening out for other teams or enemies is essential to succeed. Often, to get the same level of sound quality and minimal latency you need large wires headsets, however, the earbuds offer a less cumbersome option which also includes ENC dual microphone noise cancellation so you can talk to your friends while gaming. One of my favourite aspects of the dual connection of the GX05 is that you can connect your earbuds using both the adapter and Bluetooth, so should a call come in on your phone whilst you’re gaming you can answer without missing a second of gameplay.

In terms of wear, the earbuds are super comfortable and designed with an ergonomic fit perfect for hours of continuous gameplay. You simply have to tap the side of the earbuds to change volume and settings, which once you get the hang of are super easy to use while mid-game. The earbuds also have a combined 16 hours of battery life and support super-fast charging, so you can experience hours of gameplay without too much interruption.

Overall, the Hecate by Edifier GX05 Ultra-Low Latency TWS Gaming Earbuds are a refreshing take on the gaming headset. Crafted to look like a futuristic device, the GX05 Gaming earbuds provide next-level sound quality, comfortable wear, and top-quality latency specs making gameplay a breeze every time. If you have an avid gamer in your life, or are looking for some top-quality earbuds to make calls seamless, then the GX05 Gaming Earbuds are an easy choice,

Pros:

• Futuristic design with lights for added flare
• Top quality sound and ultralow latency
• Adapter suited to most gaming consoles on the market

Cons:

• Each earbud singularly only has 4.5 hours of battery life which in long gaming sessions may not be ideal to pause to recharge