Creative SXFI Gamer

By putting its high-quality virtual surround sound tech into a headset that serves equally well as both regular and gaming headphones, Creative's SXFI Gamer achieves its goals with great precision, with the only big problem being its wired-only setup.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Guide
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Product details

  • BATTLE MODE SOUND PROFILE - The next level in surround sound for gaming, Super X-Fi BATTLE Mode allows you to hear every single detail with stunning accuracy. Whether it’s footsteps or even the faintest sound of a gun being reloaded, you can tell exactly where they’re coming from. Offense is the best defense with SXFI GAMER--you can now take down enemies before they even realize you’re there
  • AWARD-WINNING SUPER X-FI TECHNOLOGY - Accumulating a total of 23 best of CES awards over 2 years (2019 and 2020), Super X-Fi is our critically acclaimed technology set to transform your listening experience. Super X-Fi delivers surround sound audio as though there is a set of high-end multi-speaker setup in your headphones. It also creates a custom sound profile for you based on your head and ear dynamics, so the sound you get is optimized for your ears only
  • PROFESSIONAL STREAMING MICROPHONE - SXFI GAMER comes with CommanderMic, a professional streaming microphone designed to deliver the same sensitivity as standalone mics. Its state-of-the-art SXFI inPerson Microphone technology uses an algorithm that detects and enhances human voice while cancelling ambient noise, so you can communicate your game plan to your teammates as if you’re next to them in person
  • OPTIMIZED 50 MM HEADPHONE DRIVERS - The large 50 mm drivers let you hear more details over a wider frequency range. Immerse yourself in the game world with immaculate audio quality on SXFI GAMER with custom-designed Kevlar 2.0 data cable that is engineered to manage high bandwidth while driving maximum potential of the 50 mm drivers
  • SUPREMELY COMFORTABLE FOR LONG HOURS - Memory foam earpads that conforms to the shape of your head fitted with premium soft protein leatherette provides you with supreme comfort that lasts for hours, even for people with glasses

PROS

+ Fantastic sound
+ Convincing virtual surround-sound
+ Competitive price
+ Comfortable and subtle design
+ Strong customization options for audio, fit and RGB lighting

CONS

- No wireless option
- Companion app is clunky to set up

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Guide on July 09, 2020
By putting its high-quality virtual surround sound tech into a headset that serves equally well as both regular and gaming headphones, Creative's SXFI Gamer achieves its goals with great precision, with the only big problem being its wired-only setup.
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